The Gymnotus on the Waikato, 1866

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Title

The Gymnotus on the Waikato, 1866

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Collection

Kura Heritage Collections Online

Description

A painting of the ship Gymnotus on the Waikato River. This 'steam canoe' was brought to New Zealand by Richard Bach in about 1863. Originally used as a passenger ferry across the Auckland harbour, it was the first screw vessel on the Waikato.

Format

Image

Date created

1866

Creator

Matravers, Thomas, 1831-1895

URL

https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/photos/id/158216

Related subjects

Paintings / Ships / Steamships / Illustrations / Gymnotus (Vessel) / Waikato River

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