William Nicholas b. c.1807

  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Painter)
A watercolourist, etcher and lithographer who liked to depict Shakespearian and mythological subjects. He was best known for his portraits and actively took part in various exhibitions around Australia.
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Second Exhibition of the Society for the Promotion of the Fine Arts in Australia
Date
1849
Place
Sydney, NSW
Description
Type
Exhibition
First Exhibition of the Society for the Promotion of the Fine Arts in Australia
Date
22 June 1847 - 8 August 1847
Place
Sydney, NSW
Description
Type
Exhibition
Hobart Town Art Exhibition
Date
1845
Place
Hobart Town, Van Diemen's Land , Hobart Town, Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania)
Description
Type
Exhibition

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