August Theodor Abel b. 1802

  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
This chemist, mineralogist and amateur artist had an interest in religious art. A German immigrant, he settled in Ballarat, becoming an active member of the Ballarat Mechanics Institute. His art practice included watercolour as well as mixed media featuring minerals and metal.
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creator of
Resurrection of the Dead and the Ascension of the Saviour
 
creator of
Christ
 
creator of
Miniature of a Lady
 

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