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Ballarat Heritage ServicesPhotograph - Colour, Kookaburras, 2016, 17/08/2016
... ...bird...Ballarat Heritage Services PO Box 2209 Bakery Hill Post Office goldfields kookaburra bird laughing jackass Photograph of two kookaburras taken from the window of a four storey building at Mount Helen. ...Photograph of two kookaburras taken from the window of a four storey building at Mount Helen.kookaburra, bird, laughing jackass -
Ballarat Heritage ServicesPhotograph - Photograph - Colour, Kookaburras at Mount Helen, 2016, 23/09/2016
... ...bird...Ballarat Heritage Services PO Box 2209 Bakery Hill Post Office goldfields kookaburra laughing jackass bird Photographs of three kookaburras that visited Mount Helen, Victoria Kookaburras at Mount Helen, 2016 Photograph Photograph - Colour ...Photographs of three kookaburras that visited Mount Helen, Victoriakookaburra, laughing jackass, bird -
Ballarat Heritage ServicesPhotograph - Colour, Clare Gervasoni, Superb Fairy Wren at Tower Hill, 2016, 31/12/2016
... ...bird...Ballarat Heritage Services PO Box 2209 Bakery Hill Post Office goldfields tower hill Fairy wren bird Superb Fairy Wren at Tower Hill, Victoria Superb Fairy Wren at Tower Hill, 2016 Photograph - Colour Clare Gervasoni ...Superb Fairy Wren at Tower Hill, Victoriatower hill, fairy wren, bird -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Domestic object - Tui Mitchell Collection: Blue and white bowl with lid
... The bowl is decorated with a blue transfer print of a bird in reeds. The lid is decorated with the image of two birds sitting on a fence. ...History House 11 Mackenzie Street Bendigo goldfields Tui Mitchell Collection Williams Family Greystanes The bowl is decorated with a blue transfer print of a bird in reeds. The lid is decorated with the image of two birds sitting on a fence. ...The bowl is decorated with a blue transfer print of a bird in reeds. The lid is decorated with the image of two birds sitting on a fence. On the underside of the bowl is the hallmark for Brown Westhead and Moore (BWM & Co) in Staffordshire, England about 1870. The pattern name is Canova. The object is reported to have been used at Greystanes House in Bendigo. The bowl is damaged. See condition report.tui mitchell collection, williams family, greystanes -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyDocument, Plan of Subdivision - Golden Wood Estate, Ringwood, Victoria - 1964
... Consulting Engineers: Geoffrey C. Bird, 483 Collins Street, Melbourne (Tel) 62 1517. ...Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Consulting Engineers: Geoffrey C. Bird, 483 Collins Street, Melbourne (Tel) 62 1517. ...City of Ringwood drawing No.520 dated October 1964, for construction of Jeffrey Drive, Ronald Street, Golden Grove, Gilda Court and Jennifer Court, off Mullum Mullum Road, Ringwood.Consulting Engineers: Geoffrey C. Bird, 483 Collins Street, Melbourne (Tel) 62 1517. Principal: Commerce and Commission Victoria P/L. -
Rutherglen Historical SocietyPhotograph - Image, 1910-1960 (Approximate)
... At bottom of photo: "Victorian Alpine Scenery. - Birds-eye View of Bright" At bottom left: "H. ...Rutherglen Historical Society Murray Street Rutherglen high-country bright-victoria victorian alps At bottom of photo: "Victorian Alpine Scenery. - Birds-eye View of Bright" At bottom left: "H. ...Photographic postcard showing view of town of Bright with mountains in backgroundAt bottom of photo: "Victorian Alpine Scenery. - Birds-eye View of Bright" At bottom left: "H. Manning, Copyright" At bottom right: "F. Foxcraft"bright-victoria, victorian alps -
Linton and District Historical Society IncStereograph, The Rose Stereographs, Melbourne, Sydney, Wellington and London, 16,300 Bird's-Eye View of Paris, France, Copyright 1912
... 16,300. BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF PARIS, FRANCE, and Seven Bridges Over the Seine from Spire / of St. ...Stereographs 16,300. BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF PARIS, FRANCE, and Seven Bridges Over the Seine from Spire / of St. ...One of two sets of stereographs donated by the O'Beirne family along with a stereoscope for viewing (Stereoscope is Registration no. 2014-51).Stereograph of two black and white images. Images show bridges over the River Seine. Eiffel Tower in background.16,300. BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF PARIS, FRANCE, and Seven Bridges Over the Seine from Spire / of St. Gervais Church. Eiffel Tower in Distance.stereographs -
The Beechworth Burke MuseumAnimal specimen - Turquoise Parrot, Trustees of the Australian Museum, Taxidermy Turquoise Parrot, 1860-1880
... The female is similar, but not as bright, with a whitish facial mask, no red on the wing, and a pale wing stripe. Old birds of both sexes may have orange underparts. ...Its underparts and tail edges are a rich yellow. Old birds of both sexes may have orange underparts. ...Its underparts and tail edges are a rich yellow. Old birds of both sexes may have orange underparts. ...This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century. The male Turquoise Parrot is bright green above, with a turquoise blue crown and face. A brilliant two-tone blue band around the bend of the wing contrasts with a dark, brick-red shoulder patch. Its underparts and tail edges are a rich yellow. The female is similar, but not as bright, with a whitish facial mask, no red on the wing, and a pale wing stripe. Old birds of both sexes may have orange underparts. Once common throughout many parts of eastern Australia, the Turquoise Parrot was formerly recorded from near Mackay in Queensland south to Melbourne until the 1880s, when its population suddenly crashed. It was even considered to be extinct by 1915, but populations recovered spectacularly over the next 20 years or so, and by the 1930s they were again recorded through much of their former range. Now the species can once more be seen in many parts of eastern and south-eastern Australia, though not quite as extensively as before. These birds are vulnerable in NSWThis specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century. This Turquoise Parrot is bright green above, with a turquoise blue crown and face. A brilliant two-tone blue band around the bend of the wing contrasts with a dark, brick-red shoulder patch. Its underparts and tail edges are a rich yellow. Old birds of both sexes may have orange underparts. This particular specimen is faded with some missing feathers. It is mounted on a wooden stand with a tag wrapped around its leg.Label: 80a. / Chesnutt-shouldered Grass Parakeet / See Catalogue, page 22.taxidermy, parrot, turquoise parrot, taxidermy bird, australian bird, burke museum, trustees of australia -
Orbost & District Historical Societybook, Who Dies Next, 1939
... A hard back book with an illustration of a man's face and two large birds hovering above. The book has black binding. ...Inside cover is a stamp Of Nowlans Library Orbost On back : Harris & Wright Library Northcote A hard back book with an illustration of a man's face and two large birds hovering above. The book has black binding. ...This book was found with other books from Orbost House. Orbost House, believed to have been established by the Macalister family around the turn of the 20th century was a boarding house in Lochiel Street, Orbost. Nowlan's Library was in the billiards saloon in Nicholson street Orbost and was owned by Lionel H. Nowlan. The joining fee was 1/- and the cost of borrowing was 3d per book. A hard back book with an illustration of a man's face and two large birds hovering above. The book has black binding. It was written by H.J. Wurr,Inside cover is a stamp Of Nowlans Library Orbost On back : Harris & Wright Library Northcotebook who-dies-next literature nowlans orbost-house wurr-h.j. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.Photograph - FORTUNA COLLECTION: PHOTOGRAPH
... Colour photo (series of 3 photos) of a possible stained glass window depicting a Kingfisher type of bird swooping down with outstretched wings to water....History House 11 Mackenzie Street Bendigo goldfields Colour photo (series of 3 photos) of a possible stained glass window depicting a Kingfisher type of bird swooping down with outstretched wings to water. ...Colour photo (series of 3 photos) of a possible stained glass window depicting a Kingfisher type of bird swooping down with outstretched wings to water. -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook, A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2
... A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2 Author: The Rev. F. O. Morris Publisher: Groombridge & Sons Date: 1855...Morris Label on spine cover with typed text PAT F598.2942 MOR Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2 Author: The Rev. F. O. Morris Publisher: Groombridge & Sons Date: 1855 A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2 Book ...This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds Vol 2 Author: The Rev. F. O. Morris Publisher: Groombridge & Sons Date: 1855Label on spine cover with typed text PAT F598.2942 MOR Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Mechanics Institute and Free Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Servicewarrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, a natural history of the nests and eggs of british birds vol 2, a natural history, the rev. f. o. morris, f. o. morris -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook, The Australian Encyclopaedia Vol 2
... The Australian Encyclopaedia Vol 2 set 2 ( Bird to Conscription) Editor - In - Chief: Alec H. ...Chisholm Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 032 AUS Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Public Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service The Australian Encyclopaedia Vol 2 set 2 ( Bird to Conscription) Editor - In - Chief: Alec H. ...This item is from the ‘Pattison Collection’, a collection of books and records that was originally owned by the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute, which was founded in Warrnambool in 1853. By 1886 the Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute (WMI) had grown to have a Library, Museum and Fine Arts Gallery, with a collection of “… choice productions of art, and valuable specimens in almost every branch and many wonderful national curiosities are now to be seen there, including historic relics of the town and district.” It later included a School of Design. Although it was very well patronised, the lack of financial support led the WMI in 1911 to ask the City Council to take it over. In 1935 Ralph Pattison was appointed as City Librarian to establish and organise the Warrnambool Library as it was then called. When the WMI building was pulled down in 1963 a new civic building was erected on the site and the new Warrnambool Library, on behalf of the City Council, took over all the holdings of the WMI. At this time some of the items were separated and identified as the ‘Pattison Collection’, named after Ralph Pattison. Eventually the components of the WMI were distributed from the Warrnambool Library to various places, including the Art Gallery, Historical Society and Flagstaff Hill. Later some were even distributed to other regional branches of Corangamite Regional Library and passed to and fro. It is difficult now to trace just where all of the items have ended up. The books at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village generally display stamps and markings from Pattison as well as a variety of other institutions including the Mechanics’ Institute itself. RALPH ERIC PATTISON Ralph Eric Pattison was born in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 1891. He married Maude Swan from Warrnambool in 1920 and they set up home in Warrnambool. In 1935 Pattison accepted a position as City Librarian for the Warrnambool City Council. His huge challenge was to make a functional library within two rooms of the Mechanics’ Institute. He tirelessly cleaned, cleared and sorted a disarrayed collection of old books, jars of preserved specimens and other items reserved for exhibition in the city’s museum. He developed and updated the library with a wide variety of books for all tastes, including reference books for students; a difficult task to fulfil during the years following the Depression. He converted all of the lower area of the building into a library, reference room and reading room for members and the public. The books were sorted and stored using a cataloguing and card index system that he had developed himself. He also prepared the upper floor of the building and established the Art Gallery and later the Museum, a place to exhibit the many old relics that had been stored for years for this purpose. One of the treasures he found was a beautiful ancient clock, which he repaired, restored and enjoyed using in his office during the years of his service there. Ralph Pattison was described as “a meticulous gentleman whose punctuality, floorless courtesy and distinctive neat dress were hallmarks of his character, and ‘his’ clock controlled his daily routine, and his opening and closing of the library’s large heavy doors to the minute.” Pattison took leave during 1942 to 1945 to serve in the Royal Australian Navy, Volunteer Reserve as Lieutenant. A few years later he converted one of the Museum’s rooms into a Children’s Library, stocking it with suitable books for the younger generation. This was an instant success. In the 1950’s he had the honour of being appointed to the Victorian Library Board and received more inspiration from the monthly conferences in Melbourne. He was sadly retired in 1959 after over 23 years of service, due to the fact that he had gone over the working age of council officers. However he continued to take a very keen interest in the continual development of the Library until his death in 1969. The Pattison Collection, along with other items at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, was originally part of the Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s collection. The Warrnambool Mechanics’ Institute Collection is primarily significant in its totality, rather than for the individual objects it contains. Its contents are highly representative of the development of Mechanics' Institute libraries across Australia, particularly Victoria. A diversity of publications and themes has been amassed, and these provide clues to our understanding of the nature of and changes in the reading habits of Victorians from the 1850s to the middle of the 20th century. The collection also highlights the Warrnambool community’s commitment to the Mechanics’ Institute, reading, literacy and learning in the regions, and proves that access to knowledge was not impeded by distance. These items help to provide a more complete picture of our community’s ideals and aspirations. The Warrnambool Mechanics Institute book collection has historical and social significance for its strong association with the Mechanics Institute movement and the important role it played in the intellectual, cultural and social development of people throughout the latter part of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The collection of books is a rare example of an early lending library and its significance is enhanced by the survival of an original collection of many volumes. The Warrnambool Mechanics' Institute’s publication collection is of both local and state significance. The Australian Encyclopaedia Vol 2 set 2 ( Bird to Conscription) Editor - In - Chief: Alec H. Chisholm Publisher: Angus & Robertson Date; 1958Label on spine cover with typed text PAT 032 AUS Pastedown front endpaper has sticker from Warrnambool Public Library covered by a sticker from Corangamite Regional Library Service warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, pattison collection, warrnambool library, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, corangamite regional library service, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library, great ocean road, the australian encyclopaedia vol 2, alec h. chisholm -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionNegative - Negative - Portland Bird Sanctuary, 1934
... Negative for a black and white photograph. Portland Bird Sanctuary. Wooden post and rail fence in water. ...Portland Bird Sanctuary. Wooden post and rail fence in water. ...Negative for a black and white photograph. Portland Bird Sanctuary. Wooden post and rail fence in water. Seagulls, cormorants, sitting on it, swans in water behindzillah maschmedt, portland bird sanctuary, wildlife -
Embroiderers Guild, VictoriaTextile - Cushion Cover, Vera Frogley (b.?-d.2000), 1930-40
... A cottage with fence and gate posts, roses, hollyhocks, daisies. Birds and clouds in the sky....A cottage with fence and gate posts, roses, hollyhocks, daisies. Birds and clouds in the sky. Textile Cushion Cover Vera Frogley (b.? ...Vera Frogley was the donor's son-in-law's mother.Cream linen made up cushion cover with surface stitchery. A cottage with fence and gate posts, roses, hollyhocks, daisies. Birds and clouds in the sky.embroidery, surface stitchery, dolly varden -
Embroiderers Guild, VictoriaTextile - Mat
... Pink silk damask centre embroidered with flowers, birds and animals. Cream silk border edged in gold metal thread. ...Embroiderers Guild, Victoria 170 Wattletree Road Malvern melbourne Textiles Mats Silk Embroidery Oriental China Pink silk damask centre embroidered with flowers, birds and animals. Cream silk border edged in gold metal thread. ...Pink silk damask centre embroidered with flowers, birds and animals. Cream silk border edged in gold metal thread. Backed with blue cotton.textiles, mats, silk embroidery, oriental, china -
Federation University Art CollectionWork on paper, [Frottage ], c2002
... Framed frottage featuring a man, antelope and bird. If you can assist with information on this artist or artwork please use the email link below right. ...Federation University Art Collection Artworks are displayed at Federation University Australia campuses at Ballarat, Gippsland (Churchill), Stawell and Horsham. goldfields frottage shenzhen Polytechnic available Shenzhen Polytechnic Framed frottage featuring a man, antelope and bird. If you can assist with information on this artist or artwork please use the email link below right. ...Framed frottage featuring a man, antelope and bird. If you can assist with information on this artist or artwork please use the email link below right. Shenzhen Polytechnicfrottage, shenzhen polytechnic, available -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Document, Birds of the City of Nunawading area, 1961
... Listing of birds to be found in Nunawading in 1961 and an indication of those breeding at that time. ...Whitehorse Historical Society Inc. 2-10 Deep Creek Road Mitcham melbourne nunawading birds tarr h.e. Listing of birds to be found in Nunawading in 1961 and an indication of those breeding at that time. ...Listing of birds to be found in Nunawading in 1961 and an indication of those breeding at that time. Latest entry 2/12/1963. Compiled by H.E. Tarr, R.A.O.U.nunawading, birds, tarr, h.e. -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.Pamphlet, Blackburn Creeklands, 1/08/1990 12:00:00 AM
... Sympathetic treatment of creek banks and preservation and regeneration of bushland will encourage wildlife, development of wetlands has encouraged water birds, provision of play equipment...Whitehorse Historical Society Inc. 2-10 Deep Creek Road Mitcham melbourne parks and reserves blacks walk kalang park furness park city of nunawading melbourne and metropolitan board of works middleborough road blackburn pakenham street blackburn road gardiners creek laburnum primary school no. 4863 Sympathetic treatment of creek banks and preservation and regeneration of bushland will encourage wildlife Sympathetic treatment of creek banks and preservation and regeneration of bushland will encourage wildlife, development of wetlands has encouraged water birds, provision of play equipment Blackburn Creeklands Pamphlet Pamphlet ...Sympathetic treatment of creek banks and preservation and regeneration of bushland will encourage wildlifeSympathetic treatment of creek banks and preservation and regeneration of bushland will encourage wildlife, development of wetlands has encouraged water birds, provision of play equipmentSympathetic treatment of creek banks and preservation and regeneration of bushland will encourage wildlifeparks and reserves, blacks walk, kalang park, furness park, city of nunawading, melbourne and metropolitan board of works, middleborough road, blackburn, pakenham street, blackburn road, gardiners creek, laburnum primary school no. 4863 -
Tennis AustraliaShuttlecock, Circa 1870
... Materials: Velvet, Bird feather, Leather, Cloth tape, Glue...Materials: Velvet, Bird feather, Leather, Cloth tape, Glue Shuttlecock ...Large shuttlecock with natural feathers and weight covered with hide, velvet and cloth tape. Materials: Velvet, Bird feather, Leather, Cloth tape, Gluetennis -
Embroiderers Guild, VictoriaContainer - Stumpwork Cabinet, Jean Fletcher, 1990's
... It is covered in raised embroidery depicting native birds and flowers....It is covered in raised embroidery depicting native birds and flowers. Container Stumpwork Cabinet Jean Fletcher ...Box was presented to the Guild after Jean's death, by her husband, who constructed the box.Tall green fabric box with 2 doors which open to show a number of drawers. It is covered in raised embroidery depicting native birds and flowers.embroidery, boxes, 1980-2000, stumpwork, australia -
Moorabbin Air MuseumBook - Helicopters: Military, Civilian and Rescue Rotorcraft, Robert Jackson
... Front, White with red corner, UH-60 Helicopter side and birds eye view illustration. Back, red ...Front, White with red corner, UH-60 Helicopter side and birds eye view illustration. Back, red Helicopters: Military, Civilian and Rescue Rotorcraft Book Helicopters: Military, Civilian and Rescue Rotorcraft Robert Jackson Grange Books ...A comprehensive guide to Helicopters and their general statistics and data. Each entry has photography, a summery and a list of attributes including size speed and range.Wide Book with dust jacket. Front, White with red corner, UH-60 Helicopter side and birds eye view illustration. Back, red A comprehensive guide to Helicopters and their general statistics and data. Each entry has photography, a summery and a list of attributes including size speed and range.helicopter -
The Beechworth Burke MuseumAnimal specimen - Red Wattle Bird, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-1880
... ...bird...The red wattlebird is a passerine bird native to southern Australia. Measuring 33–37 cm (13–14.5 inches) in length, it ranks as the second-largest species among Australian honeyeaters. ...Animal specimen Red Wattle Bird Trustees of the Australian Museum Burke Museum Committee ...The red wattlebird is a passerine bird native to southern Australia. Measuring 33–37 cm (13–14.5 inches) in length, it ranks as the second-largest species among Australian honeyeaters. The species was first described by John White in 1790, and three subspecies are currently recognised. The red wattlebird is found across southeast Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and southwest Western Australia, inhabiting open forests, woodlands, and urban gardens or parks. Known for its loud and conspicuous presence, the red wattlebird primarily forages in trees, although it occasionally searches for food on the ground. As one of the world's largest nectar-feeding birds, it consumes nectar from a wide variety of flowering plants, supplementing its diet with insects. Territorial and sometimes aggressive, it defends rich nectar sources from other bird species. Breeding occurs throughout its range, with the species constructing cup-shaped nests in trees and raising one or two broods annually. Despite localized declines due to habitat loss, the red wattlebird is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This specimen was falsely identified as a yellow wattlebird in original catalogue records and is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.The red wattlebird has predominantly grey-brown plumage, featuring red eyes, pale pinkish-red wattles on each side of the neck, white streaking on the chest, and a prominent yellow patch on the lower belly. Swing-tag: 58a. / Wattled - Honeyeater / See catalogue page 18taxidermy mount, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, beechworth, australian museum, skin, bird, yellow wattlebird, tasmanian wattlebird, anthochaera paradoxa, australian birds, wattlebird, red wattlebird -
The Beechworth Burke MuseumAnimal specimen - Brown Quail, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1860-80
... Young birds are like adult females, with less distinct markings and a dark brown eye....Young birds are like adult females, with less distinct markings and a dark brown eye. ...This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century. Like many species of quail, the Brown Quail is often difficult to see, as it inhabits rank, overgrown grassy areas, often in damp, low-lying patches beside wetlands. They are difficult to flush from this cover, preferring to squat among the grass or run quickly off through the vegetation rather than fly off. As is the case with many species that inhabit dense habitats, the Brown Quail may be heard more often than it is seen, with its characteristically mournful two-note call whistle often heard at dawn and dusk. The Brown Quail is found across northern and eastern Australia, from the Kimberley region in Western Australia to Victoria and Tasmania, as well as in south-western Australia. It is also found in Papua New Guinea and Indonesia, and has been introduced to New Zealand. The Brown Quail feeds in the early morning or evening, on the ground, mainly on seeds and green shoots, but also on insects. In some area, quails will readily cross roads and may be seen feeding along roadsides.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century. The Brown Quail is a small, plump ground-dwelling bird. It is variable in colour, ranging from red brown to grey brown with fine white streaks and black barring above, and chestnut brown below. The eye is red to yellow, the bill black and the legs and feet orange-yellow. In Tasmania, this species is called the Swamp Quail and tends to be larger and darker than mainland birds, with a pale yellow eye. Female Brown Quails are larger and may be more heavily marked with black and paler below than males. Young birds are like adult females, with less distinct markings and a dark brown eye.Label: 33. / Swamp Quail / See Catalogue, page 30 / Mount: 09/taxidermy, quail, brown quail, taxidermy bird, burke museum taxidermy -
The Beechworth Burke MuseumAnimal specimen - Regent Parrot, Trustees of the Australian Museum, 1880-1860
... ...bird...Though the populations are widely separated, the birds of each region do not appear especially different, one being a little duller than the other. ...Though the populations are widely separated, the birds of each region do not appear especially different, one being a little duller than the other. ...This specimen is part of a collection of almost 200 animal specimens that were originally acquired as skins from various institutions across Australia, including the Australian Museum in Sydney and the National Museum of Victoria (known as Museums Victoria since 1983), as well as individuals such as amateur anthropologist Reynell Eveleigh Johns between 1860-1880. These skins were then mounted by members of the Burke Museum Committee and put-on display in the formal space of the Museum’s original exhibition hall where they continue to be on display. This display of taxidermy mounts initially served to instruct visitors to the Burke Museum of the natural world around them, today it serves as an insight into the collecting habits of the 19th century. The Regent Parrot has two separate populations separated by the Nullarbor Plain: one in the Mallee regions of eastern Australia, and the other in the Wheatbelt region of southern Western Australia. Though the populations are widely separated, the birds of each region do not appear especially different, one being a little duller than the other. There are, however, other differences between the two populations, especially in how they have fared: eastern populations are endangered, while the western population is thought to be increasing. The Regent Parrot eats seeds of grasses and plants and cereal crops, especially wheat. It also eats buds and flowers, insect larvae, psyllids and lerps. It forages in pairs or small parties, usually on the ground, but also in the canopy of trees or in spilled grain on the ground. The Regent parrot is endangered in NSW and Vulnerable in VIC This Particular specimen has been mounted correctly.This specimen is part of a significant and rare taxidermy mount collection in the Burke Museum. This collection is scientifically and culturally important for reminding us of how science continues to shape our understanding of the modern world. They demonstrate a capacity to hold evidence of how Australia’s fauna history existed in the past and are potentially important for future environmental research. This collection continues to be on display in the Museum and has become a key part to interpreting the collecting habits of the 19th century.A slim parrot with a long, dusky tapering tail and back-swept wings. It is mostly yellow, with blue-black wings and tail. There is a prominent yellow shoulder patch and red patches in the wings. The bill is deep pink. It is mounted on a thin wooden branch that is attached to a wooden mount with the scientific name located Label: T.L. 430MM / W.S. 540MM / WT. 200GMS / SEX [female symbol] Mount: Polytelis / Anthopeplus / Regent Parrot taxidermy mount, regent parrot, taxidermy, animalia, burke museum, bird, parrot -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionPainting, Elizabeth King, On the Edge, 2004
... Centre area in blues and greens featuring two birds, painted in black with red and ochre bandings....Centre area in blues and greens featuring two birds, painted in black with red and ochre bandings. ...Exhibited by the artist at the Wood, Wine & Roses Festival, Heywood, 2004.Aunty Betty King was a Kerrup Jmara Elder from Portland. She was the great grand-daughter of King Billy of Yigar. Aunty Betty cared deeply about Nyamat Mirring and Country. A staunch activist and long-time advisor to the Friends of the Earth, Aunty Betty King and Sandra Onus worked together to fight against the logging of native forest in the Cobboboonnee taking part in protests and meetings.Acrylic paint on canvas depicting birds and fish, water lilies and other vegetation, and stylised designs associated with early settlement of Aboriginal people in the Portland/Glenelg wetland area. Black painted border with white dot pathways, a circle of white dots in each of the four corners. Centre area in blues and greens featuring two birds, painted in black with red and ochre bandings.Front: nilgunditjmara, first nations, nyamat mirring, glenelg shire cultural collection, portland, female artist, female artists, heywood -
Embroiderers Guild, VictoriaFunctional object - Qing Dynasty Chinese Rank Badge Bag, 19 th C
... The civil rank badges feature birds for identification, and the military utilize animals, both real and mythological. ...Central panel has a bird with wings outstretched. Metal thread is used to attach to green Peking glass handles. ...The civil rank badges feature birds for identification, and the military utilize animals, both real and mythological. ...During the late 19th and early 20th century, the badges were prized collector items for wives of western diplomats stationed in Peking or Shanghai, and missionaries throughout China. The western collectors in old China not only framed the beautiful badges and hung them on walls, thus preserving them for future generations, but made evening purses of them. They put them under glass-covered serving trays, made decorative boxes adorned by them, and other imaginative items. They were most innovative with the regal badges that had been displayed with great pride by mandarin on the black silk surcoats worn over the colorful dragon robes on all official occasions in the court of the last emperors and empresses of China. Two groups of men achieved badges, civil and military. Each category had nine ranks. The civil rank badges feature birds for identification, and the military utilize animals, both real and mythological. The first civil examination was generally taken at approximately age 18. Those who passed were awarded the Flower of Talent or Hsiu-ts’ai title and were entitled to wear the ninth rank badge, the Paradise Flycatcher. This would be equivalent to receiving our Bachelor of Arts degree.Silk embroidery on silk fabric. Originally a Chinese Civil Rank Badge, repurposed into a bag. Satin stitch and metallic thread couching. Embroidery in pale mauve, aqua, blue and cream. Central panel has a bird with wings outstretched. Metal thread is used to attach to green Peking glass handles. Internal lining is degraded teal silk. -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.Photographs, Early 20th Century
... Also some photographs of penguins and mutton birds. Donated by Terry Watchorn. In reference to 288-17. ...29 Photographs and Brochures of Tourist Buses, penguins and mutton birds. 288-01. Photograph of Herb Watchorn, driver, outside the bus. 288-02. ...Also some photographs of penguins and mutton birds. Donated by Terry Watchorn. In reference to 288-17. ...A collection of 27 photographs and 2 brochures of Tourists buses used during the 1930's to 1950's on Phillip Island. Also some photographs of penguins and mutton birds. Donated by Terry Watchorn. In reference to 288-17. A post on Facebook relating to this photo in Feb 2019 by Gwyneth Myers said “ there are some wonderful Knights restored amongst the Willy’s Car Club members”29 Photographs and Brochures of Tourist Buses, penguins and mutton birds. 288-01. Photograph of Herb Watchorn, driver, outside the bus. 288-02. Photograph of a new Ford Bus 1938. 288-03. Photograph of Herb Watchorn with a Mutton Bird. 288-04. Photograph of a 1946 Ford Car, new sheds with cars and house in Cowes. 288-05. Photograph of Elizabeth, Mary, Patricia and Herbet Watchorn outside Cora Lynn Guest House. 288-06. Photograph of a Chev Tourist Bus outside the Isle of Wight Hotel in Cowes. April 1935. Herb Watchorn & another man. 288-07. Photograph of a Tourist bus and passengers with a Bullock Team passing by. 1936. 288-08. Photograph of the Phillip Island Tourist Bus - "EY" Ford - used on the Dandenong Run. 288-09. Photograph of three 1946 Ford Buses, an Indiana Bus and a Chev. 288-10. Photograph of a Chevrolet bus 1934. 288-11. Photograph of a Ford Bus 1953. 288-12. Photograph of Herb Watchorn and Willys Knight Car. 288-13. Photograph of five buses - Chev, Indiana & Ford Buses. 288-14. Photograph of a Chev bus and passengers on the San Remo-Newhaven Punt. 1934. 288-15. Photograph of Herb Watchorn with a penguin. 288-16. Photograph of Bern Denham with a penguin. 288-17. Photograph of Willy's Knight at The Nobbies and a group of people. 288-18. Photograph of Herb Watchorn, passengers and Hudson at The Nobbies. 288-19. Photograph of a Chev Bus and passengers in the Esplanade, Cowes ? 288-20. Photograph of Herb Watchorn with passengers outside a bus. 288-21. Photograph of Bern Denham with a penguin. 288-22. Photograph of a penguin with young. 288-23. Photograph of Bern Denham with a penguin. 288-24. Photograph of Willys-Knight Sedan Car Service Tours and Price List. 288-25. Photograph of Bern Denham with a mutton bird. 288-26. Photograph of 3 Ford, an Indiana and Chev Buses in Cowes. 288-27. Photograph of Herb Watchorn outside a Ford Bus in front of The Isle of Wight Hotel - Feb 1941. 288-28. Photograph of a Chev Tourist Bus - Phillip Island Tourist Service Cowes - at the Cowes Pier. 1947. 288-29. Photograph of the Cowes - Dandenong Road Service Brochure. A Koala on one side and map on the other.All as above.tourist buses on phillip island, herb watchorn, wildlife - penguins, wildlife - mutton birds, bern denham, watchorn family, terry watchorn -
Warrnambool and District Historical Society Inc.Poster, Poster for Robert Ulman exhibition, 1982
... The page has a sketch of three birds with Robert Ulmann’s signature underneath. ...The page has a sketch of three birds with Robert Ulmann’s signature underneath. ...This is a poster advertising an art exhibition by the Warrnambool artist, Robert Ulmann. The exhibition was held in the Naringal Hall in November/December 1982. Robert Ulmann (1927-1999) was born in Zurich, Switzerland where he studied sculpture and painting. After living in Canada for some time he came to Australia in 1969. From 1970 to 1972 he was employed by the Northern Territory Administration as a manual arts instructor to the aboriginal people of Docker River west of Uluru. He exhibited extensively in city and regional galleries and won numerous awards for his artistic works. His love of wildlife extended to his interest in the Southern Right Whale and he was greatly responsible for publicizing the annual appearance of the whales at Logans Beach in Warrnambool and protecting their environment. His studio in Warrnambool is still visited by many tourists. This poster is of interest as it concerns an art exhibition of the work of Robert Ulmann, a well-known Warrnambool artist of the 20th century. This is a sheet of white paper with black edging. It is an advertisement for a Robert Ulmann Art Exhibition. The page has a sketch of three birds with Robert Ulmann’s signature underneath. robert ulmann, history of warrnambool -
Bendigo Military MuseumUniform - BADGE, Est 1939-43
... Badge, metal, small black crown and small black bird wings outstretched. Both affixed to a metal plate via 3 small bolts with nuts....Badges military RAAF Badge, metal, small black crown and small black bird wings outstretched. Both affixed to a metal plate via 3 small bolts with nuts. ...Belonged to David Andrew No 400247 RAAF, KIA 5.4.43. Refer 2084, 2085, 2091.Badge, metal, small black crown and small black bird wings outstretched. Both affixed to a metal plate via 3 small bolts with nuts.badges, military, raaf -
Phillip Island and District Historical Society Inc.Photograph - Post Card, 1950's
... The Nobbies. 2. Birds on the Island....Donated by Rhonda Paris the nobbies phillip island wildlife - birds nesting birds phillip island rhonda paris life boat "This is the way to enjoy life at Cowes" "Life up the Motor Boat and you will see some of the views that have appealed to me". ...Novelty Postcard with flap opening to two photos. Donated by Rhonda ParisNovelty Coloured postcard of motor boat loaded with passengers. Flap opens up to two Black & White photographs - 1. The Nobbies. 2. Birds on the Island."This is the way to enjoy life at Cowes" "Life up the Motor Boat and you will see some of the views that have appealed to me".the nobbies phillip island, wildlife - birds, nesting birds phillip island, rhonda paris, life boat
