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.
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