Jessie Cowley I'Anson b. 13 May 1889

  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
Daughter of Jessie Rebecca Cowley, was taught needlework and lacemaking from a very young age. Along with her mother and sister, helped support the family after the death of her father by teaching and selling work.
Name
Jessie Cowley I'Anson
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
Other Occupation
  • Needlework teacher (ANZSIC code: 8212)
  • Needlewomam (ANZSIC code: 1334)
  • Lacemaker (ANZSIC code: 1351)
Birth date
13 May 1889
Birth place
Wonna, Burra, SA
Death date
1976
Active Period
  • c.1893
Residence
  • c.1920 - c.1976 North Adelaide, South Australia
  • c.1891 - c.1919 Kadina, South Australia
  • c.1889 - c.1890 Wonna, South Australia
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book