Yarraville's Former State Savings Bank Suburban Icon Poster
In 1909, Melbourne architects Sydney Smith and Ogg designed an iconic Art Nouveau-inspired building in Yarraville for the State Savings Bank Victoria, at a cost of £1,966. Notably, they collaborated with the renowned architect Robert Haddon, who had recently published 'Australian Architecture' in 1908, advocating a unified architectural style for the nation.
The Yarraville branch of the State Savings Bank showcases a captivating blend of Art Nouveau and Romanesque influences. It boasts multi-faceted rectilinear columns on both levels and Romanesque rounded-arch windows adorned with intricate floral and natural motifs, creating a timeless vintage suburban icon in Yarraville. You’ll also note the Williamstown Prince Albert Hotel is also from the same architect firm and holds similar Art Nouveau characteristics.
This artwork is available in A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, as well as the ever popular Postcard. Professional framing is available on A0, A1 and A2 sizes via pick up only.
In 1909, Melbourne architects Sydney Smith and Ogg designed an iconic Art Nouveau-inspired building in Yarraville for the State Savings Bank Victoria, at a cost of £1,966. Notably, they collaborated with the renowned architect Robert Haddon, who had recently published 'Australian Architecture' in 1908, advocating a unified architectural style for the nation.
The Yarraville branch of the State Savings Bank showcases a captivating blend of Art Nouveau and Romanesque influences. It boasts multi-faceted rectilinear columns on both levels and Romanesque rounded-arch windows adorned with intricate floral and natural motifs, creating a timeless vintage suburban icon in Yarraville. You’ll also note the Williamstown Prince Albert Hotel is also from the same architect firm and holds similar Art Nouveau characteristics.
This artwork is available in A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, as well as the ever popular Postcard. Professional framing is available on A0, A1 and A2 sizes via pick up only.
In 1909, Melbourne architects Sydney Smith and Ogg designed an iconic Art Nouveau-inspired building in Yarraville for the State Savings Bank Victoria, at a cost of £1,966. Notably, they collaborated with the renowned architect Robert Haddon, who had recently published 'Australian Architecture' in 1908, advocating a unified architectural style for the nation.
The Yarraville branch of the State Savings Bank showcases a captivating blend of Art Nouveau and Romanesque influences. It boasts multi-faceted rectilinear columns on both levels and Romanesque rounded-arch windows adorned with intricate floral and natural motifs, creating a timeless vintage suburban icon in Yarraville. You’ll also note the Williamstown Prince Albert Hotel is also from the same architect firm and holds similar Art Nouveau characteristics.
This artwork is available in A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, as well as the ever popular Postcard. Professional framing is available on A0, A1 and A2 sizes via pick up only.
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