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Kew Historical Society Inc
Decorative object - Wallpaper sample from 'Reno', St John's Parade, 1870s
Comparatively few weatherboard houses in Kew survived from the early years of settlement into the second half of the 20th century. One such property was ‘Reno’, which once stood on the east side of St John’s Parade. Its earliest recorded owner was the architect Samuel Cocking who lived there from c.1865 until his death in 1888. The original landholding was bordered by Cotham Road, Glenferrie Road, Wellington Street, and Charles Street. The southern portion of this land included a fine orchard, with many imported trees. The old summer house, at first in the orchard, was later removed to the house garden. The MMBW Detail Plan No.1576 (1904) shows the remaining portion of the original land holding, including a semi-circular pathway at the front, and garden features such as an aviary, a fountain and grotto, and a fernery. None of these are apparent in photographs dating from the 1960s, where the garden, which once included rare plants provided by Baron Von Mueller, surrounds the cottage in a tangled frenzy. Despite a ‘local significance’ classification by the National Trust, the house was demolished in 1977. Wallpaper fragment from ‘Reno’. These three boldly designed samples from a single room are in shades of green and brown, highlighted by yellow and red floral sprays. While more accurately printed and coloured, the fragment lacks the freedom of design of the earlier samples.wallpaper, reno, st john's parade, kew, samuel cocking -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Work on paper (item) - K.N. McDonald lecture notes on Aviation topics
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Ringwood RSL Sub-Branch
Work on paper - Phillipines Review
Printed booklets - 6 -
University of Melbourne, Burnley Campus Archives
Work on paper (Item), Vireya Rhododendrons A History of their Introduction to Cultivation by L.A. Craven
vireya rhododendron, l.a. craven -
Mont De Lancey
Decorative object - Black Buggy Model, Mr Chas W. Davis, Unknown
The collection of thirteen horse drawn vehicles were carefully handmade by Mr Chas W Davis 1925 - 2002. He was a talented artist and saw doctor. This model of a one horse drawn buggy replicates the vehicle that enjoyed respect from the public from 1833 until 1935. It came in four types.A model of a black enclosed buggy and horse, with two doors and two tinted windows. It is a two wheeled two passenger horse drawn carriage where the driver sits behind on the high seat with silver armrests. The body is low to the ground, making it easy for passengers to board and disembark as well as allowing for speed and is lightweight for one horse to pull, making the journey cheaper than using four horses. It has two black spoked wheels with silver rims, brown seating, silver handles on the doors and two black coach lamps at the back. There is a silver step on the side of the body near the footrest to aid alighting and disembarking.There are two long shafts on each side to surround the horse. It has a model of a brown coloured horse with a white tail and mane, which has the necessary horse tack for carriage use to help the driver communicate with the horse. replicas, models, scale models, vehicles, carriages, horse drawn vehicles, toy horses -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Work on paper, Kew's Creative Cuisine
'Kew's' was a restaurant at 330 High Street, previously an ice-cream parlour and later Estivo. The restaurant was located opposite the Kew Recreation Centre. The artwork was purchased at auction by the donors and donated to Kew Historical Society in 2022. Donated by Heather Oliver, 2022Large framed watercolour and gouache originally hung in Kew's restaurant. [Frame 104cm x 108cm / Work 54cm x 75cm]'Kew's Creative Cuisine: Try our delicious Antipasto Platter ........" Artist's signature lower right.restaurants -- kew (vic.), commercial buildings --- high street -- kew (vic.) -
Darebin Art Collection
Mixed media - Liu Xian Feng, Liu Xian Feng, The Bird’s Bridge, 2009
This work is about the 'Buffalo Boy and the Seventh Fairy' from Chinese folklore. The Emperor of Heaven’s seventh daughter loved the buffalo boy. She left heaven and went down to the earth and married him. She became a weaver to make a living, while he tended buffalos. Their life was very happy and they had a daughter and a son. But the Emperor got angry. He sent heaven’s military to bring her back. He would allow them to meet at the other side of the Milky Way on the night of the seventh of July every year. Fortunately there were many birds who gathered to form a bridge. Every year they had a family reunion on the “bridge of birds’. -
Working Heritage Crown Land Collection
Decorative object - Light fitting, Mint Light Fitting
Decorative brass light fitting, possibly a replica.historic building, former royal mint -
Federation University Art Collection
Work on paper - Artwork - Printmaking, Jessica Price, 'Garden #1, #2, #3 and #4' by Jessica Price, 10/2017
Jessica PRICE (1996- ) Born Busselton, Western Australia In 2017 Jessica Price completed a Bachelor of Arts (Fine Arts) Printmaking at the Federation University Arts Academy. A general theme in her work is nature to reveal the beauty of God in nature. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.Four limited edition screenprints with fineliner printed on Somerset Satin White paper. Artist's Statement: I am a practising printmaking artist and enjoy experimenting with various forms of print including chine colle, screenprinting and monoprint. I also enjoy drawing and painting, and hope to expand my practise to incorporate all these methods to create a unique style of artwork for myself. I am constantly in awe of the delicacy and grandeur of creation. I find that bringing this concept and theme thorughout my work using a botanical like approach not only expresses a part of who I am, but connects me with the creator of the universe. My hope is that by making these works I can create a similar experience for my viewers, as well as celebrate the master craftsmanship of the creator. This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.1/1jessica price, screenprint, printmaking, flora, alumni, bee, australian nature -
Federation University Art Collection
Work on paper - Artwork - Printmaking, 'Omeo, Victoria' by Kenneth Jack, 1960
Framed five plate lithograph. Donated through the Australian Gifts Programme by Katherine Littlewood.Edition 21/30kenneth jack, printmaking, lithograph, omeo, available -
Gippsland Art Gallery
Sculpture, Volny, Eva, Hominid, 1995
Purchased, 1998Metal, Bronzegippsland, artwork, permanent collection -
8th/13th Victorian Mounted Rifles Regimental Collection
Decorative object - TST board
Parting gift from Corporal D L Knight to Technical Support Troop (TST) 8/13 Victorian Mounted Rifles. TST provided first line repair and recovery to armoured unit.Representative of gifts given by departing members of the regimentWooden board with decorative spanner mounted.Presented to / TST 8/13 VMR / by Cpl D L Knighttechnical support troop (tst), knight d l -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Director of Parks and Gardens, City of Ballarat, Interview with Bob WHITEHEAD by John Garner, 07 February 2007, 7th February 2007
Bob Whitehead, Director of Parks & Gardens for the City of Ballarat. 1978-1989The interview is valuable in terms of the development of new techniques in the Gardens and the establishment of the Friends of the Ballarat Botanical Gardens.All visible. Clear grey and white photograph of Bob Whitehead, front page. 2nd front page coloured photograph of Bob Whitehead.None.john garner collection, garner, whitehead, interview, ballarat botanical gardens, ballarat, gardens, doctor, horticulture, kevin heinze, melbourne city council, modern techniques, fernery, sequoias, conservatories, establishment of the friends of the ballarat botanical gardens -
Merri-bek City Council
Work on paper - Screen print, Wendy Black, Declare Antarctica a World Park - Phytoplankton, 1982
The 1980s saw a rise in campaigns for Antarctica to be designated a World Park. Black’s screenprints celebrate the creatures of the continent, however invocations such as ‘protect Antarctica from all mineral and oil exploration and exploitation’ remind the viewer that these creatures are in peril. Black printed 500 of these postcards (described as ‘Antarcticards’) at the Redletter Press in Brunswick and they were distributed around the world, reaching as far as Macquarie and Heard Islands. The campaigning was successful, with Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke announcing that Australia would not support an agreement that would open the Australian Antarctic Territory up to mining and oil drilling.Donated by the artist8 prints in total -
Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens History Group
Work on paper - Letter to the Ballarat Mayor and Councillors from the Adam Lindsay Gordon Memorial Cottage Committee 6/10/1988, Offer of the Cottage to the Council and newspaper snippet 17/8/1976, "Memorial Plaque at Gordon Cottage", 6/10/1988
This letter gives detailed information about the Gordon Cottage, its past history and present situation and suggestions about its future. The newspaper article concerns the William E Roff memorial plaque at Gordon Cottage. This letter provides valuable evidence about the Adam Lindsay Gordon Memorial Cottage and the newspaper snippet records the outstanding community work done by Cr. Roff over many years.Two pages, 1 1/2 typed pages. Heading: "The Adam Lindsay Gordon Memorial Cottage Committee" in old English lettering. Below the heading lefthand side, the President, Cr.W.E. Roff and his address is crossed out as is the Hon. Secretary, Phillip Abson and his address, on the righthand side of the page. At the top of the page is written, "President M.J.Brown and his address. P.2 is signed by M.J.Brown and I.C.Smith. Newspaper snippet, lower righthand corner of page in black, headed, "Memorial Plaque at Gordon Cottage".In the top righthand corner is written "45" and below, there is a "received stamp" dated 11 Oct. 1988, City of Ballarat. D/C is below the date, lefthand side of the page. None on newspaper article.adam lindsay gordon cottage, john garner, doctor, john garner collection, friends of ballarat botanical gardens, adam lindsay gordon memorial cottage committee, w.e. roff, ballarat turf club, racing museum, gold museum ballarat, memorial bust of gordon, w.e.roff plaque, craig's hotel, bath lane., memorial seats, gordon memorial horse, mr george netherway, ballarat historical society, ballarat botanical gardens, gardens, ballarat -
Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic History
Decorative object - Vase, Selangor Pewter
Small pewter vase with a round base and fluted stem.[hallmark] SELANGOR / PEWTERselangor pewter, corporate gift -
Federation University Art Collection
Work on paper - Artwork - Printmaking, Geoffrey Ricardo, "The General Humours" by Geoffrey Ricardo, 2009
Unframed limited edition photo etching. Promised gift under the Australian Government's Cultural Gift Program.Signed lower right "Ricardo 09"geoffrey ricardo, framing required -
Hymettus Cottage & Garden
Work on paper - Book, Eureka and Beyond: Monty Miller his own story
non-fictioneureka stockade, ballarat, monty miller -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Decorative object - Tablecloth
Lace tablecloth owned by a member of the Piesse family of Kew. Later owned by Margaret Hollis (nee Piesse) of Castlemaine.Square linen tablecloth bordered with a wide band of machine-made lace.tablecloths, lace -
Federation University Art Collection
Work on paper - Digital Prints, Gilson, Deanne, 'Wadawurrung Axe Heads 1-4' by Deanne Gilson, 2011
Dr Deanne GILSON (1967- ) Country: Wadawurrung Deanne Gilson is a Federation University alumni, and an award-winning multi-disciplinary artist. Her practice draws its inspiration from ‘Ancestral marks’ and design on cultural objects found in museum archives and family oral histories. Deanne’s practice seeks to interrogate the colonial legacy of settlement and the western hegemonic systems of class, race and representation in historical photographs that were imposed on her Ancestors. Her work also explores the matriarchal role through her feminist perspectives, looking at the history of marriage and the oppressive function it has played within her family. Deanne has completed the following educationala achievements. 2014 – 2015 Masters by Research (Visual Art), Deakin University Geelong 2013 Graduate Diploma in Education Secondary, Federation University 2011 Certificate IV in Aboriginal Contemporary Art & Craft 2010 Cultural Heritage Management Course, Lakes Entrance 1 Week 2007 – 2010 Graduated, Bachelor of Visual Arts with Honours, University of Ballarat 1984 Diploma of Art, School of Mines & Industries TAFE This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.This work depicts an axehead found on Wadawurrung country and is a responce to workign alongside archeologists untertaking land surveys of her ancestral lands and the visual documentaiton of artefcts.art, artwork, deanne gilson, gilson, wadawurrung, stone axe, aboriginal, alumni -
Kew Historical Society Inc
Decorative object - Pair of Embroidered Cotton Table Runners
Off white cotton cross stitched table runner. Crotcheted edge in brown and pink. Rectangular with triangular ends. Cross stitch design in pink and brown with a few blue stitches. table runners, household textiles -
Melbourne Tram Museum
Decorative object - PTC & V/Line Magnet, Public Transport Corporation (PTC), c.1990s
Used for decorative purposes on magnetic surfaces, such as on a fridge door, while also an advertisement for the Public Transport Corporation and V/Line.A marketing material associated with a now-superceded transit agency (since the 1990s). The V/Line logo shown was distinct in the 1990s, which has since changed as well.Rectangular sheet magnet with the logos of the PTC and V/Line on the top. In the centre reads, "City or Country/the best way to travel/is with The Met/and V/Line." At the bottom phone numbers for both groups are advertised, above the text "Public Transport Corporation."public transport, public transport corporation, ptc, v-line -
Port Melbourne Historical & Preservation Society
Mixed media - Placard, Anti-amalgamation protests, 1993
Made by the City of Port Melbourne for the demonstrations before and after the forced amalgamation by the Jeff Kennett State Government of the City of Port Melbourne with the Cities of South Melbourne and St Kilda to form the City of Port Phillip. First demonstation was against the City of Melbourne Act which excised 42% of Port Melbourne's rate base (Fishermens Bend) and so laid the groundwork for amalgamation afterwards because Port Melbourne could not survive on the remaining rates. Refer to Pat Grainger, Liana and David ThompsonWhite cardboard attached to a wooden stick with hand lettered anti-amalgamation slogan in black. "Are You Deaf Jeff?"public action campaigns, amalgamation, local government - city of port melbourne -
Charlton RSL Sub Branch
Decorative object - Glass frame of poppies, Memorial frame of poppies of a picture of a field
Shadow box frame of poppies on image of a field. Lest we Forget. Made by Glenys Porter and Anita Jones 6th July 2012 -
Horsham Regional Art Gallery
Mixed media, Trevor SMITH, CHILDREN'S STORIES - Mummy wanted Kylie to have the prettiest dress at the party!, 2002
Purchased through the Horsham Art Gallery Trust Fund, 2002 -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Work on paper (Item) - Ansett Airlines DC9 - notes, AP Project G Hannan
Ansett -
Mont De Lancey
Decorative object - Hampden Buggy Model, Chas W. Davis, Unknown
The collection of thirteen horse drawn vehicles were carefully handmade by Mr Chas W Davis 1925 - 2002. He was a talented artist and saw doctor. This model of a horse drawn Hampden Buggy replicates the vehicle that enjoyed respect from the public from c.1800's. It came in various types.A model of a Hampden buggy, c1900. The body is low to the ground, making it easy for passengers to board and disembark as well as allowing for speed and is lightweight for one horse to pull, making the journey cheaper than using four horses. It has four spoked wheels, two large and two small which have gold painted mudguards. It has brown padded seating, gold painted armrests and two coach lamps. There are two long shafts on each side to surround the biscuit coloured horsel with a white tail and mane, which has the necessary horse tack for carriage use to help the driver communicate with the horse. The original Hampden buggy was the inspiration of K.Booth, an American coach maker. It was designed for the ladies to show off their finery. Keep Bros. and Wood of Melbourne built many variations of buggies for wet or dry conditions.replicas, models, scale models, vehicles, carriages, horse drawn vehicles, toy horses -
Eltham District Historical Society Inc
Work on paper (item) - Photograph, 2 Metery Road, Eltham South
Robert and Ada Zull built an Alistair Knox designed house at 2 (lot 8) Metery Road, Eltham, a one acre property for their family of five in the mid 1960s. Susan Bennett, nee Zull's reminiscences are published in EDHS Newsletter, February, April, June, August 2020. This series of photographs together with the account of personal remiscences provide a unique document of the construction of an Alistair Knox designed home. Knox was a pioneer in the use of mudbricks and recycled materials and is significant to his contribution of this style of architecture in Eltham and the wider Shire of Nillumbik.zull family, eltham south, 2 metery road, alistair knox, bush block -
Gippsland Art Gallery
Mixed Media, Wolseley, John, Total Solar Eclipse 23rd October 1976, 1976
Purchased, 1978Oil, wallpaper, mixed media and found objects on boardgippsland, artwork, permanent collection -
Moorabbin Air Museum
Work on paper (item) - CAC Collection - Miscellaneous Papers, Department of Agriculture General Private WG Norman
CAC Collection