J F Norton b. 1861

Also known as John Frederick Norton
  • Artist (Painter)
J F Norton was a prolific early 20th century Melbourne painter of landscapes evoking the settler era. His training unknown and he seems not to have exhibited or participated in art societies.
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John Frederick Norton was a prolific painter from c 1898-1932 of mostly bush or pastoral landscapes evoking earlier settler era scenes. He was possibly an auctioneer in Geelong prior to moving to Melbourne

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  • c.1888 - c.1900-1909
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  • landscape painter
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  • John Frederick Norton
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Place Geelong, Vic.
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Burial place Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery, Corner Bell and Elizabeth Streets, Preston VIC 3058, Australia
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