Historical information

Michael Forrester b.1866 Branxholme,Victoria,d.1945 age 79 years. Buried Quambatook,he was the 8th of 10 children of parents, Pat and Johanna Forrester, both buried at Wycheproof. A bachelor farmer, Michael worked on the selection property at East Towaninnie.He and his unmarried sister, Ellen Forrester, inherited some of the parents' land, sold it and lived out their final years at Quambatook.
Typical of many early local residents,Michael was born into a large family and did not move far from his beginnings. Farming and family was his life.

Significance

This photograph is of Michael Forrester a local member of the community who spent most of his adult life in the area.

Physical description

Large glass framed 'Heirloom' photo reproduced from a 1940 photo- ornate and oval framed.Coloured formal photo with bronze attachment with words, "portrayed by the artist in a manner and quality befitting work to be passed on to future genertions as a priceless heirloom.Workmanship and materials guaranteed."

Inscriptions & markings

Heirloom Product Style 37. F.L. Wirth Art Director. Price 5 Guineas.