Ernest Goupil
1814–1840 (age 26)
Biography
Ernest Goupil was a talented painter whose artistic contributions enriched the cultural landscape of colonial Hobart. His work reflected the artistic sensibilities of the period and his commitment to creative expression during the early development of European settlement in Tasmania.
Goupil's legacy as a painter represents an important chapter in the artistic history of colonial Australia, demonstrating the presence of cultural pursuits alongside the practical demands of settlement.