Original studio portrait photograph of sisters Vera and Ivy McEwen, the eldest daughters of Thomas McEwen, formerly of Corack, Victoria, Australia. This beautiful portrait shows the sisters in a pose that relays the closeness of their relationship and dates to the 1910s, showing both women in classic Edwardian-era white gowns with lace and embroidery detail.

The McEwen family emigrated to the United States in 1903, joining followers of faith healer Alexander Dowie to help establish the religious settlement of Zion City, Illinois. This photograph provides a fascinating link between early 20th-century Australia and one of the more unusual migration movements of the era.

Mounted on its original studio card backing (approx. size shown in photo). Condition is good with some light age marks consistent with its 100+ year age. A rare genealogical and historical piece connecting Victoria, Australia and Zion City, USA.