Augustus Earle b. 1 June 1793

  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Painter)
Augustus Earle travelled extensively during his lifetime, producing paintings and lithographs of his travels in the Mediterranean, North & South America, the Pacific and Atlantic islands, New Zealand and the eastern states of Australia. Earle's enthusiasm and gregarious personality is reflected in his work.
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