Furphy Water Cart, circa 1900

Historical information

Early Australian water cartage system, used originally in agricultural areas, later in theatres of war.

Significance

Iconic Australian company who pioneered agricultural equipment.

Physical description

Water cart invented by John Furphy, who attended Andrew Ross's school between 1851 and 1855, and manufactured by the Furphy Foundry.

Inscriptions & markings

Typical 'Good better best' and other words.

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