Arthur Winton Brown, Mayor

Artist
Andrew, S P Date
Circa 1890 See full details

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Description
Originally from Port Chalmers, in the South Island, Arthur Brown moved to Wellington where he became involved in the city's local government. Brown was a councillor between 1881 and 1885 before being elected mayor in 1886. He returned to his duties as a councillor in 1888, and was re-elected mayor in 1891.

Arthur Brown vanished from the public eye in 1892 after his 'fortunes suffered an eclipse'.
Media
Black and white silver gelatin print, red oxide toned.
Measurements
Sighted: hxw 573 x 400mm
Frame: hxwxd 820 x 650 x c60mm
Registration number
ART00636

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