‘Charles Edward 1864’ in Metung, Australia

This magnificent stainless steel sculpture made by local artist Doug Hadaway pays tribute to The Charles Edward. This was the name given to an iron-hulled paddled steamer built on the other side of the world in Dumbarton, Scotland, which shortly after being designed in 1864, sailed its way across the world to Australia. Sitting in an iconic position on the Metung foreshore, this work of art is based on the old ship itself and looks out to the sea to honor the shipbuilders and sea merchants who have navigated waters…

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