Documents On Art And Taste In Australia: The Colonial Period 1770-1914

Documents On Art And Taste In Australia: The Colonial Period 1770-1914

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Author: Bernard Smith
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1979

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Documents On Art And Taste In Australia: The Colonial Period 1770-1914 presents a comprehensive collection of primary sources illuminating the development of artistic expression and aesthetic sensibilities in Australia from the late 18th century through the early 20th century. Bernard Smith, a renowned scholar, compiles critical texts that chronicle the evolving cultural landscape and the influences shaping colonial art. This essential volume uncovers the foundational elements of Australian art history, detailing the interplay between European traditions and the unique environment of the continent. It offers invaluable insights into the artistic discourse and the formation of taste during a pivotal era, making it a cornerstone for understanding Australia's cultural heritage.

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Description

Author: Bernard Smith
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1979

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Documents On Art And Taste In Australia: The Colonial Period 1770-1914 presents a comprehensive collection of primary sources illuminating the development of artistic expression and aesthetic sensibilities in Australia from the late 18th century through the early 20th century. Bernard Smith, a renowned scholar, compiles critical texts that chronicle the evolving cultural landscape and the influences shaping colonial art. This essential volume uncovers the foundational elements of Australian art history, detailing the interplay between European traditions and the unique environment of the continent. It offers invaluable insights into the artistic discourse and the formation of taste during a pivotal era, making it a cornerstone for understanding Australia's cultural heritage.