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C1878
The late MR. T. S. Mort, of Sydney.
Engraving of Thomas Sutcliff Mort (1816-1878). Mort was an Australian industrialist who was offered a position in Sydney which he saw as a way to restore the family fortunes. In February 1838 he arrived at Sydney in the Superb and was … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
The late MR. T. S. Mort, of Sydney.
Date:
C1878
Artist:
Unknown
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Engraving.
Image Size:
105mm
x 140mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1878
Description:
Engraving of Thomas Sutcliff Mort (1816-1878). Mort was an Australian industrialist who was offered a position in Sydney which he saw as a way to restore the family fortunes. In February 1838 he arrived at Sydney in the Superb and was later followed by his younger brothers Henry (1818-1900) and James (d.1879). Mort became a clerk in Aspinall, Browne & Co., later Gosling, Browne & Co., and gained extensive experience in local and international commerce with an eventual salary of £500.
From the original edition of the Australasian Sketcher.
