William Insull Burman b. 1814

Also known as William J. Burman, William B. Burman
  • Artist (Photographer)
Professional photographer, house painter and builder. Evidence suggests he was practicing as a professional photographer from about 1860-63. Working with members of his family, Burmam photographic studios sprouted all around Melbourne and by 1878 William and his sons Frederick and William were well reputed. Another son, Arthur William became an independent photographer in Fitzroy and Melbourne.
Name
William Insull Burman
Also known as:
  • William J. Burman
  • William B. Burman
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Photographer)
Other Occupation
  • House painter (ANZSIC code: 3244)
  • Tea dealer
Birth date
1814
Birth place
Southam, Warwickshire, England, UK
Death date
11 June 1890
Death place
Fitzroy, Melbourne, Vic.
Burial place
Melbourne General Cemetery, Melbourne, Vic.
Active Period
  • c.1860 - c.1887
Arrival
  • 1853 (Arrived Victoria.)
Residence
  • 1868 - 1890 Melbourne, Vic.
  • 1865 - 1867 Fitzroy, Melbourne, Vic.
  • c.1863 - c.1865 Chiltern, Vic.
  • c.1861 - c.1862 Melbourne, Vic.
  • c.1861 - c.1862 St Kilda, Melbourne, Vic.
  • c.1859 - c.1861 Collingwood, Melbourne, Vic.
  • 1853 - 1859 St Kilda, Melbourne, Vic.
  • c.1814 - c.1853 Southam, Warwickshire, England, UK
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870