Historical information

From Mrs Helen Lindsay Mc Donald, family descendant.
Vida Goldstein was a strong advocate for women's rights and equality. She was the first woman to stand for parliament in the British Empire.

Physical description

Black and white studio photographic portrait of a woman in late 19th century dress. She is central in the photo, standing next to balustrade and greenery, and in the background is a painted backdrop.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: Front- Yeoman and Co 107 Swan Street, Richmond

Back- 'Vida Goldstein' - Printed in texta on stellotape.