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House at 14 Esplanade

Other Name

Ellersie

Location

14 Esplanade WILLIAMSTOWN, Hobsons Bay City

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Statement of Significance

What is Significant?

'Ellersie', designed by Arthur E (B) Ridgeway and constructed in 1899, at 14 Esplanade, Williamstown.

How is it Significant?

'Ellersie' at 14 Esplanade, Williamstown is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobson's Bay.

Why is it Significant?

Historically, it is significant for its strong associations with the locally important Gray family who were prominent in Williamstown political and commercial spheres. (AHC criteria A4 and G1)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a locally rare example of a relatively early, near original and successfully designed house in an unusual Transitional style, which makes a significant contribution to the historic character of the Esplanade precinct. (AHC criteria B2, E1 and F1)

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