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The Melbourne and Hobsons Bay Railway Companys Pier at Sandridge, near Melbourne, Australia (engraving)
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The Melbourne and Hobsons Bay Railway Companys Pier at Sandridge, near Melbourne, Australia (engraving)
1587876 The Melbourne and Hobsons Bay Railway Companys Pier at Sandridge, near Melbourne, Australia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Melbourne and Hobsons Bay Railway Companys Pier at Sandridge, near Melbourne, Australia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 October 1862.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22551016
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Docks Melbourne Pier Sandridge
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This engraving takes us back to 19th century Australia, specifically the Melbourne and Hobsons Bay Railway Company's Pier at Sandridge, near Melbourne. The image showcases a bustling maritime scene filled with ships docked at the pier. The artist from the English School beautifully captures the essence of this important transportation hub. The pier itself stands tall and sturdy, stretching out into Hobsons Bay. It serves as a gateway for trade and travel, connecting Melbourne to other parts of Australia and beyond. The intricate details in the engraving allow us to appreciate the architectural beauty of this historical structure. Looking closely, we can see people going about their daily activities on and around the pier. Sailors are busy unloading cargo from ships while others are seen conversing or simply enjoying their surroundings. This glimpse into everyday life during that era is truly fascinating. The Illustrated London News featured this illustration on October 18th, 1862, providing readers with an insight into distant lands like Australia. Today, it serves as a window into history for those who admire fine art prints. This print by Bridgeman Images transports us back in time to witness an important moment in Australian maritime history – when Sandridge Pier played a vital role in shaping trade and transport in Melbourne.
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