Summary

Framed photograph of the erection of the Great Melbourne Telescope at Melbourne Observatory, in early 1869.

The photograph celebrates the important work of installing this telescope in Melbourne for scientific research.

A team of 14 male workers surround the telescope. The Great Melbourne Telescope building is not yet fully constructed in this image, nor is the telescope ready to use yet.

Description of Content

Fourteen male workers standing in front of, beside, behind and on a large telescope being installed onto the telescope base. This all sits on a brick foundation with wooden bearers. The building surrounds are not yet completely built. Trees and another building are visible in the background.

Physical Description

Photograph mounted on buff paper or card, with red border around it. Originally framed (frame removed for storage and preservation reasons).

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