Arthur Purves Phayre | |
|---|---|
 Portrait by Colesworthey Grant (1855) | |
| 12th Governor of Mauritius | |
| In office 1874–1878 | |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| 1st Chief Commissioner of Burma | |
| In office 31 January 1862 – 16 February 1867 | |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | Albert Fytche |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 7 May 1812 Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England |
| Died | 14 December 1885 |
| Occupation | Administrator |
| Awards | Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George Knight Commander of the Order of the Star of India Companions of the Order of the Bath |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Branch/service |  British Indian Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
Sir Arthur Purves Phayre GCMG KCSI CB (7 May 1812 – 14 December 1885) was a career British Indian Army officer who was the first Commissioner of British Burma, 1862–1867, Governor of Mauritius, 1874–1878, and author.