Historical information

The original of this portrait is held by Melbourne University Art Collection.

Redmond Barry was the first President of the Ballarat School of Mines.

Until 2020 this was exhibited at the Ballarat School of Mines Administratin building, outside Founders Room.

Artist George Folingsby died in 1891.

Physical description

Framed reproduction of a painting of edmond Barry by George Folingsby.

Inscriptions & markings

His HOnour Sir Redmond Barry
K.C.M.G., M.A., LL.D
1813-1880
Foundation Presidet of the S.M.B., 1870-1876
Trustee of the S.M.B., 1870-1880
Chancellor of the University
of Melbourne, 1853-1880