James White Scotland, Australia, Britain, 1862-1918
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About James White
Born in Scotland in 1862, James White arrived in Australia in 1888. A sculptor, he made anatomy models for London hospitals, and in Sydney assisted Simonetti with the Governor Philip monument. He was recognised as the leading bronze caster in Australia, and was commissioned for many public works including the Queen Victoria Memorial. James White won the first Wynne Prize awarded for sculpture.
Our database lists 7 works offered for sale at auction by this artist, of which 4 were sold.
James White is listed in the following standard biographical references:
- McCulloch, Alan McCulloch, Susan McCulloch, Emily McCulloch-Childs. The New McCulloch's Encyclopedia of Australian Art. 4th Edition, Aus Art Melbourne & The Miegunyah Press, 2006. Page 1019
- Dictionary of Australian Artists Online, an online resource for biographical data about Australian artists, designers, craftspeople and curators.
- Australian Prints + Printmaking, a database listing printmaking artists from Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific region based on the print collection of the National Gallery of Australia.
Artists' Resale Royalty
Could the second and subsequent works by this artist sold after June 9, 2010 for over $1,000 be liable for the Artists' Resale Royalty? More info…
No, ineligible. The artist has been deceased for more than 70 years.
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