Bundoora Homestead: The Smith family era, 1899-1920
This 80 page full colour hardback publication recreates a world at the turn of the 20th century, bringing to life the domestic and racing history of Bundoora Homestead. Through the contributions of historians, architects, community representatives, relatives of the Smith family and their staff, this book examines the manner in which Bundoora Homestead was rescued, restored and reclaimed for the Victorian community.
Price: $20.00
Bundoora Homestead Tea Towel
Tea Towels have long been cherished as gifts and souvenirs. Their ubiquitous nature in our domestic lives and personal histories provide a rich ground for a tea towel renaissance, where contemporary international artists and designers can re-establish and explore the full potential this humble linen canvas has to offer.
Designed by Karla Pringle from Third Drawer Down, the Bundoora Homestead tea towel celebrates the Smith Family era 1899-1920. Members of the Smith family and servants of the house inhabit the homestead and its grounds while birds and poppies echo the decorative elements in the stained glass windows.
Price: $15.00
Gumnuts & Glazes: The Story of Premier Pottery Preston, 1929-1956
Gumnuts, eucalyptus leaves and koala motifs combined with dazzling glazes have made Remued pottery, created at Premier Pottery Preston, a collector’s delight. Showcasing works from the National Gallery of Victoria, the Art Gallery of South Australia and ten private collections, this is the first catalogue to comprehensively cover the contribution of Premier Pottery to Australian ceramics. Also included are essays on the history and cultural significance of the Pottery by Cath Webb, the great grand daughter of David Dee and a renowned expert on Premier Pottery Preston, Greg Hill, ceramics expert and Noris Ioannou, cultural historian.
Price: $15.00
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