Thomas Clayton

  • Artist (Printmaker)
Wood engraver, born in Ireland. Clayton was convicted of forgery and transported to NSW with his father where he went on to become Sydney's leading wood engraver.
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Name
Thomas Clayton
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Printmaker)
Other Occupation
  • wood engraver and illustrator (ANZSIC code: 6924)
Active Period
  • c.1844 - c.1847
Arrival
  • 1835 (NSW; vessel: the Royal Admiral)
Residence
  • Melbourne, Vic. (Unconfirmed )
  • c.1835 - c.1847 Sydney, NSW
  • Dublin, Ireland
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • DAA with additions

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