Tombs

Date: ca 1907

From: Original photographic prints and postcards from the file print collection, Box 17

Reference: PAColl-7489-72

Description: The tomb of Te Whiti at Parihaka being a marble monument surrounded by an iron fence and stone pillars. Photographer unidentified. Quantity: 1 b&w original photographic print(s).

Date: [ca 1897]

From: Campbell, Eve, fl 1976 :Stereographs

Reference: PA4-0663

Description: Stereoscopic photograph of a chamber in the Cappuccina Catacombs, Rome, Italy, showing sacred earth from Palestine. Photograph taken by Underwood and Underwood ca 1897. Inscriptions: Recto - beneath image - Chamber in the Cappuccina Catacombs, Rome, Italy showing sacred earth from Palestine. Copyright 1897 by Underwood and Underwood; Recto - right of image - Underwood & Underwood. Publishers New York, London, Toronto-Canada, Ottawa-Kansas. Quantity: 1 b&w original photographic print(s). Physical Description: Albumen print Provenance: Donated by Mrs E Campbell, July 1976

Date: 1743

From: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista, 1720-1778 :[Etchings from La prima parte di architteture e prospettive (1743), I grotteschi (ca 1747), Le vedute di Roma (1745-1778), I carceri (1760-1761)] / Giovanni Battista Piranesi inven. et incis. [Rome : G B Piranesi, mid-1760s to early 1770s]

By: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista, 1720-1778

Reference: C-091-059

Description: Water and a palm tree in the foreground with the remains of colums and pedestals, a large carved funerary urn with the name Marcus Agrippa at its base, and the circular peristyle of a temple in the background Focillon 5 Other Titles - Remains of ancient edifices amongst which can be seen the funeral urn made of a single piece of porphyry for Marcus Aggripa, which today serves as the urn for Pope Clement XII. Part of an obelisk with Egyptian characters can also be seen, and in the background, the vestibule of an ancient ruined temple [translation] Extended Title - From La prima parte di architetture e prospettive. 1743 Quantity: 1 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Etching, 387 x 239 mm on sheet 547 x 384 mm

Date: Early 1900s

From: AFCM :Six albums containing newspaper and magazine clippings, and some original photographs

Reference: PA1-f-126

Description: Album of newspaper & magazine cuttings, maps, and black & white photographs, with the title "Outer New Zealand". Includes information on various islands, including Auckland Islands, Kermadecs, Cook Islands, Niue, Rarotonga, Western Samoa, Makogai Island Leper Station, and areas of the Antarctic. On page 6, there are 2 photographs of Cook Islanders wearing traditional clothing, one group from Mangaia, and one group from Aitutaki. There are sections giving detailed information and illustrations showing various agricultural activities, including the growing of bananas, copra, breadfruit, rubber, taro, kava plants, cacao, coffee and cotton; and on page 21 are 3 images showing the construction of a fale (Samoan dwelling). One section (pages 24-25) has information and images of Robert Louis Stevenson, his wife, his house "Vailima" and his tomb. There are several pages of coloured illustrations of different breeds of Samoan fish (p 46-50). Page 27 shows a group of Faipule (members of the Samoan Native Council) who visited Wellington in May 1925.

Date: 1884

From: Hands, Alfred Watson, 1849-1927 :[Scenes in New Zealand] 1865, 1881, 1887

By: Hands, Alfred Watson (Rev), 1849-1927

Reference: A-254-009

Description: A small wooden chapel with a belfry and lancet windows in Gothic Revival style, a grave and a garden outside, with a cabbage tree and bush beyond Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Watercolour, 175 x 245 mm Provenance: Donation; Mrs M S G MacLeod, Tunbridge Wells, 12 August 1977

Date: 1968 - 1969

By: Peter, Juliet, 1915-2010

Reference: C-104-001/017

Description: Drawings of tombstones and the Cemetery generally, and tombstone rubbings, made just before the time the Cemetery was about to have the Wellington motorway driven through its centre. C-104-001 to C-104-017 are the separately mounted sketches and rubbings; C-104-018 and C-104-019 are the two sketchbooks, the larger (C-104-018) also containing 8 loose sketches at the back torn from another smaller spiral-bound sketchbook Inscriptions: Signed: Juliet Peter Quantity: 23 drawing(s). Physical Description: Pencil, ink, chalk and gouache; 8 crayon rubbings, sizes vary; ball-point pen and crayon sketches in 2 spiral bound sketchbooks, 272 x 380 mm and 188 x 275 mm

Date: 1973

From: Eiby, George Allison, 1918-1992 :[Wellington sketchbook]. September 1973-August 1975.

Reference: E-479-f-007

Description: Old graves and headstones sited amongst trees on the hillside in Bolton Street Cemetery. There is a red-roofed building in the background Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Ink and watercolour 282 x 350 mm

Date: 1743

From: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista, 1720-1778 :[Etchings from La prima parte di architteture e prospettive (1743), I grotteschi (ca 1747), Le vedute di Roma (1745-1778), I carceri (1760-1761)] / Giovanni Battista Piranesi inven. et incis. [Rome : G B Piranesi, mid-1760s to early 1770s]

By: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista, 1720-1778

Reference: C-091-058

Description: The remains of arches, columns, carved tombs, etc with a stream of water emerging from a hole in a wall in the background Focillon 6 Other Titles - Ruins of ancient tombs placed in front of other ruins of a more ancient aquaduct ; above its arches can be seen the canal through which water flowed into Rome. [translation] Extended Title - From La prima parte di architetture e prospettive. 1743 Quantity: 1 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Etching, 388 x 243 mm on sheet 547 x 384 mm

Date: 1856

By: Owen, Ronald, active 1856

Reference: A-125-001

Description: A graveyard with a large fenced monument inscribed with Wesley's name Possibly proofs for book illustrations (A-125-001 to A-125-004) Quantity: 1 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Engraving, b&w, 109 x 122 mm on sheet 146 x 218 mm Provenance: Unknown

Date: 1841-1975, 1980

By: Passau, Gordon O, active 1980

Reference: MS-Papers-11082

Description: A record of the memorial inscriptions for Bolton Street Cemetery, Wellington, 1841-1974, with introductory notes. Inscriptions are listed in alphabetical order with a supplementary index for those names that appear out of order; also list of ships mentioned on memorials. A record of the memorial inscriptions of Mount Street Roman Catholic Cemetery, Wellington, 1851-1954, with introductory notes and two maps of the cemetery. Listed in alphabetical order with a separate index to names that appear out of order, and a list of ships mentioned on memorials. Mount Street Roman Catholic Cemetery was closed in 1891 although pre-purchase family plots were used after this date. Bolton Street Cemetery's earliest extant stone is dated 1841; the last interment took place in Jan 1967, although the latest date on a memorial is 1974 (as at 1980) Quantity: 1 folder(s) (170 leaves). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Typescript

Date: 1998

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-539-022/043

Description: Political cartoons. Comment on the growing gap between the rich and poor in New Zealand. Soldiers explain why it is humane to cut people's throats once they've been driven from their homes. Jenny Shipley reacts negatively to Jim Bolger's book. Jenny Shipley does a unicycle act on the high/slack wire. She can't look down for fear of falling, and she can't look up for fear of the coalition government she carries on her shoulders. Jack Elder and Tuku Morgan line-up behind Tau Henare in a new political allegiance. The American Republicans are exposed in their determination to impeach President Clinton over sex allegations no matteer what public opinion is. Jenny Shipley announces under National's new housing policy people in sub-standard housing will be assisted to buy their properties rather than rent them. Tim Shadbolt has been re-elected Mayor of Invercargill. Russia backs the bloody regime of Slobodan Milosivic against the Albanians. Jenny Shipley receives a negative reaction from the Dairy Board members over comments they should dig their own graves and make their wills. Jenny Shipley's intention of ending the Producer Board's statutory monopolies is thinnly veiled to avoid farmer backlash prior to the election. The Labour Party surges in the polls although their visibility is low. A paralell is drawn between roading reforms proposals and the manner Warriors' boss comments on players like Matthew Ridge. Commment on telephone electronic cueing messages. Canadian newspapers report that Wellington has the best views in the world. A Wellintonian watches as storms blow uprooted trees, boats, cars and other debris past his window. General Pinochet in jail being interrogated over his part in crimes of terrorism committed against Chilean critics of his Military Junta. Two contenders for the Auckland Blues Rugby coaching job are given a lesson in sportsmanship. Otago win the NPC (National Provincial Championships). Palestinian and Israeli leaders are booed by their supporters for their efforts to bring peace to the Middle East. The Met. office build an ark as an indication of the weather to come. Tuariki Delamere considers his political future. Tau Henare sums up the essence of his new Mauri Pacific Party. Quantity: 22 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides.

Date: 1751

From: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista, 1720-1778 :[Etchings from La prima parte di architteture e prospettive (1743), I grotteschi (ca 1747), Le vedute di Roma (1745-1778), I carceri (1760-1761)] / Giovanni Battista Piranesi inven. et incis. [Rome : G B Piranesi, mid-1760s to early 1770s]

By: Piranesi, Giovanni Battista, 1720-1778

Reference: C-091-034

Description: View across the Piazza Rotonda in Rome, with the Pantheon to the right, the fish market in the left foreground, the fountain in a central position with an Egyptian obelisk rising from a Baroque base with dolphins. Stalls in the right foreground are selling livestock. Carriages and pedestrians abound Other Titles - View of the Square of the Rotunda. 1. Pantheon built by Marcus Aggripa, today the church of Saint Mary of the Martyrs. 2. Fountain with Egyptian symbols, designed by Filippo Barigioni. 3. Fish market. 4. Crescenzi Palace [translation] Extended Title - From Le vedute di Roma, 1745-1778 Quantity: 1 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Etching, 406 x 543 mm (plate-mark) on sheet 469 x 711 mm

Date: 1968

By: Peter, Juliet, 1915-2010

Reference: C-104-019

Description: Drawings of tombstones and the Cemetery generally, made just before the time the Cemetery was about to have the Wellington motorway driven through its centre. Inscriptions: Inside back cover: Juliet Peter Bolton St. Sketchbook, 1968- [with '69 crossed out] Quantity: 1 sketchbook(s). Physical Description: Ball-point pen and crayon sketches in spiral bound sketchbook, 272 x 380 mm

From: Henderson, James Herbert, 1918-2005: Collection

By: Henderson, James Herbert, 1918-2005

Reference: PAColl-2174

Description: Prints of grave of `Robert Ellie known as John the Baptist' Christchurch, Old farm building Quantity: 12 b&w original photographic print(s).

Date: 1968 - 1969

By: Peter, Juliet, 1915-2010

Reference: C-104-018

Description: Drawings of tombstones and the Cemetery generally, made just before the time the Cemetery was about to have the Wellington motorway driven through its centre. Inscriptions: Inside front cover: Juliet Peter Bolton St. Sketchbook, 1968-69; Inside back cover: the address of artist Toss Woollaston, Motueka Quantity: 1 sketchbook(s). Physical Description: Ball-point pen and crayon sketches in spiral bound sketchbook, 188 x 272 mm

Date: 1997

By: Scott, Thomas Joseph, 1947-; Evening Post (Wellington, N.Z.)

Reference: H-448-022/044

Description: The Fire Service reduce their services to the public as a consequence of being restructured. North Health argue their case for not giving Rau Williams life-saving kidney dialysis treatment. Jim Bolger holds onto the National Party leadership against growing calls for renewal of the Party, starting at the top. Labour enjoys record lead in the polls. Bill English, Minister of Health, despairs over the state of the public health system. Winston Peters is increasingly alarmed by Neil Kirton's unexpected statements. The splitting of ECNZ into two competing groups has resulted in higher power prices. The TVNZ Board discuss a strategy to get the public behind selling off TVNZ. Public discussion over the death of Rau Williams who had kidney dialysis treatment withheld from him. Winston Peters and Jim Bolger disagree over the question of more frigates in the NZ fleet. Tuku Morgan argues against the TVNZ sell-off. Obituary to Rau Williams and Jim Bolger's 'kinder and gentler society'. Jim Bolger attempts to deal with Jenny Shipley's leadership bid. Comment on the current justice system where violent offenders are let free on bail and their elderly victims lock themselves up alone in their homes. Jim Anderton's Alliance Party deals with demands from the Green Party. Jim Bolger heads for Chogm as his National Government plunges to record unpopularity. Wide-spread health cuts are introduced to the public health sector. Comment on the apparent collusion between defence attorneys and their gang clients. Jim Bolger seems pleased to be on a first-name basis with many of the world's leaders. Panic spreads as stockmarkets tumble everywhere. Shows the inter-dependant relationship between the American Wall St. stock market and the New Zealand stock market. Minister of Health, Bill English doesn't comprehend the seriousness of doctors' dissatisfaction with their conditions. 'This is your life' TV programme returns. Quantity: 23 cartoon bromide(s). Physical Description: B5 size bromides. Processing information: Subject headings updated in 2022 as part of inclusive metadata work.

Date: 1842 - 1400 - 1420

Reference: A-125-007

Description: An engraving of the brass image on top of the tomb of John Mantel(l) or Mauntell, presumably the father of Sir Walter Mauntell who died ca. 1440 (cf. MS papers 83). Shows a man in mediaeval shift, a sword at his side. There are three lions' heads on his shift, and a further lion beneath his feet Supplied title. Drawn after original tombstone (ca. 1530 x 660 mm), with small brass figure and inscription reading: "Hic iacet Johes Mantele qui obiit xxix die Januar Anno dni millo cccc xxiiij [ie 1424]...". Below plate, in hand of Gideon Mantell: "In Amberley Church, Sussex, 1842." Other Titles - Hic iacet Johannes Mantele qui obiit XXIX die Januar Anno Domini mille ccccxxiii. Here lies John Mantell who died on 29 January 1424 Quantity: 1 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Engraving, b&w 212 x 94 mm, on sheet 283 x 228 mm Provenance: Mantell family collection

Date: [ca 1898-1910s]

From: Tiller, Eileen, active 1957-2014: Collection

Reference: 35mm-112001

Description: Copy negative of the grave of Nicolas Sciascia on Portland Island. Original photograph taken by an unidentified photographer, circa 1898 to 1910s. Title supplied by Library. Arrangement: Negative arrived at Library in a scrapbook album. Quantity: 1 b&w copy negative(s) strip with one frame. Physical Description: Black and white 35mm copy negative Transfers: Negative original held in scrapbook album at PA1-q-1313.. Processing information: Negative was separated from scrapbook album to facilitate appropriate storage.

Date: 1900s-1970s

From: Gambrill, Mollie Dilnot, 1911-2001 : Photographs

Reference: PAColl-7369-10

Description: All of these are loose prints from album PA1-q-763. Most are of family members, relatives and friends. One is a sepia coastal landscape by Frank Barker. Another is of a Mrs Stace spinning. There is a view of Levin Railway station dating from the 1900s with Station Master Arthur Seaward and his staff standing on the platform. Two dating from about 1908 show men of the Department of Lands and Survey sitting outside a tent playing instruments and singing. There is a view of Kibirnie, Wellington, dating from about 1912, and two images of the Gambrill family plot at Karori Cemetery Quantity: 1 colour original photographic print(s). 41 b&w original photographic print(s).

Date: 1965-1969

By: Shotter, Percival James Edward, 1910-1989; Alington, Margaret Hilda, 1920-2012; New Zealand Historic Places Trust

Reference: PAColl-3096

Description: Photographs taken 1965-1969 by the City Sexton, P J E Shotter, of graves in the Bolton Street and Sydney Street cemeteries which were to be disinterred 1972-1976 to make way for the Wellington motorway. After their removal, the gravestones were stored first in a vacant lot in Sydney Street, and later removed to Karori cemetery. Arrangement: Negatives housed at 35mm-25452-F to 35mm-25616-F. Photographs in the albums are annotated with the negative number. Albums in album octavo sequence at PA1-o-046 to PA1-o-049. Quantity: 4 album(s). 165 b&w original negative(s) 35mm strips. Finding Aids: An alphabetical index, giving names, burial date and plot number for those graves that were intended to be disinterred, is housed with the albums. It is annotated with the album and page numbers on which photographs will be found. The Bolton Street Cemetery transcripts, housed in the Manuscripts and Archives Section at MS Papers 2260, provide biographical information about the individuals interred in these graves.. Provenance: Collection given to Margaret Alington by P J E Shotter, City Sexton, to deposit where they would be of most use.