Painting The Rocks: The Loss of Old Sydney by Paul Ashton et al.

Authors:
Paul Ashton, Caroline Butler-Bowdon, Anna Cossu, Wayne Johnson

Publisher:
Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales, 2010

Format:
Hardcover

Pages:
144 pages, richly illustrated with photographs, facsimiles, plans, and portraits

ISBN:
9781876991388

Condition:
Very Good – no dust jacket, light wear to covers; internally clean and bright.

Description:
Painting The Rocks is a compelling visual and historical account of one of Sydney’s most iconic neighbourhoods. Published to accompany an exhibition at the Museum of Sydney, the book examines how The Rocks—a hub of colonial life—was reshaped and, in many cases, lost to urban development. With a focus on paintings and historical documents, the book explores how artists and historians have captured the evolution and erasure of this historic precinct.

Produced as a joint initiative of the Historic Houses Trust and Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, this work sheds light on the intersection of memory, art, and the built environment.

Why You'll Love It:
Perfect for readers interested in Australian heritage, visual history, or urban change. A thought-provoking tribute to what remains—and what has vanished—of Sydney’s earliest streetscapes.