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The Demolisher
1934. Vintage silver gelatin photograph, titled, signed, annotated “[corner] Hunter & Castlereagh Street [Sydney]” and dated “18/9/34” in pencil in lower margin, 19 x 21.3cm. Provenance: Mallard estate. Image most likely shows the site being prepared for the construction of the City Mutual Building at 66 Hunter Street, Sydney, which was completed in 1936 and still stands. Considered to be a significant example of Art Deco architecture in Sydney, this 12-story building was designed by architect Emil Sodersteen, with copper relief by Rayner Hoff. Ref: ADB.
Item #CL172-115
Price (AUD): $2,450.00 other currencies
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