| Place | Oceania: Australia, New South Wales, Sydney |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | ART25198 |
| Collection type | Art |
| Measurement | sheet: 31.8 x 38.4 cm; image: 28.5 x 38.4 cm |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | pen and ink, watercolour on paper |
| Maker |
Rafty, Tony |
| Place made | Australia: New South Wales, Sydney |
| Date made | 1945 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
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Arrival of the Duke of Gloucester (Mr Ross Wood (Fox Movietone Cameraman) and Petty Officer Alex Stewart)
Description
Arrival of the Duke of Gloucester. HRH The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester approaching Man O' War Steps, Sydney Harbour, in the Admiral's Barge. A British cruiser lies in the roadstead surrounded by all types of craft loaded with cheering crowds as the barge sped to the wharf. In the foreground are Mr. Ross Wood, Fox Movietown cameraman and Petty Officer Alex Stewart. Naval ratings from the guard, Sydney.