Framed photograph of CH Esler, Victorian Junior Swimming Champion 1914-15
Object Type
Photography/Photograph
Framed
Date Used
1915
Brief Description
Black and white photo with brown window-mount, in ornate wide carved wooden frame with gold recess. Photo is of a young boy with fists on hips, standing with a man in a suit in front of a 'sea' studio background. Handwritten title reads 'Victorian Junior Swimming Champion/ Season 1914-15', under the photo is written 'C.H. Esler (14 years) Winner of 50 yds- 100 yds- 200 yds (twice) 300 yds (twice)'. On reverse of backing is an upside-down photograph of a seated young man in military uniform, holding a scroll, with the number '72' on his cap.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 647 W: 546 D: 47mm (H: 25 1/2 W: 21 1/2 D: 1 7/8")
Associated Event
Date Used
1915
Location
In storage
Registration No
1986.681
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by Jean Johnson
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