Name/TitleExhibition Building, Melbourne : lake in foreground, c. 1895
About this objectThis photograph of the Exhibition Building is taken from the south-east, across the ornamental lake to the building with its garden beds and path in front. The buildings are reflected in the water.
One of the many glass slides purchased from retailers or specifically made for illustrated lectures given by Isaac Selby between c. 1930 and c. 1955 to raise money for the Old Pioneers Memorial Fund.
Selby gave a lecture on "Melbourne Exhibitions" on August 10th, 1932 at the public library. He also spoke at Independent Hall, Collins Street, on "Great Exhibitions of the World - with a plea for one at the Centenary of Victoria", July 5th 1949.
For more information about this image contact Royal Historical Society of Victoria.
MakerCooper, William H. (photographer)
Maker RoleSlide Maker
Inscription and MarksInscribed ; "Exhibition Building"
Measurements8.2 x 8.2 cm
Period1890-1900
Object TypeGlass slide
Subject and Association KeywordsSelby, Isaac, 1859-1956
Subject and Association KeywordsRoyal Exhibition Building (Melbourne, Vic.)
Subject and Association KeywordsHistoric buildings and sites
Subject and Association KeywordsCarlton (Vic.)
Named CollectionImages collection
Object numberGS-BCS-8.001
Copyright LicenceAll rights reserved