Specimens of 26 species of Australian! edible fish have'been prepared at the Technical College at Ultimo, Sydney, for exhibition in London, whither they will be despatched to the care of the Agent-General. The fish were set up in natural positions, and a palste rof Paris cast made. Great care was exercised in the reproduction of the fins, and in the natural poise of the body. When dry the cast was handed over to the colourist, who has added the natural | tints most successfully. The modelling was done by Mr. A. Murray, and the colouring by Mi-. C. Toms. The exhibit is expected [to create much interest in London. v
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New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIV, Issue 13493, 21 May 1907, Page 6
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109Page 6 Advertisements Column 5 New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIV, Issue 13493, 21 May 1907, Page 6
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