This historic Riversdale Estate land subdivision and real estate auction print offers a snapshot of Camberwell at a pivotal moment in its development during the late nineteenth century. Produced as part of an original land sale campaign, it illustrates early allotments, streets, and boundaries that helped shape the suburb as it transitioned from semi-rural holdings into a planned residential area.
Created to promote opportunity and growth, the print reflects the optimism of the era — when Melbourne was expanding rapidly and Camberwell was emerging as a desirable place to settle. Fine detailing and period typography reveal how developers envisioned the suburb’s future, while also preserving the character of a landscape that was only just beginning to take on its modern form.
Printed on premium archival paper using fade-resistant inks, this piece is both decorative and deeply historical. It’s a thoughtful addition for those with a connection to Camberwell, an interest in Melbourne’s suburban evolution, or an appreciation for authentic nineteenth-century cartographic and real estate ephemera.
Fun fact: Camberwell’s growth accelerated soon after the railway arrived in 1882 — many estates like Riversdale were marketed specifically to buyers eager to live within commuting distance of Melbourne’s city centre.
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- Printed on premium quality 230gsm paper with archival inks
- Made to order in Australia
- Framed with locally sourced sustainable timber
- Framed prints have a white matboard (passepartout)
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Print only prints include a minimum 10mm white border as part of the final print size. Refer size guide here.
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Please note our prints are vintage reproductions, and as such, they may exhibit blemishes, ageing, imperfections, discolouration, and scratches, which we believe reflects their authentic vintage character.
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Please also note that final print colours may vary from what you see on your screen due to how screens display images and individual monitor calibration.
