Robert Atkinson b. 1863

Also known as R. Atkinson, Roy Atkinson
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator),
  • Artist (Painter)
Colonial English-born painter and illustrator who lived in New Zealand and Sydney during his career. Atkinson was a regular exhibitor with the Art Society of NSW during his years in Sydney and was reputed to have also worked for the Bulletin.

Citations

  • Craig, Edward D. (1978), 'Australian Art Auction Records 1975-78’, Sydney, NSW.

  • Information sourced from Deakin, Edwina.

  • (1888), Australian Art, January, pp.2-3.

  • Information sourced from Anderson, Ingrid.

Initial data sources

  • Black and white artists