Harriet Calcott Scott
Harriet Calcott Scott;Harriet Scott
Place: Sydney
Born: 1830
Death: 1907
Biography:
Harriet Calcott Scott was a prominent Australian painter, illustrator, lithographer, and natural history collector. Born in 1830 in Sydney, Australia, she was the first child of Harriet Calcott, a seamstress, and Alexander Walker Scott, a grazier.
Early Life and Career
Harriet Scott's interest in art and natural history began at an early age. She developed her skills as a painter and illustrator, and her work was soon recognized by the scientific community. In 1862, she became a founding member of the Entomological Society of New South Wales, and the following year, she was appointed as a councillor. Her dedication to the field led to her presidency in 1866 and from 1868 onwards.
Artistic Contributions
Harriet Scott's artistic contributions are notable for their accuracy and attention to detail. Her paintings of Emperor Moth, Syntherata janetta and Emperor Moth, Opodiphthera eucalypti are excellent examples of her work. These watercolor paintings are now part of the collection at the Australian Museum (Sydney, Australia). Her other notable works include White-stemmed Gum Moth, Chelepteryx collesi and Anthelid Moth, Anthela excellens and Xyloryctid Moth, Cryptophasa irrorata. Some of her notable works can be found on Wikioo.org, including:
- Painting by 'Harriet Calcott Scott' | Harriet Calcott Scott:Emperor Moth, Syntherata janetta
- Painting by 'Harriet Calcott Scott' | Harriet Calcott Scott:Emperor Moth, Opodiphthera eucalypti
- Painting by 'Harriet Calcott Scott' | Harriet Calcott Scott:White-stemmed Gum Moth, Chelepteryx collesi
- Painting by 'Harriet Calcott Scott' | Harriet Calcott Scott:Anthelid Moth, Anthela excellens and Xyloryctid Moth, Cryptophasa irrorata
Legacy
Harriet Calcott Scott's legacy extends beyond her artistic contributions. She was a pioneer in the field of natural history and entomology, and her work paved the way for future generations of scientists and artists. Her dedication to the Entomological Society of New South Wales and her presidency from 1868 onwards are a testament to her commitment to the field. More information about Harriet Calcott Scott can be found on Wikioo.org, including her biography and a collection of her works. Harriet Calcott Scott | Harriet Scott was born in 1830 in Sydney, Australia. She was the first child of Harriet Calcott, a seamstress, and Alexander Walker Scott, a grazier. More details about Wikioo.org and its collection of art can be found on their website.
