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William Bustard (1894–1973) was an artist in Queensland, Australia. His stained glass work features in many heritage-listed buildings.

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William Bustard William Bustard Painting with light Museum of Brisbane Museum

Early life

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William Bustard was born in 1894 in Terrington, Malton, Yorkshire, England. Living close to the York Minster, he was influenced by its stained glass work and music. He studied at the Scarborough Art School and won a scholarship to the Slade School of Fine Art in London. He served in the army in World War I and contracted tuberculosis. He immigrated in 1921 to Queensland, Australia where his health recovered.

Career

William Bustard Philip Bacon Galleries Artists Stockroom

In order to make a living, he undertake a range of artistic work, including teaching and commissions. He illustrated books, including Robinson Crusoe (1949) and Treasure Island (1956).

William Bustard William Bustard List All Works

He drew pictures for advertisements, including for:

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  • the Canberra Hotel in Brisbane

  • William Bustard Paintings William Bustard Australian Art Auction Records

    His stained glass work can be found in:

  • Saint Mary's Catholic Church, Maryborough, Queensland
  • Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola in Toowong, Brisbane
  • St Thomas Church of England in Toowong, Brisbane
  • Kurrowah, a mansion in Dutton Park, Brisbane
  • St Pauls Presbyterian Church, Spring Hill, Brisbane
  • RS Exton and Co Building in Brisbane
  • St Brigids Catholic Church, in Rosewood
  • St Barnabas Anglican Church, Red Hill
  • Later life

    William Bustard died on 24 August 1973 in Southport, Queensland.

    Exhibitions

    Major exhibitions of his work include:

  • 1931
  • 1945: Brisbane
  • 1950: Finney's Art Gallery, Brisbane
  • 1983: Brisbane Civic Art Gallery and Museum
  • 2015-2016: Museum of Brisbane Painting with Light: an exhibition of the works of William Bustard from June 2015 to January 2016 (over 70 original works)
  • References

    William Bustard Wikipedia