Photograph of Workmen at Victoria Granite Works
AssociatedAssociated with
Garden & Co
(Victoria Granite Works, 1871 - 1962)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown Photographer
Datec. 1930
Object NamePhotograph
Mediumpaper
ClassificationsGranite Industry
Dimensions15.1 x 20.3cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2009 by Graeme Robertson.
CopyrightOut of copyright
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS083299.13
About MeAt its peak at the turn of the 20th century, the granite trade in Aberdeen employed some 9000 men. Memorials, polished building fronts and sculptures created by these men were probably exported all over the world. Examples of these works can still be found in the Granite City.
