Historical information

This postcard depicts Lake Kerferd during the winter season. With the photograph possibly been taken in the 1930s.

Significance

The postcard holds Historic significance due to its connection to Beechworth and its Lake Kerford. It demonstrates the interactions between nature and colonialists, especially how the lake is surrounded by man made fencing and roads. It also shows that there was frequent human interaction with the area, due to the small snow slopes where vehicles would travel across.

Physical description

Black and white rectangular postcard, printed on card.

Inscriptions & markings

Reverse:
56. / A03092 / 97.2205
POSTCARD / AUSTRALIA / KODAK
CORRESPONDENCE / ADDRESS ONLY / KODAK / AUSTRALIA
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