Canberra
Original antique views and prints of the Australian Capital Territory and Canberra, depicting early settlement, civic development and landscape settings.
Antique Views of the ACT & Canberra
This category features original antique views and prints of the Australian Capital Territory and Canberra, capturing scenes of early settlement, landmark buildings and the surrounding landscape as the national capital was planned and developed. Works in this category reflect both the civic vision that shaped Canberra and the scenic qualities of the region that attracted artists and printmakers.
Many of these views were produced from sketches made during the 19th and early 20th centuries and later reproduced as engravings or lithographs for publication in atlases, illustrated books and geographic compilations. These images offer collectors and historians visual insight into the evolution of Australia’s capital and its cultural landscape.
Antique views of the ACT and Canberra are valued for their historical significance, recognisable locations and ability to convey the atmosphere of a city in its formative years.