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Australian Collection (#96)

"Unforgettable Moments in Australian History: From Olympic Solidarity to Iconic Landmarks and Wildlife" In 1968

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 35. Plate 9 Bombyx Vulnerans Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)

Page 35. Plate 9 Bombyx Vulnerans Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670882 Page 35. Plate 9 Bombyx Vulnerans Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 27. Plate 7 Cossuna Lewinii / Tinea Cossuna Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)

Page 27. Plate 7 Cossuna Lewinii / Tinea Cossuna Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching)
5670880 Page 27. Plate 7 Cossuna Lewinii / Tinea Cossuna Lewin, 1803-04 (hand-coloured etching) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); 20.6x15/7 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Opp. p. 84. Sydney Cove, Port Jackson. 1788, c. 1802 (w / c)

Opp. p. 84. Sydney Cove, Port Jackson. 1788, c. 1802 (w / c)
5670853 Opp. p. 84. Sydney Cove, Port Jackson. 1788, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Opp. p. 56. Botany Bay. Sirius & Convoy going in: Supply & Agents Division in

Opp. p. 56. Botany Bay. Sirius & Convoy going in: Supply & Agents Division in
5670850 Opp. p. 56. Botany Bay. Sirius & Convoy going in: Supply & Agents Division in the Bay. 21 Janry 1788, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Koala and young, 1803, (w / c & gouache)

Koala and young, 1803, (w / c & gouache)
5670748 Koala and young, 1803, (w/c & gouache) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: [Koala and young], 1803 / J.W)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 84. Pidgeon of Norfolk Island drawn by scale 1 / 2 the natural size

Page 84. Pidgeon of Norfolk Island drawn by scale 1 / 2 the natural size
5670726 Page 84. Pidgeon of Norfolk Island drawn by scale 1/2 the natural size. Iris doubtfull Norfolk Island PigeonAHemiphaga novaeseelandiae spadicea, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 80. Columba. above title in different hand May. Natural size Diamond Dove Geopelia

Page 80. Columba. above title in different hand May. Natural size Diamond Dove Geopelia
5670722 Page 80. Columba. above title in different hand May. Natural size Diamond Dove Geopelia cuneata, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 71. 1, 2. Meliphaga. 3. ? at lower centre in different hand Natural size

Page 71. 1, 2. Meliphaga. 3. ? at lower centre in different hand Natural size
5670711 Page 71. 1, 2. Meliphaga. 3. ? at lower centre in different hand Natural size. Three birds are shown: 1. White, Naped Honeyeater (Melithreptus lunatus); A2

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 68. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 68. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671553 Page 68. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05: Drawings of plants of New South Wales)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 47. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 47. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671548 Page 47. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 234. Smilax sp Sweet Sarsaparilla (w / c)

Page 234. Smilax sp Sweet Sarsaparilla (w / c)
5671274 Page 234. Smilax sp Sweet Sarsaparilla (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 225. Dendrobium speciosum Exot. Bot. t. 10 (w / c)

Page 225. Dendrobium speciosum Exot. Bot. t. 10 (w / c)
5671265 Page 225. Dendrobium speciosum Exot. Bot. t. 10 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 215. Pterostylis op / viridis (w / c)

Page 215. Pterostylis op / viridis (w / c)
5671255 Page 215. Pterostylis op / viridis (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05: Drawings of plants of New South Wales)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 201. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 201. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671241 Page 201. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural Size)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 190. Melaleuca thymifoliaa / Thyme Honey, myrtle (w / c)

Page 190. Melaleuca thymifoliaa / Thyme Honey, myrtle (w / c)
5671230 Page 190. Melaleuca thymifoliaA/ Thyme Honey, myrtle (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 185. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 185. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671225 Page 185. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size. December)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 165. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 165. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671205 Page 165. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 121. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 121. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671161 Page 121. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 120. No inscription, unfinished drawing, unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 120. No inscription, unfinished drawing, unidentified plant (w / c)
5671160 Page 120. No inscription, unfinished drawing, unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 117. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 117. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671157 Page 117. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size. Flowers in Oct.r)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 116. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 116. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671156 Page 116. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size. This plant is found in marshy ground)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 111. Blandfordia nobilis Exot. Bot. t. 4. Christmas Bell (w / c)

Page 111. Blandfordia nobilis Exot. Bot. t. 4. Christmas Bell (w / c)
5671151 Page 111. Blandfordia nobilis Exot. Bot. t. 4. Christmas Bell (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 31.1 x 19.5 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 106. No inscription, drawing unfinished (w / c)

Page 106. No inscription, drawing unfinished (w / c)
5671146 Page 106. No inscription, drawing unfinished (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 95. Eriocalia major (w / c)

Page 95. Eriocalia major (w / c)
5671135 Page 95. Eriocalia major (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05: Drawings of plants of New South Wales)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 91. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 91. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671131 Page 91. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size. This plant grows about 2 feet in height)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 82. Unidentified plant (w / c)

Page 82. Unidentified plant (w / c)
5671122 Page 82. Unidentified plant (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 78. No inscription, unfinished drawing (w / c)

Page 78. No inscription, unfinished drawing (w / c)
5671117 Page 78. No inscription, unfinished drawing (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 61a. The Mangrove Tree (w / c)

Page 61a. The Mangrove Tree (w / c)
5671100 Page 61a. The Mangrove Tree (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Natural size)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 61. No inscription, unfinished drawing (w / c)

Page 61. No inscription, unfinished drawing (w / c)
5671099 Page 61. No inscription, unfinished drawing (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 42. Schraderia / Persoonia (w / c)

Page 42. Schraderia / Persoonia (w / c)
5671080 Page 42. Schraderia / Persoonia (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 05: Drawings of plants of New South Wales)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 33. Plant, Banksia spinulosa (Watling, 423 / 358) / aHairpin Banksia (w / c)

Page 33. Plant, Banksia spinulosa (Watling, 423 / 358) / aHairpin Banksia (w / c)
5671066 Page 33. Plant, Banksia spinulosa (Watling, 423/358) /AHairpin Banksia (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 73. Scarlet Robins (male and female). Muscicapa Crythrogastra (w / c on paper)

Page 73. Scarlet Robins (male and female). Muscicapa Crythrogastra (w / c on paper)
5670964 Page 73. Scarlet Robins (male and female). Muscicapa Crythrogastra (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 62. Red-browed Finch. Loxia astrild. 63. Unidentified bird

Page 62. Red-browed Finch. Loxia astrild. 63. Unidentified bird
5670955 Page 62. Red-browed Finch. Loxia astrild. 63. Unidentified bird. Muscicapa flavigastra (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 61. Blue-faced Honeyeater. Turdus cyanoris. Blue-cheeked Thrush (Watling 225 / 146

Page 61. Blue-faced Honeyeater. Turdus cyanoris. Blue-cheeked Thrush (Watling 225 / 146
5670954 Page 61. Blue-faced Honeyeater. Turdus cyanoris. Blue-cheeked Thrush (Watling 225/146) (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 26. Unidentified fish (w / c on paper)

Page 26. Unidentified fish (w / c on paper)
5670909 Page 26. Unidentified fish (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N. [New] Holland etc)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 1. Unidentified fish. a2. Unidentified fish (w / c on paper)

Page 1. Unidentified fish. a2. Unidentified fish (w / c on paper)
5670887 Page 1. Unidentified fish. A2. Unidentified fish (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

Background imageAustralian Collection: Opp. p. 93. SW. Arm of Broken Bay New South Wales from an Island at the Entrance

Opp. p. 93. SW. Arm of Broken Bay New South Wales from an Island at the Entrance
5670855 Opp. p. 93. SW. Arm of Broken Bay New South Wales from an Island at the Entrance. Sepr 1789, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 99. Phaeton. in different hand A young Tropic Bird 1 / 2 of the natural size Red

Page 99. Phaeton. in different hand A young Tropic Bird 1 / 2 of the natural size Red
5670744 Page 99. Phaeton. in different hand A young Tropic Bird 1/2 of the natural size Red, Tailed Tropicbird Phaethon rubricauda, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 83. Bronze Winged Pigeon. at lower centre in different hand Natural size Brush

Page 83. Bronze Winged Pigeon. at lower centre in different hand Natural size Brush
5670725 Page 83. Bronze Winged Pigeon. at lower centre in different hand Natural size Brush Bronzewing Pigeon Phaps elegans, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 72. 1. Meliphaga. 2. Muscicapa. Natural size. Iris of both doubtfull

Page 72. 1. Meliphaga. 2. Muscicapa. Natural size. Iris of both doubtfull
5670712 Page 72. 1. Meliphaga. 2. Muscicapa. Natural size. Iris of both doubtfull. Bell Miner Manorina melanophrys and Rhipidura rufifrons, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 68. Natural size, August Lewin Honeyeater Meliphaga Lewinii, 1791-92 (w / c)

Page 68. Natural size, August Lewin Honeyeater Meliphaga Lewinii, 1791-92 (w / c)
5670707 Page 68. Natural size, August Lewin Honeyeater Meliphaga Lewinii, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 57. January. Natural size, supposed to be a young bird Noisy Friarbird Philemon

Page 57. January. Natural size, supposed to be a young bird Noisy Friarbird Philemon
5670693 Page 57. January. Natural size, supposed to be a young bird Noisy Friarbird Philemon corniculatus, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 56. Melephahu Cyanops. above the title in a different hand Natural size

Page 56. Melephahu Cyanops. above the title in a different hand Natural size
5670692 Page 56. Melephahu Cyanops. above the title in a different hand Natural size. The outer & middle toe are connected to the first joint

Background imageAustralian Collection: Page 48. Black Cockatoo. at lower left in different hand Reduced by scale to 1 / 3

Page 48. Black Cockatoo. at lower left in different hand Reduced by scale to 1 / 3
5670682 Page 48. Black Cockatoo. at lower left in different hand Reduced by scale to 1/3 the natural size. Glossy Black Cockatoo Calyptorhynchus lathami, female, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist

Background imageAustralian Collection: Black Trackers on the trail of bushrangers in Victoria, Australia in 1881 (engraving)

Black Trackers on the trail of bushrangers in Victoria, Australia in 1881 (engraving)
2654904 Black Trackers on the trail of bushrangers in Victoria, Australia in 1881 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; out of copyright

Background imageAustralian Collection: Police open fire on the Kelly Gang in the Glenrowan Hotel, 28 June 1880 (engraving)

Police open fire on the Kelly Gang in the Glenrowan Hotel, 28 June 1880 (engraving)
2654918 Police open fire on the Kelly Gang in the Glenrowan Hotel, 28 June 1880 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; out of copyright

Background imageAustralian Collection: Domestic occupations in Coupang, Timor Island

Domestic occupations in Coupang, Timor Island
LSE4085482 Domestic occupations in Coupang, Timor Island. by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Domestic occupations in Coupang)

Background imageAustralian Collection: The bazaar of Coupang, island of Timor

The bazaar of Coupang, island of Timor
LSE4085478 The bazaar of Coupang, island of Timor. by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: The bazaar of Coupang)




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"Unforgettable Moments in Australian History: From Olympic Solidarity to Iconic Landmarks and Wildlife" In 1968, the Olympic Games in Mexico City witnessed a powerful display of activism. American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in the Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies, symbolizing their fight against racial inequality. Standing beside them was Australian Peter Norman, wearing an OPHR badge as a sign of solidarity. Australia's rich biodiversity is highlighted by its unique wildlife, including the enigmatic Tasmanian Tiger or Thylacine. This fascinating creature captivated many with its striped coat and dog-like appearance before tragically becoming extinct. Ned Kelly's Last Stand remains etched in Australian folklore. The notorious bushranger fought fiercely against colonial authority, leaving an indelible mark on Australia's history of rebellion. Jim Pike, an esteemed Australian jockey, formed an unbreakable bond with his legendary horse Phar Lap. Together they conquered racetracks worldwide and became national icons. The iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge stand tall as symbols of architectural brilliance in New South Wales' capital city. These landmarks have become synonymous with Australia's vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes. Over millions of years, continental drift shaped our planet's landmasses into what we know today. Australia played a significant role in this process as it separated from other continents around 250 million years ago. The construction of Sydney Harbour Bridge by G. H Davis stands as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering marvels that connect communities across vast distances. Throughout history, Australians have stood proudly alongside defenders of the Empire - serving valiantly within British Army, Navy, and Airforce ranks - showcasing unwavering loyalty to their nation. Her Majesty's Australian Ship (HMAS) Melbourne (21) represents Australia's naval prowess while safeguarding its shores through decades of service protecting maritime interests at home and abroad.