An illuminated address presented 'To H. Basford Esq. On behalf of the Presbyterian Church of Murray Bridge and Monarto', December 1916

[River Murray]

Beschreibung

An attractive calligraphic testimonial (visible image size 390 × 260 mm, in blue ink on a two-tone blue background within a decorative gilt border) was signed by nine senior members of the congregation, and presented to the outgoing Honorary Secretary. It is surmounted by a large ornamental scroll, a mass of wattle blossom and a large vignette illustration of a paddle steamer towing a heavily-laden barge on the River Murray. The copious amounts of dirty smoke belching forth are starkly realistic - an unexpected bonus on an otherwise routine production. The work is signed 'Niehuus & Lucy, Adelaide'; we are unsure when they commenced work together, but the partnership was dissolved four months after this commission was completed. Minimal foxing and light surface blemishes do not detract from this charming period piece, recently mounted and matted ready for framing. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 98784

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