Sydney Illustrated

Acquired From: Horden House

Colouring: Uncoloured

Condition: Fair

Dealers ID No.: ref: (a) 2980552, (b) 3101987 (c) 2908506 (d) 298505

Description: John Skinner Prout arrived in Sydney from England in 1840, bringing with him a lithographic press. This innovative technology enabled him to establish the "J. S. Prout and Co. Australian Lithographic Establishment." Between 1842 and 1844, Prout produced a series of lithographs capturing the early essence of Sydney, including four notable works: n1. New Government House, Sydney: An idyllic view of Government House seen across Farm Cove, from the Botanical Gardens.n2. Port Jackson from Dawes' Battery: A view of Sydney Harbour from Dawes Point, showcasing the rolling hills of the Northshore, Fort Macquarie in the middle ground and Government House to the right.n3. View of Sydney: A scene from the Botanic Gardens looking across Woolloomooloo towards Potts Point and Garden Island.n4. Sydney Cove: A view of Sydney Cove.nProut's lithographs were some of the earliest visual records of Sydney's development, offering a glimpse into the citys early years.

First published: Sydney Illustrated, Sydney: J.S. Prout and Co. Australian Lithographic Establishment,1842

Image Size (cm): 29.5×18.5

Mapmaker: Prout, John Skinner (1805-1876)

Notes: Yes

Price: (a) A1750 (b) A1850 (c) A1500 (d) 2250

Primary Category: Prints & Related Material

Purchase Reference: Hard copy

Sheet size (cm): 29.5×18.5

Technique: Lithograph

This state: 1842

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