John Eyre b. 1771

  • Artist (Painter)
One of the convict artists, Eyre produced watercolour views of Sydney, outstanding for their detailed precision. His pictures were an outstanding success, selling in 1814 for £9 each.
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  • National Library of Australia, Canberra, ACT
  • Dixson Library, State Library of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW
  • Dixson Galleries, State Library of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW

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