Arthur James Murch b. 8 July 1902

Also known as Arthur J. Murch
  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Sculptor),
  • Designer (Painter)
Painter and sculptor, assistant to George Lambert, and in World War II the War artist who captured images of the bombed city of Darwin. Later in life became known for his constant paintings of angophoras.
Tags: Angophora, Classical influence, Central Australia, War memorial, Public Art, Mural, Archibald Prize
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NSW Society of Artists
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associate of
Lutheran mission, Hermannsburg
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  • Artist (Painter)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
  • Artist (Sculptor)
  • Designer (Painter)
  • Artist (Painter)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
  • Artist (Sculptor)
  • Designer (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
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Place Croydon, NSW, Australia Croydon, Sydney, NSW
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Place Avalon, NSW, Australia Avalon, New South Wales