Object: Mechanic’s Institute, Lambton Quay
Title / object name  Mechanic’s Institute, Lambton Quay
Maker  Date  
Swan, George  1860  
Medium Summary  black and white photograph, albumen silver print
Materials  silver, printing-out paper, albumen
Dimensions
14 (Height) x 20.5 (Length)
Classification  group portraits, albumen prints, black-and-white prints
Registration Number  O.020706
Credit Line
Purchased 1999 with New Zealand Lottery Grants Board funds

View of a group of men outside the Mechanic's Institute building, Lambton Quay, Wellington. On the hillside behind, beside a flight of rough steps, is Mr Plimmer's residence.

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