O'Harris, Pixie, 1903-

Variant names
Dates:
Birth 1903-10-15
Death 1991-11-17

Biographical notes:

Artist and children's author. O'Harris' published works include "The fairy who wouldn't fly" (1946) and "Marmaduke the possum" (1947). See "Who's who in Australia, 1950", p. 548.

From the description of Letter [manuscript]. 1970. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225848534

Pixie O'Harris, born in Wales in 1903, emigrated to Australia in 1920, becoming one of leading children's book illustrators and authors. Several generations of Australians have been brought up on books written by her. She was recognised by various medals and an M.B.E as well as made Patron of the Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children. She died in 1990.

From the description of 7233 Pixie O'Harris Papers. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 755766979

Comparison

This is only a preview comparison of Constellations. It will only exist until this window is closed.

  • Added or updated
  • Deleted or outdated

Information

Permalink:
SNAC ID:

Subjects:

  • Artists
  • Authors, Australian
  • Bookplates, Australian

Occupations:

  • Authors

Places:

  • Australia (as recorded)