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Edward Knox, Esq
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Edward Knox, Esq
A portrait oil painting of Australian industrialist, Edward William Knox, founder of the Colonial Sugar Refining Co. originally based in Cantebury and Chippendale, Sydney. Date: circa 1922
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Australian Based Chippendale Founder Industrialist Knox Longstaff Originally Refining Sugar Sydney 1922
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This striking oil painting captures the distinguished visage of Edward William Knox, Esq., an Australian industrial pioneer and founder of the Colonial Sugar Refining Company. The portrait, painted circa 1922, showcases Knox's confident and resolute demeanor, reflecting his significant contributions to the Australian economy and industry. Born in England, Knox emigrated to Australia in the late 19th century and established the Colonial Sugar Refining Company in the suburbs of Sydney, originally based in Cantebury and Chippendale. The company, which would later become one of the largest and most successful in the country, revolutionized the sugar industry in Australia through innovative production methods and efficient operations. The artist of this portrait is John Longstaff, a renowned Australian painter known for his portraits of prominent figures in Australian history. Longstaff's masterful brushstrokes and attention to detail bring Knox's character to life, revealing the determination and vision that drove him to build a business empire. This portrait is an invaluable piece of Australian historical art, offering a glimpse into the past and the remarkable story of Edward William Knox, Esq., the visionary industrialist who shaped the sugar industry in Australia.
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