Barr family photographs [B 70882] • Photograph
Portrait of Isabella Barr
Formal studio portrait of Isabella Barr. In this head and shoulders' view, Isabella is wearing an upright bonnet with leaf, feather, ribbon and lace trim, with long ties ending in a large satin bow at her neck. There is a wide lace collar extending over her shoulders. Photograph by Stump & Co., Adelaide.
Portrait of a man knitting
In this studio portrait, possibly of Robert Barr senior, the man is sitting posed alongside a cane table and is shown knitting. He has a wry smile on his face. Photograph by Crown Studios, Rundle st, Adelaide.
Group portrait of men of the Barr family
Group portrait of men of the Barr family. Their clothing shows a number of styles for collars and ties.
Group portrait of women of the Barr family
Group portrait of women of the Barr family. Their outfits show pointed linen collars, decorative use of buttons on long jackets or dresses, and pleating on skirts. Hair is drawn back from the face and parted in the middle.
Isabella Barr
'In loving memory of / Our beloved mother / Isabella Barr / Dearly loved wife of Robert Barr / who departed this life on May 1, 1907 / aged 72 years.' In memoriam card by N.S.W. Memorial Card Co., 542 Geo. St., Sydney.
Vernetta Margaret Taylor
'In loving remembrance / of / Vernetta Margaret Taylor / Dearly beloved daughter of John and Marion Taylor / Died November 15, 1920 / Aged 16 years 11 months.' In memoriam card by A. & E. Lewis, Printers, Adelaide.
Mother and three daughters
A mother with three daughters, dressed in smock style white pinafores, pictured by a prickly tree.
Stone cottage with picket fence, probably on Kangaroo Island
Stone cottage with corrugated iron roof, and verandah painted in stripes. Iron lace is seen at the verandah posts and the property has a plain, painted picket fence.This may be the home of the Howard or Barr family on Kangaroo Island.
Man driving a spring cart
Man in a cap and overcoat with a blanket around him for extra warmth, driving a spring cart. This image gives a clear view of the harness arrangements for the horse and the structure of the spring cart.
Portrait of a woman
Studio portrait of a woman in a velvet dress with a jacket style bodice, laced at the waist and lower cuffs with ribbon. The neckline is high, with a brooch. She is wearing a locket and a corsage, possibly an orchid. Her hair is parted in the middle and braided tightly into a circle on top of her head. Photograph by Hammer & Co., 6, Rundle street, Adelaide and St. Vincent Street, Port Adelaide.
Family group attending the first Kangaroo Island Agricultural show
A photograph taken outside a tent, possibly at an agricultural show or race meeting. This may show Howard and Barr family members. The verso of the photograph has the note 'To Jack and Marion / with best wishes / for a happy Xmas / and New Year / from Janet'.
Group of people pictured in front of a bi-plane
A group of people assembled for the visit of a bi-plane. The aircraft is being refuelled with a funnel, and fuel from a can. This is possibly the first visit of a plane to Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island in 1928.
Penneshaw procession 1918
A group of children and adults in fancy dress behind a car decorated with flowers.There is a policeman in uniform, a furled flag, some children with posters, and at the edge of the photo, a large banner showing portraits, possibly of the King and Queen. The verso of the photograph has the words 'To Clarry / From Maggie / Penneshaw / Procession 1918'.
Fishing boats at American River
Sailing boats at American River. A note on the verso says 'Fishing cutters at American River'.
Sailing ships at anchor
Nineteen ketches and barques standing off Port Victoria. Two, three and four masted boats are seen.
Robert Barr
Robert Barr Senior pictured seated on the verandah.
Man in Scottish dress
Man pictured in a kilt with matching tartan sash and traditional Scottish cap. On the verso of the photograph it notes 'Fred'.
Group of school children
Group of school children and a teacher pictured outside a school building. A pencil cross on the photograph identifies a child in the back row as 'Ethel'. A note on the verso indicates 'Hog Bay school children'.
Barr family relatives
Robert Barr Senior in older age, pictured with relatives. A note on the verso indicates the group may be 'Robert Barr Senior, Sarah Barr, Clarry Taylor, Charlie McDonald'.
Barr family relatives
Photograph of two young women, one seated, possibly of the Taylor family. One is wearing a drop waist white dress with contrast horizontal stripes at the hem, and a cloche hat. She has a bangle above the elbow, short socks and white shoes. A note on the verso indicates 'This little girls legs are very cold. No stockings to wear. E. Hudson'.
Portrait of a man with a moustache, in his youth
Studio portrait of a man with a moustache, possibly from the Taylor family. He is wearing a light coloured suit and hat and has an upright collar with a striped tie. Photograph by McNeill's, Adelaide.
Portrait of a man with a moustache, in older age
Man with a moustache, seated in a cane chair beside a screen door. He is wearing a striped waistcoat over a dark shirt and a dark hat. The chain of his fob watch can be seen. He is possibly a relative from the Taylor family.
Touring car
Four seater touring car with a person in a hat seated in the back.
Couple in smart street dress
Couple in smart day wear walking along a paved footpath, possibly in Rundle Street. The woman is in a suit and high heels, is wearing gloves and a neat fitting hat, and is carrying a clutch purse.
Edward Hudson holding his grandson on his knee
Edward Hudson seated out of doors in a cane chair, with his grandson, William Edward Gliessert, on his knee.
Sarah Barr
Photograph of Sarah Barr in a wool coat with furry collar against a backdrop of eucalypts.
Sarah Barr's ninetieth birthday
Sarah Barr holding a large bouquet of flowers and wearing a corsage, on the occasion of her ninetieth birthday. With her in the photograph, holding bouquets, are her sister Marion Taylor (nee Barr) and S. McDonald. A note on the verso is difficult to decipher but may say 'Taken at S. McDonalds on S. Barrs ninetieth birthday'.
Taylor and Barr family relatives
Group photograph of relatives in the Taylor and Barr families.
Sarah Barr
Sarah Barr pictured with relatives. Message on the verso is 'To Aunt Sarah / From Mary & Perce. / 96 years'.
Family reunion
Descendants of the Barr family possibly at a family reunion.