Richard Atherton Ffarington b. 23 December 1823

  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Ffarington recorded the natural world of Western Australia and its indigenous inhabitants while stationed as an overseer in Western Australia. His sketches and watercolours include competent scenes of the coast but his most interesting works are those which show the local Aboriginal people.
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Citations

  • Ffarington, R. A., 'Drawings Sent Home from Bangalore by R.A. ffarington 51st Regmt in 1850’. State Art Collection, Art Gallery of Western Australia. Acc. No. 1984/00W4.1-.22

Initial data sources

  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870

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Other occupations
  • army officer (ANZSIC code: 7600)
  • army officer