Item #18934 The Debutante. Miss Canberra "Comes Out". Wood block illustration. Kangaroo.

The Debutante. Miss Canberra "Comes Out". Wood block illustration.

London: Punch, 1927. Full page illustration from Punch Magazine, marking Canberra's inaugural as the new capital of Australia. It shows a lovely debutante descending a flight of stairs, fan in hand and tiara emblazoned "Canberra", behind her a kangaroo in a tuxedo, announcing her debut in society. With the caption [With Mr. Punch's compliments to Australia on the Inauguration of her new Capital by the Duke and Duchess of York.] Canberra's inaugural as the new capital came after a long period of debate between rivals Sydney and Melbourne; the site was first selected in 1908, but not confirmed until 1927. Very good condition. Item #18934

Price: $25.00

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