A Century Of Banking - The Commercial Banking Company Of Sydney Limited 1834 - 1934
Published by Art In Australia: Sydney 1934
1st Edition - Illustrated - Carries Bookplate of Alexander Hepburn Stone
"A Century Of Banking chronicles the first 100 years of the Commercial Banking Company of Sydney Limited, tracing its growth from a fledgling colonial institution to a cornerstone of Australian finance. Published in 1934, this illustrated work captures the evolution of banking practices, corporate milestones, and the expansion of branch networks across New South Wales and beyond. It is richly detailed with period photographs, architectural views of bank buildings, and reproductions of official documents that offer a vivid portrayal of early 20th-century financial life in Sydney.
The volume is a 1st edition publication by Art In Australia, Sydney, presented in a substantial format with decorative cloth boards and original endpapers. It includes an ex-libris bookplate from Alexander Hepburn Stone, adding a layer of provenance and personal history to this corporate commemoration. The design and layout reflect careful attention to aesthetics, with photographic plates integrated alongside textual narratives to enhance both visual appeal and historical understanding.
This work is ideal for collectors of Australian banking history, early 20th-century institutional publications, or illustrated corporate commemoratives. Its combination of historical narrative, photographic documentation, and collectible provenance makes it a standout addition for libraries or private collections focused on Australian economic and social history."
Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Binding is strong, covers are firm and secure. There are no loose pages. Bookplate present. Slight ageing to some pages otherwise a nice, clean copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 28cm x 21cm x 1.5cm - 89 Pages
