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George the cat keeps a watchful eye on Sydney through a pair of binoculars
George, a white cat who lives at the top of one of the pylon supports of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, keeps a watchful eye on the city through a pair of binoculars, January 1957. (Photo by Dennis Rowe/BIPs/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
People who visited the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout during the 1950s and 1960s would remember, with affection, the world famous White Cats. This family of friendly felines lived in a cattage on the roof of the Pylon Lookout, (14 steps up a ladder from the Parapet Level). Here they had their own merry-go-round, roamed the roof garden and guarded a Wishing Well.
The cats belonged to Mrs Rentoul, who operated the Lookout at the time, and they soon became a popular attraction
Unveiling the Splendour of Australia through Exquisite Artwork
Dennis Rowe
Cat Scan
Media ID 9871253
© 2007 Getty Images
Alertness Animal Bizarre Black And White City Commercial Dock Consumerproduct Curiosity Domestic Cat High Up Human Interest Roof Surveillance Sydney Sydney Harbor Bridge Watching 1227 Binoculars Huty
27x27 inch Poster Print
Bring the enchanting world of Dennis Rowe's Australian Views into your home with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image features George, the legendary white cat, perched atop a Sydney Harbour Bridge pylon, gazing intently at the city below through a pair of binoculars. Captured in January 1957, this timeless photograph invites you to imagine the stories George has witnessed throughout Sydney's history. Embrace the unique charm of this iconic Australian scene and elevate your space with our high-quality, vibrant poster prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from January 1957, we are introduced to George the cat, a resident of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Perched high atop one of the pylon supports, George keeps a watchful eye on the bustling city below through a pair of binoculars. The image captures his curiosity and alertness as he surveys his surroundings with great interest. During the 1950s and 1960s, visitors to the Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout would fondly remember encounters with these famous White Cats. This particular family of friendly felines resided in their own cattage on the roof of the lookout, just 14 steps up a ladder from ground level. They had their own little paradise complete with a merry-go-round and an enchanting roof garden where they roamed freely. The cats were owned by Mrs Rentoul, who operated the lookout at that time. As word spread about these unique residents, they quickly became beloved attractions for tourists and locals alike. Their presence added an element of whimsy to an already iconic landmark. This photograph not only showcases George's distinctive personality but also provides us with a glimpse into a bygone era when animals played unexpected roles in our urban landscapes. It serves as a reminder that even amidst towering structures like bridges and skyscrapers, there is always room for moments of connection between humans and animals that bring joy to our lives.
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