The Convict Artists

The Convict Artists

$20.00 AUD

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Jocelyn Hackforth-Jones
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has tanning along spine

The Convict Artists chronicles the remarkable artistic output of Australia's early colonial period, presenting a unique perspective on the lives of those transported. This compelling work uncovers the often-overlooked contributions of convict artists, detailing their diverse creations from intricate botanical illustrations to vivid landscapes. It illustrates how art served as both a means of expression and a record of a harsh new world. Hackforth-Jones argues for the significant cultural legacy these individuals left behind, offering a profound insight into a pivotal era of Australian history.

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Description

Author: Jocelyn Hackforth-Jones
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has tanning along spine

The Convict Artists chronicles the remarkable artistic output of Australia's early colonial period, presenting a unique perspective on the lives of those transported. This compelling work uncovers the often-overlooked contributions of convict artists, detailing their diverse creations from intricate botanical illustrations to vivid landscapes. It illustrates how art served as both a means of expression and a record of a harsh new world. Hackforth-Jones argues for the significant cultural legacy these individuals left behind, offering a profound insight into a pivotal era of Australian history.