Name

James Cleveley

Culture

English

Gender

Male

Birth date

1750

Birth place

Deptford, London, England View on map Close map

Occupations

Carpenter | Sketcher

Summary

Worked: England; Pacific region.

NGA IRN

31917

Context

Australia

Biography

Son of John Cleveley [the elder], brother of the twins John and Robert Cleveley. He was employed as carpenter on board the Resolution under Captain Cook (third voyage), and produced sketches at the time. These were later worked up into finished drawings and oil paintings by his brother John, who arranged for their engraving and publication.

Last Updated

19 Jul 2021