William Branwhite Clarke b. 2 June 1798

Also known as Willy Clarke
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Sketcher, clergyman and geologist born in England. Resident of NSW Clarke's fame derives chiefly from his contributions to the geological knowledge of Australia.
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Name
William Branwhite Clarke
Also known as Willy Clarke
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Other Occupation
  • Geologist (ANZSIC code: 6910)
  • Clergyman (ANZSIC code: 9540)
Birth date
2 June 1798
Birth place
East Bergholt, Suffolk, England, UK
Death date
16 June 1878
Death place
North Sydney, NSW
Active Period
  • c.June 1839 - c.1840
Arrival
  • 1838 (New South Wales.)
Residence
  • 1871 - 16 June 1878 North Sydney, NSW
  • c.1846 - c.1871 St Leonards, Sydney, NSW
  • c.1844 - c.1846 Campbelltown, Sydney, NSW
  • c.June 1839 - c.1840 Parramatta, Sydney, NSW
  • c.1831 - c.1838 Longfleet, Dorset, England, UK
  • c.1821 - c.1824 Jesus College, Cambridge, England, UK
  • c.1798 - c.1831 East Bergholt, Suffolk, England, UK
Training
  • c.1821 - c.1824 Jesus College, Cambridge, England, UK
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870

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