Date: 1907 -
Description: Framed colour print of ketch - a painting by A V Gregory commissioned by Capt. Richard Burgess in 1907 as a wedding present for his eldest son. Capt. Burgess built the ship himself in the 1890's on Three Hummock Island at the western edge of Bass Strait. The painting is reproduced courtesy of its present owner Capt. R.J. Burgess of Devonport, Tas Format: Pictorial and artistic works Object: prints Titles: Ketch "Mary Burgess" Subjects: ketches Institution: Devonport Maritime Museum and Historical Society Object number: DMH_00272 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Devonport Maritime Museum and Historical Society. For any questions about the content please contact them. |