Summary
Cloud Camera erected in grounds of Melbourne Observatory, circa 1896. One of a pair of cloud cameras located at Melbourne Observatory and Parliament House to measure the height and velocity of clouds. Part of an international project of the International Meteorological Commission. Astronomer's Residence in the background.
Description of Content
Cloud Camera Astronomer's residence.
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Place & Date Depicted
Melbourne Observatory, Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1896
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Format
Glass Negative, Black & White
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References
[Article] Baracchi, Pietro P. 1898. Cloud Observations in Victoria. Report of the Australasian Association for the Advancement of Science. 7: 259-265.
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Keywords
Cameras, Meteorological Apparatus & Instruments, Meteorological Instruments, Observatories