Author: Anthony Hill
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Antique Furniture in Australia
Author: Anthony Hill
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Australian Antiques
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
Art in Australia
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
A Guide to Buying Antiques in Australia
Author: Toby Hooper
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
The stories of six ballets, including "Swan Lake," "Sleeping Beauty," and "Firebird."
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
The stories of six ballets, including "Swan Lake," "Sleeping Beauty," and "Firebird."
Australian Furniture
Author: Kevin Fahy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780646229997
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 527
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780646229997
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 527
Book Description
Francis de Groot
Author: Andrew Moore
Publisher: Federation Press
ISBN: 9781862875739
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Saturday, 19 March 1932, the day of the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, one of the most significant occasions in the history of the city of Sydney. The public mood, however, was apprehensive more than it was festive. As one senior journalist later reflected, 'the city was jumpy, jumpy as I've never known it since'. For one thing, the leader of the right-wing New Guard had vowed that Premier Lang would not open the Bridge. The police and security authorities were concerned that the New Guard might kidnap the premier, and stage a coup d'etat. All eyes scanned the horizon, awaiting the approach of an angry right-wing mob.Into these confused and tense circumstances rode a lone horseman, wielding an ex-cavalry sword. He was Captain Francis De Groot, a former Hussar and Irishman- also a senior member of the New Guard. Slashing the ribbon with his sword he declared the Sydney Harbour Bridge open 'in the name of the decent and respectable people of New South Wales'.Relying upon hitherto unused archival material, as well as manuscripts found in Ireland, Andrew Moore tells the story of the Bridge opening in all its colourful detail. This sheds fresh light on the bizarre circumstances that had brought New South Wales to the brink of civil war.Irish Fascist. Australian Legend is also the first biography to be published of Francis De Groot. The handsome, enigmatic Irishman grew up in Dublin, a member of an elite Irish Huguenot family. Prior to World War One he worked as a merchant seaman, coal lumper and antique dealer. After serving on the Western Front, he returned to Sydney to manufacture reproduction furniture of the finest quality.Captain De Groot became part of Australian folklore for his part in the Harbour Bridge opening. Yet, through furniture and antiques, his contribution to the cultural life of his adopted city and country was as profound as his celebrated role in opening Sydney's famous 'Coathanger'.Shortlisted for THE STATE RECORDS NSW - JOHN AND PATRICIA WARD HISTORY PRIZE 2006 (New South Wales Premier' s History Awards). A NSW Sesquicentenary of Responsible Government publication.
Publisher: Federation Press
ISBN: 9781862875739
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Saturday, 19 March 1932, the day of the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, one of the most significant occasions in the history of the city of Sydney. The public mood, however, was apprehensive more than it was festive. As one senior journalist later reflected, 'the city was jumpy, jumpy as I've never known it since'. For one thing, the leader of the right-wing New Guard had vowed that Premier Lang would not open the Bridge. The police and security authorities were concerned that the New Guard might kidnap the premier, and stage a coup d'etat. All eyes scanned the horizon, awaiting the approach of an angry right-wing mob.Into these confused and tense circumstances rode a lone horseman, wielding an ex-cavalry sword. He was Captain Francis De Groot, a former Hussar and Irishman- also a senior member of the New Guard. Slashing the ribbon with his sword he declared the Sydney Harbour Bridge open 'in the name of the decent and respectable people of New South Wales'.Relying upon hitherto unused archival material, as well as manuscripts found in Ireland, Andrew Moore tells the story of the Bridge opening in all its colourful detail. This sheds fresh light on the bizarre circumstances that had brought New South Wales to the brink of civil war.Irish Fascist. Australian Legend is also the first biography to be published of Francis De Groot. The handsome, enigmatic Irishman grew up in Dublin, a member of an elite Irish Huguenot family. Prior to World War One he worked as a merchant seaman, coal lumper and antique dealer. After serving on the Western Front, he returned to Sydney to manufacture reproduction furniture of the finest quality.Captain De Groot became part of Australian folklore for his part in the Harbour Bridge opening. Yet, through furniture and antiques, his contribution to the cultural life of his adopted city and country was as profound as his celebrated role in opening Sydney's famous 'Coathanger'.Shortlisted for THE STATE RECORDS NSW - JOHN AND PATRICIA WARD HISTORY PRIZE 2006 (New South Wales Premier' s History Awards). A NSW Sesquicentenary of Responsible Government publication.
Antique Furniture in Australia
Author: Anthony Hill
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780140179101
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Updated and revised guide to buying and restoring Australian antique furniture, first published in 1985. Chapters deal with identification of styles and periods, terms and definitions, timbers used and repairing and renovating old furniture. Antiques from the 1600-1930 period are identified by the author, who previously wrote 'The Bunbunyists'. A furniture glossary, a select bibliography and an index are included.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780140179101
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Updated and revised guide to buying and restoring Australian antique furniture, first published in 1985. Chapters deal with identification of styles and periods, terms and definitions, timbers used and repairing and renovating old furniture. Antiques from the 1600-1930 period are identified by the author, who previously wrote 'The Bunbunyists'. A furniture glossary, a select bibliography and an index are included.
The Connoisseur
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
Fodor's Australia
Author: Margaret Kelly
Publisher: Fodors Travel Publications
ISBN: 1400008573
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 762
Book Description
Examines the cultural attractions of Vienna, Salzburg, and other areas of Austria and offers tips on accommodations, restaurants, walking and driving tours, sightseeing, shopping, and seasonal festivals and events
Publisher: Fodors Travel Publications
ISBN: 1400008573
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 762
Book Description
Examines the cultural attractions of Vienna, Salzburg, and other areas of Austria and offers tips on accommodations, restaurants, walking and driving tours, sightseeing, shopping, and seasonal festivals and events
Fodor's Australia
Author: Fodor's Travel Guides
Publisher: Fodor's Travel
ISBN: 0804142483
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 1543
Book Description
Fodor's correspondents highlight the best of Australia, including the glamorous beaches outside Sydney, the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, and the rugged beauty of the Outback. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it’s your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Tasmania to Western Australia PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on food, wine, and Aboriginal art VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your trip
Publisher: Fodor's Travel
ISBN: 0804142483
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 1543
Book Description
Fodor's correspondents highlight the best of Australia, including the glamorous beaches outside Sydney, the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, and the rugged beauty of the Outback. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it’s your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Tasmania to Western Australia PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on food, wine, and Aboriginal art VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your trip