White and Sons boot factory, Dowling Street Surry Hills, 1916
Across a vacant lot at 453 Dowling Street, the scene reveals the rear of the White & Sons boot factory, notable for its distinctive circular window and an external cargo door designed for moving goods from the second floor. Hutchinson Lane frames the view on the right, emphasizing the factory’s industrial setting.
In the foreground, domestic life unfolds amidst the urban backdrop. A woman tends to her washing as two children play nearby—one delightfully swinging from the clothesline—offering a poignant contrast between industry and everyday family life.
