Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Fashion
In the Ovens River, Germantown, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
In the Ovens River, Germantown, 1901. Creator: Unknown
In the Ovens River, Germantown, 1901. Tobacco was a major industry in the Ovens River valley until 2006. From " Federated Australia". [The Werner Company, London, 1901]
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 19174647
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Association Australia Australia Oceania Australian Commonwealth Of Australia Federated Australia Federation Oceania Perspective Valley Victoria Water Wheel Werner Company Wheel Germantown
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Rural countryside paintings
> Country landscapes
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Rural countryside paintings
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Waterfall and river artworks
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Landscape artwork
> Arts
> Portraits
> Still life artwork
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Still life
> Landscape paintings
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Fashion
In the Ovens River, Germantown, 1901 - A Glimpse into Australia's Tobacco Industry
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the year 1901 in Germantown, Victoria. The image showcases a picturesque landscape along the banks of the Ovens River, where tobacco was once a thriving industry until its decline in 2006. The photograph offers a unique perspective on rural life during this era. The wooden water wheel featured prominently in the foreground serves as a reminder of the region's reliance on traditional methods for powering machinery. Its rustic charm adds character to an otherwise serene vista. As we delve into Australia's history through this snapshot from "Federated Australia" we are transported to an age when regionalism played a significant role in shaping communities across the country. The unknown creator of this print has skillfully captured both the geographical features and cultural significance of Germantown. Through this lens, we can appreciate not only the natural beauty of Oceania but also gain insight into how industries like tobacco shaped local economies. This image stands as a testament to our collective heritage and reminds us that progress often comes hand-in-hand with change. Let this photo be a window into Australia's past—a visual representation of an era long gone yet forever preserved within these timeless frames.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
