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Roebuck, William (attributed)
The Thousand Islands from the North-northwest
unknown date

William Roebuck attended the Royal Military in Woolwich, England, and immigrated with his family to Canada in 1815. He was attached to Lord Dalhousie’s service at Quebec. Dalhousie was governor-in-chief of British North America 1820 to 1828.

 
Artist
Roebuck, William (attributed)
Artist Dates
Born England, around 1797 - Died United States1847
Title
The Thousand Islands from the North-northwest
Date
unknown date
Category
Canadian Historical
Medium
Watercolour on paper
Dimensions
42.6 x 58.4 cm
Credit Line
Purchase, Chancellor Richardson Memorial Fund, 1978
Accession Number
21-070

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