Summary
Sepia image of five members of the Partington Family crossing a 'log bridge' over the Plenty River. The family lived at 'Willis Vale' and made the bridge in order to travel to neighbouring properties. Here they are on their way to the old Mitchell place to have a picnic. The man on the right is William James Partington. The image was originally processed by H.W Roisien of Richmond.
Description of Content
Sepia image of five people, two women and three men, posing on a log bridge over a small river. They are holding onto a wire strung across the river above the log for support. The two women are holding bouquets.
Physical Description
Sepia image.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
Sustainable Futures, Home & Community, Images & Image Making
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Gary Partington, 27 Jun 2008
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Person Depicted
William James Partington, Greensborough, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1885
Person on far right of bridge. -
Person Depicted
Charles Partington, Greensborough, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1885
Probably person depicted on left end. -
Person Depicted
Ellen Partington, Greensborough, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1885
Probably person depicted second from left. -
Other Association (See Comments)
Mr Robert Whatmough, Victoria, Australia
Robert Whatmough, the famous nurseryman from Willis Vale was the brother of Ellen Partington. -
Collector
Mr Gary Partington, Victoria, Australia
Gary Partington was the grandson of William James Partington and the last member of the family to be raised at 'Willis Vale'. -
Individuals Identified
Partington, William James (right)
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Format
Digital file, Sepia
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Inscriptions
Handwritten on reverse, blue pen: "Crossing over the Plenty River / Right - Will Partington".
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