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Vessels underway in Sydney Harbour with Fort Denison in the background
Vessels underway in Sydney Harbour with Fort Denison in the background

Vessels underway in Sydney Harbour with Fort Denison in the background

Photographer (Australian, 1877 - 1951)
Datec 1890
Object numberANMS1092[262]
NameGlass plate negative
MediumEmulsion on glass
ClassificationsPhotographs
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Mr and Mrs Glassford
Significance.The Hall photographic collection provides an important pictorial record of recreational boating in Sydney Harbour from the 1890s to the 1930s. The collection documents the lively sailing scene in Sydney during this period and features images of vessels ranging from large racing and cruising yachts to the great array of skiffs and the emerging technologies of motorboats. Images of many of Sydney Harbour's historic sailing clubs and events are also included in this visual record.