George French Angas

George French Angas was an English painter, lithographer, and naturalist, known for his depictions of Australia and its indigenous peoples. He was born on April 21, 1822, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, and died on March 2, 1886, in Adelaide, Australia. Angas studied at the Royal Academy in London and began his career as a painter and lithographer in the 1840s. He emigrated to South Australia in 1842, where he became a prominent figure in the artistic community. His major works include 'The New South Wales and Victoria' series and various illustrations for books on Australian flora and fauna. Angas's style is characterized by detailed realism and a focus on the natural environment and indigenous cultures. His contributions are significant for their historical documentation of the Australian landscape and its people during a time of colonial expansion.