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C1866
New Bridge over the Macquarie at Dubbo.
Rare engraving of the first bridge over the Macquarie at Dubbo which was opened on 24th May, 1866 by the Governor and Sir Samuel Saul. A ball was held on the bridge, with Miss Campbell of Bunglegumbie playing the piano. … Read Full Description
$A 165
S/N: ISN-NC-660716013–201552
(B002)
Categories: NSW – Country, AUSTRALIA, PRINTS & PHOTOGRAPHS, TOPOGRAPHICAL VIEWS, SUBJECTS A-Z, Bridges
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Full Title:
New Bridge over the Macquarie at Dubbo.
Date:
C1866
Artist:
Unknown
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Hand coloured engraving.
Image Size:
205mm
x 137mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1866
Description:
Rare engraving of the first bridge over the Macquarie at Dubbo which was opened on 24th May, 1866 by the Governor and Sir Samuel Saul. A ball was held on the bridge, with Miss Campbell of Bunglegumbie playing the piano. The population of the town was 500 at the time.
From the original edition of The Illustrated Sydney News.
References:
Gibbs & Shallard. Illustrated Sydney News. ISSN 2203-5397.
Collections:
State Library New South Wales: F8/39-40
State Library Victoria: PCINF SLVIC=1853-1872
National Library Australia: Bib ID 440095
