George William Evans b. 1780

Also known as G. Evans
  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Painter)
Although primarily known as an explorer and surveyor, G.W. Evans's artistic efforts have considerable merit. His topographical vistas of Hobart Town, Parramatta and Sydney Harbour are valuable records of early settlements and newly explored territory in Australia.
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Name
George William Evans
Also known as G. Evans
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
  • Artist (Painter)
Other Occupation
  • Explorer (ANZSIC code: 6910)
  • Drawing master (ANZSIC code: 8212)
  • Deputy Surveyor-General (ANZSIC code: 7510)
  • Acting Surveyor-General (ANZSIC code: 7520)
  • Storekeeper (ANZSIC code: G)
  • Surveyor (ANZSIC code: 6922)
Birth date
1780
Death date
16 October 1852
Death place
Hobart, Tas.
Burial place
St John's churchyard, New Town, Tas.
Active Period
  • c.1802 - c.1850
Arrival
  • 16 October 1802 (Arrived Sydney, NSW aboard the HMS Buffalo)
Residence
  • 1844 - 1852 Hobart Town, Tas.
  • 1832 - 1844 Sydney, NSW
  • 1826 - 1832 London, England, UK
  • 1818 - 1826 Tasmania
  • 1813 Blue Mountains, NSW
  • September 1812 - August 1813 Tasmania
  • c.1809 - c.1812 Sydney, NSW
  • c.1809 Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
  • c.1802 - c.1809 Sydney, NSW
  • 1798 - May 1802 Table Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870

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