Summary
Section of lead flashing from the Royal Exhibition Building roof, removed during the building's restoration in the late 1980s - early 1990s.
Physical Description
Rectangular piece of lead with three raised sides and a hole through the centre. Two sides have a small section cut out. Attached to the underside is an octagonal sheet of lead with a hole in the centre. Dents, flaking paint, dirt and some rust are on the surface. White, powder-like residue on surface.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Trustees of the Royal Exhibition Building (REB), 1996
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Place & Date Used
Royal Exhibition Building (REB), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1880-1990
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Classification
Royal exhibition building, Building & infrastructure, Roofing
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Type of item
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Object Measurements
185 mm (Length), 160 mm (Width), 50 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Royal Exhibition Building: Restoration, Royal Exhibition Building, Landmarks, Lead, Roofing
