Catalogue
Catalogue
Object Type
Name/Title
John Sylvester Brigham - Illuminated address, 1936
Primary Maker
Date
1936
Physical Description
1 x outsized illuminated volume; 250 mm x 340 mm; inlaid wooden covers; 4 plates
Level of Current Record
Single Item
Related Object Notes
'The Cyclopedia of New Zealand: industrial, descriptive, historical, biographical, facts, figures, illustrations', Volume 2, Auckland Provincial District, The Cyclopedia Company, Christchurch, 1902, pp. 121-2. [Call No. AE91 Cyc]
Public Access Text
The inlaid wooden covers of the address have been attributed to William Seuffert, son of Anton Seuffert, both early New Zealand cabinetmakers and inlayers. The Auckland City Council commissioned the work for 75 pounds in 1936.
Credit Line
Donated by Miss Marion Brigham (daughter) in May, 1964.
Last Update
04 Nov 2022
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