Anzac War Memorial
The western side of the Anzac War Memorial, which stands in Hyde Park South. The building was designed by Bruce Dellit in the Art Deco architectural style and completed in 1934. The sculptures and bas reliefs that adorn the building were created by Rayner Hoff, who also created the powerful "Sacrifice" sculpture inside. It was built as a memorial to the Australian Imperial Force of World War I and is the focus of commemoration ceremonies on Anzac Day, 25th April, which marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the war.
Great perspective on this photo, Jim. I'd like to see the statue on the inside.
ReplyDeleteAmazing looking memorial
ReplyDeleteThis building grabs your attention. Thanks for the bit of history too.
ReplyDeleteArt Deco is my favorite style of architecture. I remember a cafe in that style where a favorite aunt took me to lunch when I was young. I wished later that I'd had a camera to have a photo to go with that warm memory.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Art Deco building and shot too!
ReplyDeleteI like the Art Deco design! Great photo! Have a happy week ahead!
ReplyDeleteYes, I agree with the others, Jim, I really do like the Art Deco building and, as always, a superb capture! Have a great week!!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot, Jim of a fascinating building that is a 'work of art' ~
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It is a magnificent memorial.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful Art Deco structure.
ReplyDeleteFitting tribute to heroes never to be forgotten
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What a magnificent monument!
ReplyDeletethe statues on the columns are interesting .. good tribute to those who fought in WWI .. my grandfather served in WWI on a battle ship
ReplyDeleteWonderful pic.
ReplyDeleteStrong and imposing architecture Jim as it should be.
ReplyDeleteI love Deco architecture, so the memorial's time was perfect. Had it been built straight after the 1914-1918 war, it might have looked very different. Had it been built after the 1939-1945 war, it certainly would have looked very different.
ReplyDeleteA magnificent design for a significant memorial.
ReplyDeleteWonderful memorial.
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Another beautiful building...you have such a talent of finding them and photographing them.
ReplyDeleteI always love my visits here.
Art Deco is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWow interesting building. Would like to see the sculpture inside.
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