Andrew Doyle (artist) facts for kids
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Andrew Doyle
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| Born | November 1774 Dublin, Ireland
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| Died | 2 September 1841 (aged 66) Ulitedinburra Lodge, Sackville Reach, Sydney, Australia
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| Resting place | Ulitedinburra Lodge |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Known for | Painting, engraving |
| Spouse(s) | Sophia Isabella Norris |
Andrew Doyle (born around 1774, died 1841) was a talented artist from Ireland. He was a painter, an engraver (someone who makes designs on metal), and also a farmer. In 1802, he was sent to Australia because of a problem involving money documents. He lived there for the rest of his life.
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Andrew Doyle's Early Life
Andrew Doyle was born in Dublin, Ireland, around November 1774. His parents were Bartholomew Doyle and Bridget Nugent. He was baptized at St Catherine's Church in Dublin.
Andrew studied drawing with William Waldron. Waldron was a master at the Royal Dublin Society's School of Ornamental Drawing. This school helped young artists learn their craft.
Family Life and Work in Ireland
Around 1792, Andrew married Sophia Isabella Norris. Sophia was a Protestant, and Andrew became a Protestant when they married. Sophia's mother might have been from a French family called Jouanier.
Andrew and Sophia had three children in Ireland. Their son Cyrus Matthew was born in 1792 or 1793. Their daughter Louisa was born in 1795, and Edmund in 1799.
Andrew trained to be a printer. He worked as an apprentice at companies that printed designs on fabric. After his training, he started his own business. He worked as an engraver and printed designs on calico fabric.
Sent to Australia
In the late 1790s, Andrew faced some difficulties and spent time in jail. The reasons for this are not fully known.
In 1801, Andrew and his brother James faced a serious problem involving money documents. Because of this, Andrew was sent away to Australia. He was held at Newgate Prison in Dublin before his journey.
Andrew, his wife, and their four children left Ireland on the ship 'Rolla' in November 1802. They arrived in Australia on May 12, 1803. One of their children, whose name is not known, is thought to have died as a baby.
The family first lived in Sydney, then moved to Toongabbie. In 1806, Andrew received a pardon. This allowed him to buy land on the Hawkesbury River in 1808. He built his home, Ulitedinburra Lodge, there.
Andrew Doyle's Career in Australia
In 1803, Andrew was asked to draw native plants of the new colony. Governor Philip Gidley King asked him to do this for Sir Joseph Banks, a famous botanist.
The State Library of New South Wales has one of his watercolor paintings. It is called 'Rock Lily' and was painted around 1820. Andrew also gave Mrs. King a piece of ribbon painted with wildflowers.
Besides his art, Andrew also served his community. He worked as both a magistrate (a type of judge) and a constable (a police officer).
Later Life and Family in Australia
Andrew and Sophia had two more daughters in Australia. Emma Maria was born in 1804, and Sophia Isabella in 1806. Both were born at their Toongabbie farm.
Their sons, John Francis (born 1809) and John George (born 1811), were born at Ulitedinburra Lodge. Both sons grew up to be farmers and raised horses. Many other family members also worked in farming and horse breeding.
Andrew Doyle passed away on September 2, 1841, at his home. He died after a second serious illness.
