Rebecca Maria I'Anson b. 28 October 1887

  • 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
Rebecca Maria I'Anson
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
Other Occupation
  • Lacemaker (ANZSIC code: 1351)
  • Needlewoman (ANZSIC code: 1334)
  • Needlework teacher (ANZSIC code: 8212)
Birth date
28 October 1887
Birth place
Wonna, South Australia
Death date
1985
Active Period
  • c.1890-
Residence
  • c.1920 - c.1976 North Adelaide, South Australia
  • c.1891 - c.1919 Kadina, South Australia
  • c.1887 - c.1890 Wonna, South Australia
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book