John Dowie AM, Professor Sir Douglas Mawson, 1982, bronze. Photo Sam Roberts
Sculpted by renowned Southern Australian artist John Dowie AM this bust was unveiled to mark Mawson's birth. Famed for his Antarctic exploration, Professor Sir Douglas Mawson OBE BE DSc FRS FAA was also a lecturer at the University of Adelaide. This bust has it's twin at Mawson's base in Antarctica. The statue is located outside Elder Hall.
Year Produced
1982
Materials
Bronze
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