Jessie Rebecca I'Anson b. 2 March 1862

Also known as Jessie Rebecca Cowley
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
Accomplished South Australian lacemaker and needlewoman. I'Anson was widowed at 36, and used her skills to support herself and her family for the remainder of her life.
Name
Jessie Rebecca I'Anson
Also known as Jessie Rebecca Cowley
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
Other Occupation
  • Needlewoman (ANZSIC code: 1334)
  • Lacemaker (ANZSIC code: 1351)
  • Needlework teacher (ANZSIC code: 8212)
Birth date
2 March 1862
Birth place
Reynella, SA
Death date
1958
Death place
South Australia
Active Period
  • c.1890 - c.1950
Residence
  • 1920 - 1958 North Adelaide, SA
  • c.1891 - c.1919 Kadina, SA
  • 1886 - 1890 Wonna, Burra district, SA
  • c.1862 - c.1885 Reynella, SA
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book