Summary
Badge issued by Operative Painters and Decorators Union of Australia, 1980s
Made by A.J. Parkes
Andrew collected these badges over a fifteen year period during which he undertook much research in the field of Trade Union Material Culture, and had extensive contact with the Trade Union movement Australia wide.
Physical Description
Brass and enamel badge in the shape of a map of Australia, with a pin and clip on the reverse. At the centre is an artist's palette and brushes, areas of paint in blue, yellow and red enamel, palette in white enamel. Raised gold lettering above palette surrounded with green enamel. Raised lettering on the reverse.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Andrew Reeves, 29 Oct 1991
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Issued By
Operative Painters & Decorators Union of Australia, Australia, 1980-1989
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Manufacturer
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Inscriptions
Front: PAINTERS & DECORATORS UNION/OPERATIVE/OF AUST. Reverse: A.J. PARKES/PARXITE 77.
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
2.4 cm (Length), 2.1 cm (Width), 0.9 cm (Height)
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References
[Book] Smith, Gregory J. 1992. Emblems of Unity: Badges of Australia's Trade Unions., Badge 508, 197 Pages
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Keywords
Societies, Trade Unions, Working Life, Painters & Decorators, Badges
