William Rodney Barnes b. c.1851

Also known as Will Barnes, William R. Barnes, W. R. Barnes, Wil R. Barnes, W. Rodney Barnes
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator),
  • Designer (Theatre / Film Designer),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Painter)
Early 20th century cartoonist, painter, illustrator and theatrical designer; active in Melbourne, New Zealand and America.
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Name
William Rodney Barnes
Also known as:
  • Will Barnes
  • William R. Barnes
  • W. R. Barnes
  • Wil R. Barnes
  • W. Rodney Barnes
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator)
  • Designer (Theatre / Film Designer)
  • Artist (Printmaker)
  • Artist (Painter)
Other Occupation
  • Theatrical designer (ANZSIC code: 9002)
  • Illustrator (ANZSIC code: 6924)
Birth date
c.1851
Birth place
Geelong, Vic
Death date
c.1939
Active Period
  • c.1882 - c.1939
Residence
  • c.1897 - c.1939 USA
  • c.1895 - c.1897 Melbourne, Vic.
  • c.1894 - c.1895 Wanganui, New Zealand
  • c.1892 - c.1894 Papaitonga, New Zealand
  • c.1855 - c.1891 Melbourne, Vic.
Training
  • c.1882 National Gallery of Victoria School, Melbourne, Vic.
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Black and white artists

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