John Gilfillan b. 25 December 1793

Also known as John Alexander Gilfillan
  • Artist (Painter)
After a tumultuous childhood running away to sea, being shipwrecked and press ganged for 8 years, Gilfillan studied art and made it his career. He taught and lectured on art in Glasgow before moving to New Zealand and eventually Australia.
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