Edward Orme

Edward Orme (1775 – 28 September 1848) was a British engraver, painter and publisher of illustrated books. He was also a property developer in Bayswater, where Orme Square was named after him.

Early life Edward Orme was born in 1775 in Manchester. His father, Aaron Orme, made fustian; his mother was Margaret Walmsley. He did 700 etchings or paintings, He was an engraver to King George III from 1799 to 1820, and to the Prince of Wales from 1799 to 1830. He also developed Orme Square from 1826 to 1828, which was named after him.

Personal life and death Orme married Hester Edmonds, also known as Etty Edmonds, on 22 June 1802 at St George's, Hanover Square. They had three sons and two daughters. They resided at 6 Fitzroy Square in Fitzrovia, London. He died on 28 September 1848. He was first buried at St Mary's in Paddington and later moved to Kensal Green Cemetery.