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W. Edward Dolphin

Melbourne, 1903–1981

Pupil of A. E. Smith in Sydney. Established independently in Melbourne from 1928. Fine work, much influenced by Smith. Classical models, excellent materials, and fine red varnish. William E. Dolphin / Sydney. 1928 — John Dilworth

Worked Melbourne

Taught by A. E

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John Dilworth+

DOLPHIN, William Born 1903 Worked Sydney, died 1981 Melbourne Australia. Pupil of A. E. Smith in Sydney. Established independently in Melbourne from 1928. Fine work, much influenced by Smith. Classical models, excellent materials, and fine red varnish. William E. Dolphin / Sydney. 1928

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