Margaret Richardson Bunbury b. 1795

Also known as Lady Richardson-Bunbury
  • Artist (Weaver)
Lady Bunbury brought with her from Ireland a noted passion for such gentle pursuits as embroidery, sketching, specimen collecting and visiting. Her residence, Charterhouse at Picton, became a sanctuary for those seeking French conversation and very hot tea.
Name
Margaret Richardson Bunbury
Also known as Lady Richardson-Bunbury
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Weaver)
Birth date
1795
Death date
13 March 1873
Death place
Picton, Western Australia
Burial place
Picton Church, Picton, Western Australia
Active Period
  • c.1855 - c.1873
Arrival
  • 1855
Residence
  • 1855 - 1873 Picton, Western Australia
  • 1795 - 1855 Ireland
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book