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Title
Elevation to The Avenue, The Goofy House, Luna Park, North Sydney / Stuart Bros.
Creator
Stuart Bros. (Firm)
Call number
ARCH 2
Level of description
fonds
Date

approximately 1935
Type of material
Architectural and Technical Drawings
Reference code
9664807
Physical Description
1 architectural drawing - heliographic reproduction - 48 x 71 cm
ADMINISTRATIVE/ BIOGRAPHICAL HISTORY

The Goofy House was a key attraction at Luna Park when it opened in Sydney, October 1935. Various illusions included the 'magic sword' and 'sculptor's dream'. Stuart Brothers were the building contractors for this project. The Goofy House was constructed in 1930s art deco fantasy architecture.

Reference:
Heritage NSW. 2009. "Luna Park precinct." Accessed 27 June 2023. https://apps.environment.nsw.gov.au/dpcheritageapp/ViewHeritageItemDetails.aspx?ID=5055827
Collection history
Candice Bruce purchased the plan at the 'Good bye Luna Park, 1935-1981' auction in 1981.
Scope and Content
One heliographic reproduction of an elevation of The Goofy House, Luna Park located in North Sydney, New South Wales.
Copying Conditions
Out of copyright:
Please acknowledge:: Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales
Signatures / Inscriptions

Recto lower right: "G. House" in coloured pencil
On verso, stamped: "Reproduced by H.E. Garraway, Heliographer, 16-20 Bridge Street, Sydney"
Creator/Author/Artist
Garraway, H.E.
Subject
Amusement parks--New South Wales--Sydney--Designs and plans.
Place
Luna Park (Sydney, N.S.W.)

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