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Robert Marchant (b. 1938)
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Robert Marchant (b. 1938)

The Great Ferry Boat Race as witnessed from Milson's Point, North Sydney in the year of 1986

Fermé18 December 2012

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Robert Marchant (b. 1938)
The Great Ferry Boat Race as witnessed from Milson's Point, North Sydney in the year of 1986
signed 'Bob Marchant' (lower right) and inscribed 'The Great Ferry Boat Race as witnessed from Milsons [sic] Point' (upper edge)
acrylic on canvas
48 x 71½ in. (122 x 181.6 cm.)

Note du spécialiste

Inspired by the paddle steam riverboat races on the Mississippi River, the race takes place on 26 January, Australia day. Many of the harbour ferries that normally carry commuter passengers throughout the year become garishly decorated for this annual event, in which they race around the harbour. Starting at the Syden Opera House and finishing under the Harbour Bridge.