Summary
This trophy was awarded to the donor in 1980 by the Advance Australia Awards in recognition of her contribution to Fashion. According to a related newspaper article, it was awarded for her "outstanding contribution to the advancement and enrichment of Australia, its people and way of life."
It was probably awarded along with the medallion in the Museum's collection (SH 942247.)
Physical Description
Metal sculpture consisting of metal triangular tower topped with Advance Australia logo. Base covered in green felt. Plaque on one side showing text.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 21 Nov 1994
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Inscriptions
Engraved into plaque on side of trophy: Advance Australia Award/ Presented to/ Prue Acton/ For outstanding contribution/ in/ Fashion/ Year/ 1980
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overall dimensions
8 cm (Length), 7 cm (Width), 23 cm (Height)
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Awards, Clothing, Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Women's Clothing, Making History - Prue Acton
