The National Gallery Of Victoria 1861-1968: A Search For A Collection

The National Gallery Of Victoria 1861-1968: A Search For A Collection

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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: Leonard B. Cox
Binding: Hardback
Published: National Gallery Of Victoria., 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some slight staining to back of DJ, minor bumps, tanned edges and slight stain to top-edge of pages.

This authoritative volume chronicles the formative years of a prominent Australian cultural institution, detailing the meticulous process of acquiring and shaping its artistic holdings. It presents a comprehensive historical account of the National Gallery of Victoria from its inception in 1861 through 1968, illustrating the challenges and triumphs inherent in building a world-class collection. The narrative uncovers the curatorial decisions, significant acquisitions, and the evolving vision that defined the gallery's early identity. Readers will gain insight into the cultural landscape of the era and the dedicated efforts that established The National Gallery Of Victoria 1861-1968: A Search For A Collection as a cornerstone of the nation's artistic heritage.

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Description

Author: Leonard B. Cox
Binding: Hardback
Published: National Gallery Of Victoria., 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some slight staining to back of DJ, minor bumps, tanned edges and slight stain to top-edge of pages.

This authoritative volume chronicles the formative years of a prominent Australian cultural institution, detailing the meticulous process of acquiring and shaping its artistic holdings. It presents a comprehensive historical account of the National Gallery of Victoria from its inception in 1861 through 1968, illustrating the challenges and triumphs inherent in building a world-class collection. The narrative uncovers the curatorial decisions, significant acquisitions, and the evolving vision that defined the gallery's early identity. Readers will gain insight into the cultural landscape of the era and the dedicated efforts that established The National Gallery Of Victoria 1861-1968: A Search For A Collection as a cornerstone of the nation's artistic heritage.