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Bondi Spray Tan- Sydney 1946
Bondi Spray Tan- Sydney 1946
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Bondi, 1946: a beachside gathering, a mysterious spray device, and a glimpse of post-war summer.
Printed on 250gsm museum-quality matte paper, chosen for its soft, vintage feel that complements black-and-white photography.
Available in 30 × 40cm (12 × 16″) and 50 × 70cm (20 × 28″). Choose an unframed print for your own frame, or a black wooden frame, ready to hang.
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Every historic photograph has a story. Explore its history, provenance and historical significance below.
Story Behind the Photograph
Story Behind the Photograph
Bondi Beach, 1946. The first full year after the Second World War, and the beach was already doing what it does best: bringing people together.
In this photograph, swimwear and an easy beachside gathering offer a glimpse of everyday leisure in post-war Sydney. What stands out is the spray device at the centre of the scene. Its exact purpose has never been confirmed, which leaves a little mystery for you to enjoy.
It's a small moment from a beach culture that was by then well established, and one that has been carefully preserved for your wall.
Photograph Details
Photograph Details
- Title: Bondi Spray Tan
- Date: 20 November 1946
- Location: Bondi Beach, Sydney
- Photographer: Unknown
- Source: Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales
- Rights: Out of copyright (created before 1955)
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Historical Notes & Context
Historical Notes & Context
Taken in 1946, this photograph dates from the first full year after the Second World War. Bondi’s beach culture was already well established, and the swimwear and beachside gathering offer a glimpse of everyday leisure in post-war Sydney.
The scene preserves the atmosphere of its era, while the precise purpose of the spray device remains unconfirmed.
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
Long before this photograph was taken in 1946, daylight sea bathing was restricted by law. Waverley relaxed the restrictions in 1902, helping Bondi develop into the beachgoing destination we recognise today.
Image Quality
Image Quality
Our photographs are scanned from historical originals and optimised for printing, but not retouched. Most files are around 250–300 dpi at the intended print size, so detail is generally clear, though the age of the originals means some natural grain, marks or wear may be visible. These are part of the photograph's authenticity.
