Historical information

John B. ROBINSON (c1877 -25 May1935)
Born Ballarat, Victoria

A latecomer to painting, John Robinson was known to periodically attend the Max Meldrum School. He joined the administrative staff of the Ballarat School of Mines somewhere around 1902, obtaining the position of Registrar. He stayed in the Schools employment for 35 years. His chief recreations were gardening and the study of art. "His many canvases reveal the sincerity of his work and represent a notable achievement from one who adopted art somewhat late in life. (Obituary, Ballarat School of Mines Students' Magazine, 1935)

Robinson studied with Max Meldrum in Melbourne.

This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.

Physical description

Framed oil painting showing the coast and three boathouses.

Inscriptions & markings

Verso underneath brown paper

No 11
Beaumaris
Artists Signation
J.B. Robinson