Lot 1033

Sale 127 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Australia's 150th Anniversary, Commemorative Salon Of Photography, Sydney, 1938, in silvered (64mm) (C.1938/4), by Amor, edge inscribed, 'H. Monroe Baker'. Toned extremely fine.

Probably the finest collection of photographic art ever presented in Australia to date was on display when the Australian Commemorative Salon of Photography was officially opened by Mr H.W.Whiddon, MLC, in the basement of the Commonwealth Bank Building in Martin Place, Sydney on 23March 1938. Photographers from 32 countries sent prints. The exhibition officially closed on 9 April 1938. H. Monroe Baker was a photographer from West Virginia, USA.

Estimate
$150
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$100

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