Backlit decorative finial

About 1970 to about 1973

Backlit decorative finial

About 1970 to about 1973

Close-up view of a decorative finial in Cathedral Square on a wet evening. The finial is lit by the surrounding street lights.

Contributors note: "Christchurch Cathedral Square, on a wet evening. Lights in the Square reflect off and surround an object appearing as light orbs."

Creator: Peter Basire

Contributor: Barbara Newcombe

Source: Entry in the 2025 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-BaNe-0015

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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