GSA Guide - Treasury Building; Second Wing (1890-93) Claimed
URPoint Details
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Bounded by George and Elizabeth Streets.
The classic (16th century) Italian Renaissance style was maintained in the second wing adding to the grandeur and function making it the most noteworthy government building in Brisbane.
The video below shows the formation of graded bedding in sandstone. Graded bedding is evident in many of the blocks that make up this building.
https://konect-tourism.s3.amazonaws.com/Cross.mp4
History
The Treasury Buildings were erected on the site of a military barracks of the convict era and the colonial treasury. Built in three sections between 1885 and 1928, in a classic (16th century) Italian Renaissance style, its function and grandeur possibly make it the most noteworthy government building in Brisbane.
The Second Wing completed the Elizabeth Street section and continued two-thirds of the way along George Street. After completion of the Second Wing in February 1893, this particular stage was occupied by the Registrar of Titles, Justice, Works, Public Instruction and the State Savings Bank.
The office of the Registrar General is still furbished as in the early days.
Since 1995 the refurbished building has housed the Conrad
- Type:
- Landmark
- Establishment year:
- 1890