Description
Early Australian Engravings: Facsimile Historical Plates by Artists and Engravers of the 1870s is a 1975 publication by Ure Smith, edited by Sydney Ure Smith. This work presents 14 high-quality facsimile reproductions of engravings originally featured in Edwin Carton Booth’s 1874–1876 series Australia, which was published in London by Virtue & Co
📚 About the Book
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Title: Early Australian Engravings: Facsimile Historical Plates by Artists and Engravers of the 1870s
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Editor: Sydney Ure Smith
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Publisher: Ure Smith
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Year: 1975
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Format: Softcover
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Dimensions: Approximately 38.5 x 28.0 cm
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Content: 14 black-and-white plates suitable for framing, each accompanied by a brief historical description
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ISBN: 9780725402785
The engravings showcase Australia’s colonial landscapes, architecture, and daily life, offering a visual record of the country’s development during the 19th century. This publication serves as both an art book and a historical document, appealing to collectors, historians, and those interested in Australian heritage.
🖼️ Sample Engravings
The collection includes notable works such as
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The Quay, Hobart Town
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Port Arthur, Tasmania
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The Grange, Adelaide
These pieces capture the architectural and natural beauty of Australia during the 1870s
