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C1890
University of Sydney
Artist:
Phillip-Stephan
One of the largest colonial views of Sydney University. It was one of a series of views which were the first examples of the new printing technique of photo lithography. In this method the plate was photo sensitised and the … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
University of Sydney
Date:
C1890
Artist:
Phillip-Stephan
Condition:
One small 2mm hole at top sheet edge, otherwise in good condition.
Technique:
Photo lithograph
Image Size:
350mm
x 285mm
Paper Size:
472mm
x 410mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1890
Description:
One of the largest colonial views of Sydney University.
It was one of a series of views which were the first examples of the new printing technique of photo lithography. In this method the plate was photo sensitised and the image then transferred by photography. The plate then was inked and printed in the traditional way. Rare
From: Stephan, Picturesque Views of Australia.
Collections:
New South Wales State Library: Reference Code 932358
Biography:
Samuel Phillips, photographer, and Adam Stephan, lithographer, began working on their process in 1884, and in late 1887 formed the company. A Melbourne company was established in June 1889 and a Brisbane branch was also contemplated in that year. The building it occupied by the Melbourne company was destroyed by fire in January 1890.
