Francis Wilson Niven b. 1831

Also known as F. W. Niven
  • Artist (Photographer),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
A sketcher, photographer, lithographer, carver, printer and stationary manufacturer. Upon arriving in Ballarat, Niven purchased a lithographic press from Alfred Ronalds for £40 - said to be the first such press in Victoria. Despite having no practical knowledge of printing, he taught himself from books and his business went on to enjoy great commercial success.
Name
Francis Wilson Niven
Also known as F. W. Niven
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Photographer)
  • Artist (Printmaker)
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
Other Occupation
  • Proprietor of printing firm (ANZSIC code: 1611)
  • Stationery manufacturer (ANZSIC code: 1523)
  • Printer (ANZSIC code: 1611)
Birth date
1831
Birth place
Dublin, Ireland
Death date
3 December 1905
Death place
Melbourne, Vic.
Active Period
  • c.1855 - c.1900
Arrival
  • 1852 (Melbourne, Vic.)
Residence
  • c.1905- Melbourne, Vic.
  • c.1852 - c.1886 Ballarat, Vic.
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • DAA with additions