Delivering Letters in the Australian Bush, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Delivering Letters in the Australian Bush, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Delivering Letters in the Australian Bush, 1911. From "The Book of the Coronation". [Cassell and Company, Ltd. London, 1911]
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36328568
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Australia Australian Bush Cassell And Co Cassell Co Cassell Company Cassells Co Cassell Communication Delivering Delivery Father Fatherhood Horseman Horsemen Letter Mail News Outback Parent Pioneer Pioneers Post Postman Riders British Empire Cassell And Company Ltd
Delivering Letters in the Australian Bush,
EDITORS COMMENTS
1911, is a captivating photograph that offers a glimpse into the past of rural Australia during the early 1900s. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was published in "The Book of the Coronation" by Cassell and Company, Ltd. in London. The photograph depicts a horseman in the Australian outback, dressed in a hat and long-sleeved shirt, delivering letters to a group of people gathered around a house. The house, with its rustic design and thatched roof, is surrounded by the vast, arid landscape of the Australian bush. The scene is filled with a sense of community and connection, as the mail delivery is an essential means of communication in this remote location. The father figure in the photograph, with a child perched on his horse, represents the pioneering spirit of the Australian people, who braved the harsh conditions to build a life in the bush. The women, dressed in long skirts and aprons, watch attentively as the mail is distributed. They appear to be engaged in various activities, such as reading letters aloud to each other or tending to their children. The presence of multiple men in the photograph suggests a diverse community, with different professions and occupations. The photograph also highlights the importance of the mail delivery system in the British Empire, which connected people across vast distances and helped to maintain a sense of unity and connection. The image is a poignant reminder of the role that communication played in shaping the lives of people in rural Australia during this period. Overall, "Delivering Letters in the Australian Bush," 1911, is a beautiful and evocative image that captures the spirit of a bygone era.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.