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Portrait of a ram, possibly at the Royal Agricultural Show, Sydney
Portrait of a ram, possibly at the Royal Agricultural Show, Sydney

Portrait of a ram, possibly at the Royal Agricultural Show, Sydney

Photographer (Australian, 1877 - 1951)
Datec 1930
Object number00012705
NameGlass plate negative
MediumEmulsion on glass
ClassificationsPhotographs
Credit LineANMM Collection Transfer from the Mitchell Library
SignificanceThe Hall photographic collection provides an important pictorial record of Sydney from the 1890s to the 1930s. The collection mainly documents the lively sailing scene in Sydney during this period, however portraits and livestock photography are also included in this photographic collection. During his lifetime, William James Hall became known as one of the best livestock photographers and was in high demand during Sydney show season.