SS ORMISTON about to depart from a wharf, 1927-1939

The Australasian United Steam Navigation Company's SS ORMISTON is seen here about to depart a wharf, possibly one in Sydney Harbour. Streamers are seen flung over the side of the vessel with crowds of people farewelling the passengers...This photo is part of the Australian National Maritime Museum’s Samuel J. Hood Studio collection. Sam Hood (1872-1953) was a Sydney photographer with a passion for ships. His 60-year career spanned the romantic age of sail and two world wars. The photos in the collection were taken mainly in Sydney and Newcastle during the first half of the 20th century. ..The ANMM undertakes research and accepts public comments that enhance the information we hold about images in our collection. This record has been updated accordingly. ..Photographer: Samuel J. Hood Studio Collection..Object no. 00034546