WEEKLY ESTATE & COLLECTABLE AUCTION Monday, 6 August 2018 - 4:00 PM start
Melvin Vaniman (American 1866-1912) c. 1900 large panoramic photograph of 'Pipiriki
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Lot Details
On The Wanganui. N.Z.', showing the Pipiriki House overlooking the Wanganui River with two paddle steamers present. 340 x 1150. In original frame under glass with entitlement in gilt to the painted green mount. Photographer's details lower right. Note: Melvin Vaniman was an American photographer, adventurer and businessman who specialised in panoramic images taken from heights. He spent over one year photographing Australia and New Zealand on behalf of the Oceanic Steamship Company, creating promotional images for the company. During this time the New Zealand Government also commissioned some panoramic images. Ref: Tierney, Melvin Vaniman, 2000. p.62.
