100 Masterpieces Of Australian Landscape Painting
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: William Splatt, Susan Bruce
Binding: Hardback
Published: Australia: Currey O'Neil, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: wear, yellowing and marks to dust cover; cloth cover slightly frayed on edges otherwise in good condition; internal pages in good condition
This authoritative volume presents a curated selection of one hundred seminal works that have shaped the understanding of Australian landscape art. It meticulously chronicles the artistic journeys of various painters, illustrating their unique interpretations of the continent's vast and diverse natural beauty. The text offers profound insights into the historical and cultural significance embedded within these iconic canvases, revealing the evolution of a distinct national aesthetic. Readers will gain a comprehensive appreciation for the techniques and visions that define this significant genre, from early colonial depictions to modern interpretations. This essential reference work serves as a captivating journey through the visual heritage of Australia, celebrating its artistic legacy with scholarly precision.
Author: William Splatt, Susan Bruce
Binding: Hardback
Published: Australia: Currey O'Neil, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: wear, yellowing and marks to dust cover; cloth cover slightly frayed on edges otherwise in good condition; internal pages in good condition
This authoritative volume presents a curated selection of one hundred seminal works that have shaped the understanding of Australian landscape art. It meticulously chronicles the artistic journeys of various painters, illustrating their unique interpretations of the continent's vast and diverse natural beauty. The text offers profound insights into the historical and cultural significance embedded within these iconic canvases, revealing the evolution of a distinct national aesthetic. Readers will gain a comprehensive appreciation for the techniques and visions that define this significant genre, from early colonial depictions to modern interpretations. This essential reference work serves as a captivating journey through the visual heritage of Australia, celebrating its artistic legacy with scholarly precision.