Entrance to Government House, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia ca. 1868-1870
By Remembering the Past Australia / August 12, 2020 / Australia / 0 Comments
Place:
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Date:
ca. 1868-1870
Historical Information:
This image is part of the Colonial Office photographic collection held at The National Archives UK.
Government House is an iconic sandstone building on the western shore of Hobart and is the official residence of the Governor of Tasmania. Under the command of architect William Pordon Kay, construction of the Tudor-Gothic building began in 1855 and took two years to complete.
Description:
Showing the Entrance to Government House in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. Scratch marks from carriages wheels can be seen on the driveway. Original photo taken ca. 1868-1870.
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