Vida Althea Atherton b. 1875

Also known as Althea Atherton, Mrs A. A. Cook, V. A. Cook, V. A. Atherton
  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator),
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Late colonial/Federation era Queensland sketcher. Atherton began drawing at a young age and was still sketching some years later while on her honeymoon. Most of Atherton's drawings are copies and include traditional views of English farm houses and ruined castles.
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Name
Vida Althea Atherton
Also known as:
  • Althea Atherton
  • Mrs A. A. Cook
  • V. A. Cook
  • V. A. Atherton
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist (Painter)
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Birth date
1875
Birth place
Howard Park, North Queensland
Death date
1955
Death place
Qld.
Active Period
  • c.1882 - c.1909
Residence
  • 1915 - 1955 Mackay, North Qld.
  • c.1875 - c.1908 North Queensland
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Black and white artists

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