Obituary (Evening Post, 16 April 1935)
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Summary: Obituary (Evening Post, 16 April 1935)
On 16 April 1935, it was reported that Miss Dorothy Kate Richmond, a respected artist from Wellington, passed away suddenly at the age of 74. She had been residing in York Bay, Eastbourne, but came into Wellington to attend a meeting of the council of the Academy of Fine Arts on the day of her death. After participating actively in the meeting, she later enjoyed the company of Mrs. G. Laurerison as a guest for the evening. Miss Richmond appeared to be in good health when she went to bed that night but unfortunately died in her sleep. Born in Auckland, Miss Richmond was the daughter of the Hon. J. C. Richmond, a prominent public figure in New Zealand. She received her education in England and Europe, studying for two years at the Slade School of Art in London under the tutelage of Legros. However, due to health issues, she was unable to fully pursue her art career until later in life. Her primary focus was on landscape, still life, and floral studies, primarily using watercolors, although her work in oils is featured in the Auckland, Wellington, and Timaru Art Galleries. Miss Richmond played a significant role in the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts, being elected to its council in 1904 and serving, with only a two-year break, for the rest of her life. In recognition of her contributions, she was made a life member of the Academy in 1928. Furthermore, three of her pieces are part of the permanent collection at the Wellington Art Gallery. Miss Richmond is survived by her cousins, including Misses Mary E. and E. Richmond from Wellington, as well as Messrs. H. P. Richmond from Auckland and F. Richmond from Wellington. The funeral service for Miss D. K. Richmond was scheduled to take place the following day at 11 a.m.
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