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Lot #1362a - Important 1843 Australian Political Banner

  • Auction House:
    Barsby Auctions
  • Sale Name:
    January 2020 Two Day Auction
  • Sale Date:
    18 Jan 2020 ~ 12noon (AEDT)
    19 Jan 2020 ~ 12noon (AEDT)
  • Lot #:
    1362a
  • Lot Description:
    Important 1843 Australian Political Banner
    Original 'Wentworth & Bland' banner in silk from 1843.
  • Provenance:
    By decent from the family of Dr Bland's domestic staff. Full details will be provided to successful bidder.
  • Notes:
    This banner was created for Australia's first 'national' political elections held on 15 June 1843. Wentworth and Bland successfully stood on a joint ticket for election to the two seats in the Sydney electorate. They campaigned using a white embroidered election banner with the slogan 'Australia's Hope and Sydney's Pride. The banner is in fair - poor condition, but is suitable conservation. It is being sold as is. A full report from International Conservation Services is available.
  • Estimate:
    A$5,000 - 10,000
  • 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.



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