Robert Emerson Curtis b. 4 October 1898

Also known as Robert Curtis, R. E. C., Cabby
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator),
  • Designer (Graphic Designer),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Mid 20th century illustrator and artist. In 1922 Curtis travelled to the USA with his great friend, the pioneer filmmaker, Charles Chauvel. There he developed what was to become a lifelong interest in industrial modernism and on returning to Sydney in 1928 he set about documenting the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Mural designs for corporate clients are also known.
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associate of
Royal Australian Air Force
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associate of
Australian National Publicity Association
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associate of
Australian Geographical Society
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associate of
New South Wales Department of Main Roads
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associate of
Sydney Opera House Trust
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associate of
BHP
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Other occupations
  • official war artist (ANZSIC code: 7600)
  • architectural draftsman (ANZSIC code: 6921)
  • Camouflage Officer (ANZSIC code: 7600)
  • official war artist (ANZSIC code: 7600)
  • architectural draftsman (ANZSIC code: 6921)
  • Camouflage Officer (ANZSIC code: 7600)
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