Thomas Browne b. 10 March 1816

Also known as T. Browne
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Photographer)
Thought to have been the first resident professional photographer in Hobart, Browne had a daguerreotype studio in 1846 and is known only to have taken portraits. He also worked as a lithographer and published T. Browne's Hat Almanac in 1849.
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