GIBSON, Robert (1863-1934) Collins Street, Melbourne. Vintage Black & White Photograph 22x28cm
OTHER NOTES: Sir Robert Gibson GBE (1863-1934) was born in Scotland and trained in design and drafting in Glasgow before leaving for Australia in 1890. Residing in Melbourne, he became a prominent businessman and manufacturer, establishing the Austral Manufacturing Co. and then Lux Foundry Pty Ltd. He was also a member of the Council of the University of Melbourne, and was instrumental in creating the Victorian Salon of Photography in the 1920s. Estimate $300-500