ALDIS, Albert Edward 1870–1921

Born Kentish Town, London: arrived Auckland 1882 (see above). Exhibited landscapes in oil with Auckland Society of Arts 1887–88, though was still listed as a working member 1889. Probably visited Sydney where he was later to settle. Died in Manly; is known now as an Australian painter. Listed with his brother as Auckland artist, 1890–91 Wise's. Work signed A. Aldis, but which might be his or his brother's (see above), is in ACAG and Hocken.