Portrait of Sir William Appleton, Mayor
Artist
Ellis, Frederick
Date
1947
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Mayor from 1944 - 1950
A Wellington City Councillor during the Depression and World War II, William Appleton was elected mayor in 1944. As well as having an established political life, Appleton was a well known businessman and a founder of the Charles Haines Advertising Agency.
Karori's Appleton Park and Appleton Place are named after him.
A Wellington City Councillor during the Depression and World War II, William Appleton was elected mayor in 1944. As well as having an established political life, Appleton was a well known businessman and a founder of the Charles Haines Advertising Agency.
Karori's Appleton Park and Appleton Place are named after him.
Media
Oil on canvas
Measurements
hxw 750 x 600mm
Registration number
ART00008
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