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Winthrop Hall, University of Western Australia (UWA)
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Winthrop Hall, University of Western Australia (UWA)
Winthrop Hall was opened on the 13th April 1932. Its an extraordinary and monumental neo-byzantine stone building with a 45m clocktower, created during a West Australian renaissance of ideas and influences in the late 1920s.
Designed by Melbourne architects Rodney Alsop and Conrad Sayce, the grand Mediterranean-style hall with its imposing clock tower, marble and mosaic foyer and vaulted ceilings, was completed in 1932 and formally opened in a four-day ceremony beginning on April 13.m A Melbourne company, Messrs Ingran Bros, installed the first clock in 1929. The dial was made of opus sectile, an enamel finish on tile. After 1945 Ennis and Sons rebuilt the master clock. The dial was replaced in 1953 with one made of terracotta. In 1964 Mr Ron Ennis installed a new electric master clock
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This stunning print captures the timeless beauty of Winthrop Hall, located at the University of Western Australia (UWA). Opened on April 13, 1932, this monumental neo-Byzantine stone building stands as a symbol of the West Australian renaissance of ideas and influences in the late 1920s.
Designed by Melbourne architects Rodney Alsop and Conrad Sayce, Winthrop Hall boasts a grand Mediterranean-style architecture with a 45m clocktower that adds to its imposing presence. The marble and mosaic foyer, along with vaulted ceilings, showcase the intricate craftsmanship that went into creating this architectural masterpiece.
The clocktower itself is a marvel to behold, with its opus sectile dial made of enamel finish on tile when first installed in 1929. Over the years, there have been updates and renovations to ensure that this iconic timepiece continues to stand tall over UWA's campus.
As you gaze upon this photo print, you can't help but feel a sense of awe at the history and significance embodied by Winthrop Hall. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of education and culture that UWA has fostered for decades.
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