THE CAPTURE OF THE KELLY GANG, GLENROWAN, 1880s being the central illustration and theme of a very rare poster

Lot #719 - THE CAPTURE OF THE KELLY GANG, GLENROWAN, 1880s being the central illustration and theme of a very rare poster

Auction House:

Mossgreen
Sale Name:

Australian History
Sale Date:

11 Dec 2017 ~ 10am
Lot #:

719
Lot Description:

THE CAPTURE OF THE KELLY GANG, GLENROWAN, 1880s being the central illustration and theme of a very rare poster
issued for Murrell Brothers, Tea Merchants, Importers of High Class Teas, 498 George Street, Sydney. Lithographed in colours, circa 1880s; [Fuerth & Nall, Lith., Sydney]; 48 x 36.5cm.
Provenance:

The collection of James Fairfax AC.
Notes:

This could be the earliest depiction in poster form, of Ned Kelly after his capture. This is the only example of the poster we have seen.
Estimate:

A$3,500 - 4,000
Realised Price:

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Category:

Collectables

This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.