About Charles Meere
Lived 1890 – 1961 (aged 70). Charles Meere was an Australian painter.
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In 1950 Meere sued Brisbane's Courier Mail'' for publishing an editorial cartoon by Ian Gall, which appropriated his signed portrait of Ben Chifley, implying that Chifley was being controlled by Jack Lang. Meere won the case, and in 1951 was awarded £800 for damages to his reputation as an artist. It was among the quintessential Australian images chosen for the opening ceremony of the 2000 Summer Olympics program and was included in the major exhibition of Australian art held at London's National Gallery in 2013.
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Who was Charles Meere?
Australian artist (1890-1961)
When was Charles Meere born?
Charles Meere was born on 6 December 1890.
When did Charles Meere die?
Charles Meere died on 17 October 1961.
What was Charles Meere's occupation?
Charles Meere was a painter.
What nationality was Charles Meere?
Charles Meere was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles Meere. https://biography.guide/charles-meere/
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