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C1886
Melbourne Town Hall.
Scarce c.19th engraving of the Melbourne Town Hall. Designed by renowned architect Joseph Reed, who was also responsible for many of Melbourne’s most iconic buildings, including the Royal Exhibition Building and State Library of Victoria, the Town Hall is a … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Melbourne Town Hall.
Date:
C1886
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Hand coloured engraving.
Image Size:
163mm
x 93mm
Paper Size:
259mm
x 170mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1886
Description:
Scarce c.19th engraving of the Melbourne Town Hall.
Designed by renowned architect Joseph Reed, who was also responsible for many of Melbourne’s most iconic buildings, including the Royal Exhibition Building and State Library of Victoria, the Town Hall is a striking example of Second Empire and Italianate styles, embodying the grandeur and aspirations of a rapidly growing city during the Victorian era. The Town Hall’s grand portico dominates the building’s façade, with its Corinthian columns, arched windows, and intricate stonework reflecting the wealth and civic pride of Melbourne during the late 19th century. A key feature of the Town Hall is its ornate clock tower, which rises above the bustling streets below, serving as a symbol of the city’s governance and progress. tralia’s most iconic cities.
Collections:
State Library Victoria: MC 919.45 N42I
National Library Australia: Bib ID: 2264805
State Library New South Wales: 991021280379702626
Collections:
State Library Victoria: MC 919.45 N42I
National Library Australia: Bib ID: 2264805
State Library New South Wales: 991021280379702626
Albert Charles Cooke (1836 - 1902)
Cooke was a painter, engraver, draughtsman and illustrator. Throughout his career he worked for many of the Illustrated newspapers, such as the Illustrated Sydney News, Illustrated Australian News, The Australasian Sketcher and The Leader. He was also well known for a series of birds eye views of a number of Australian cities and towns.
