Modern
henry waltho mobberley
Born 1900
Died 1985
Henry Waltho Mobberley: The Sculptor of Miniature Lily Boats
Henry Waltho Mobberley (1900-1985) was an Australian artist born in Midland Junction, Australia. He achieved renown for his meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to recreating the iconic ‘2 footer LILY’ sailing skiff model – a testament to early 20th-century maritime artistry and competitive modeling tradition. His legacy resides not only in the exquisite sculptures themse…
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