Summary
One of nine photographs taken by Robert Cutting on 25 April 2010 of the Newmarket Saleyards. These photographs were commissioned by the Kensington Community Group for use in preparation for the 150th Anniversary of the Newmarket Saleyards to be celebrated in 2011. The photographs document the Newmarket site from a current (2010) perspective.
Description of Content
Image of Newmarket Saleyards featuring detail of the covered walkways running between the stock pens where auctioneers stood and conducted sales.
Physical Description
Colour digital photograph.
Significance
These photographs document were commissioned in preparation for the 150th anniversary in 2011 to be used as a tool to educate, acknowledge and promote the historical significance of the Newmarket Saleyards to the local community and media.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Robert Cutting, Nov 2010
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Place Depicted
Newmarket Saleyards, Newmarket, Victoria, Australia, 25 Apr 2010
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Photographer
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Commissioned By
Kensington Community Group, Newmarket, Victoria, Australia, 25 Apr 2010
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Format
Digital Photograph, Colour
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Keywords
Agricultural Workers, Agriculture, Artworks, Dogs, Farm Animals, Farming Methods, Markets, Urban Landscapes, Making History - Newmarket Saleyards
