Emil Hermann Zeck
Australian entomologist and scientific illustrator
About Emil Hermann Zeck
Lived 1891 – 1963 (aged 71). Emil Hermann Zeck was an Australian entomologist, scientific illustrator and botanical collector.
Emil Hermann Zeck (16 November 1891 – 3 September 1963) was an Australian entomologist and biological illustrator. He was highly respected for his beautiful and scientifically accurate illustrations, especially of insects.
Life Zeck was born in Sydney. His artistic talent was recognised early and from 1908 to 1923 he worked as an entomological illustrator at the Government Printing Office in Sydney. He subsequently joined the staff of the New South Wales Department of Agriculture as an entomologist and remained there until his retirement in 1956.
Honours and awards Fellow of the Royal Zoological Society of New South Wales (1951) Australian Natural History Medallion (1961)
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Who was Emil Hermann Zeck?
Australian entomologist and scientific illustrator (1891-1963)
When was Emil Hermann Zeck born?
Emil Hermann Zeck was born on 16 November 1891 in Sydney.
When did Emil Hermann Zeck die?
Emil Hermann Zeck died on 3 September 1963 in Ryde.
What was Emil Hermann Zeck's occupation?
Emil Hermann Zeck was an entomologist, scientific illustrator and botanical collector.
What nationality was Emil Hermann Zeck?
Emil Hermann Zeck was Australian.
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