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Alice Beville Collins

1884 – 1973

New Zealand silversmith

SilversmithArchitectural drafterBusiness executive
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About Alice Beville Collins

Lived 1884 – 1973 (aged 89). Alice Beville Collins was a New Zealand silversmith, architectural drafter and business executive.

Alice Beville Collins (1884–1973) was a New Zealand silversmith.

Biography Collins was born in Christchurch and studied at the Canterbury College School of Art from 1910 to 1912. She exhibited metalwork and jewelry at the Canterbury Society of Arts exhibitions in 1911 and 1912, and in the Auckland Society of Arts exhibition in 1912. She also worked at her father's architectural firm, Collins & Harman, as a draughtswoman. After completing her art training Collins opened her own silversmith studio and business on Park Terrace in Christchurch.

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Important facts

Born
16 July 1884, Dallington
Birth century
19th century
Died
24 October 1973, Hamilton
Occupation
Silversmith, architectural drafter, business executive
Nationality
New Zealand
Education
Ilam School of Fine Arts
Also known as
Alice Beville Millar

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alice Beville Collins?

New Zealand silversmith (1884-1973)

When was Alice Beville Collins born?

Alice Beville Collins was born on 16 July 1884 in Dallington.

When did Alice Beville Collins die?

Alice Beville Collins died on 24 October 1973 in Hamilton.

What was Alice Beville Collins's occupation?

Alice Beville Collins was a silversmith, architectural drafter and business executive.

What nationality was Alice Beville Collins?

Alice Beville Collins was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alice Beville Collins

· Wikidata: Q64827042

· DBpedia: Alice Beville Collins

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