About Joseph Wheater

  • Biography

    The following information is from Cindy White on behalf of Joseph V. White who was the artist's friend, neighbor and landlord for many years.

    JOE HARRY WHEATER

    1885-1959

    Born in Bradford, England, Joe Wheater came to America with his parents at a young age, initially settling in Cambridge, MA. A few years later, the family moved to the City Point section of South Boston, MA near the water and yacht clubs.

    In May, 1904, at age 19, he sailed alone to England from Boston on the S.S.
    Saxonia
    staying in Bradford, England with aunts, uncles and cousins for about three months. During his extended visit, he painted and drew scenes of Bradford and neighboring towns. He returned in September with over 120...

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