Australian National Gallery: An Introduction
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly informative art reference volume, Australian National Gallery: An Introduction presents an authoritative overview of one of Australia's most celebrated cultural institutions, the Australian National Gallery in Canberra. The text chronicles the gallery's founding vision, its growth into a world-class collection, and the guiding principles that shaped its acquisition of both Australian and international works. Mollison, who served as the gallery's inaugural director, and Murray bring an insider's perspective to the subject, detailing the stories behind landmark acquisitions and the curatorial philosophy that defines the collection's identity. Written with clarity and institutional authority, the work serves as both a welcoming guide for first-time visitors and a substantive reference for art enthusiasts seeking deeper context. It stands as an essential document in the history of Australian cultural life and the nation's commitment to the visual arts.
Author: James Mollison And Laura Murray
Format: Hardback
Published: 1982, Australian National Gallery, Canberra
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly informative art reference volume, Australian National Gallery: An Introduction presents an authoritative overview of one of Australia's most celebrated cultural institutions, the Australian National Gallery in Canberra. The text chronicles the gallery's founding vision, its growth into a world-class collection, and the guiding principles that shaped its acquisition of both Australian and international works. Mollison, who served as the gallery's inaugural director, and Murray bring an insider's perspective to the subject, detailing the stories behind landmark acquisitions and the curatorial philosophy that defines the collection's identity. Written with clarity and institutional authority, the work serves as both a welcoming guide for first-time visitors and a substantive reference for art enthusiasts seeking deeper context. It stands as an essential document in the history of Australian cultural life and the nation's commitment to the visual arts.