Vaucluse was named by the Irish convict Sir Henry Browne Hayes who acquired the property in 1803. It later became the residence of William Charles Wentworth. The rocks on the right known as Bottle and Glass Point were destroyed in a naval gunnery exercise. From An Historical Account of The Colony of New South Wales and its Dependent Settlements; in Illustration of Twelve Views, Engraved By W. Preston, a Convict, from Drawings Taken on the Spot Engraver: Walter Preston. Image Size: 275mm x 183mm (10.8" x 7.2"). Condition: In good condition. Technique: Hand coloured copper engraving. Seller Inventory # AHAO NS 011

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Title: Vaucluse Bay. Port Jackson. New South Wales.

Publication Date: 1821

Binding: No Binding

Condition: Very Good

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Antique Print and Map Room is the largest specialist dealer of rare antique maps and prints in Australia. Established in 1979, our gallery is located in Ultimo, near Sydney's city centre (5 minute walk from the Powerhouse Museum). Our extensive stock is available for purchase online or in our gallery. Our collection includes items from almost every geographical area and spans historical periods from the 15th to the 20th centuries. We have a particular focus on maps and prints charting the early discoveries and cultural exchanges of the East Indies, Pacific and Australia. This includes one of the largest and compelling collections of natural history in Australia. We stock only the highest quality material and guarantee the items are described as in the condition reports on our website. Since our founding, we have become a trusted source of prized historical material for collectors and prestigious national and international institutions and several important private collections. We are members of the following professional associations: AAADA, ANZAAB, ILAB, CINOA.

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Shop 189, 392 Jones Street, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia

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