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Cross-sectional architectural model of Sydney Opera House by Jørn Utzon

Object No. B2309-1

Architectural model, Sydney Opera House, Jørn Utzon's design for the major hall, wood / plastic, constructed by Finecraft Scale Models Pty Ltd, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1964-1966

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Summary

Physical Description

Cross-sectional architectural model of the Sydney Opera House in a 1:128 scale. The model is made from white, red, purple and black painted wood and plastic and is mounted on a black base. A small black plaque with the maker's details engraved in white is attached to the model. The model shows Jørn Utzon's design for the final glass wall scheme in the Major Hall (now called the Concert Hall) of the Sydney Opera House.

DIMENSIONS

Height

670 mm

Width

587 mm

Depth

1747 mm

Weight

40 kg

SOURCE

Credit Line

Gift of the Sydney Opera House Trust, Dennis Wolanski Library, 1978

Acquisition Date

24 February 1978

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