George Gawler b. 21 July 1795

Also known as Colonel Gawler
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
After an active military career in the Napoleonic wars, Gawler was appointed governor of South Australia in 1838. It is thought he sketched a work representing the lavish residence of J.Barton Hack.
Name
George Gawler
Also known as Colonel Gawler
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Other Occupation
  • governor (ANZSIC code: 75)
  • soldier (ANZSIC code: 7600)
Birth date
21 July 1795
Birth place
Devon, England, UK
Death date
7 May 1869
Death place
Southsea, Hampshire, England, UK
Active Period
  • c.1840
Arrival
  • 12 October 1838
Residence
  • c.1841 - c.1869 Southsea, Hampshire, England, UK
  • c.1838 - c.1841 Adelaide, SA
  • c.1795 Devon, England, UK
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870