The Cambridge Companion to Australian Art

Description

From rock art to Australian modernism, from bark paintings to the Heidelberg School, The Cambridge Companion to Australian Art provides a wide-ranging overview of the movements, themes and media found in Australian art. This Companion features essays that explore the influence of different cultures on Australian art, written by some of the leading scholars and professionals working in the field. Generously illustrated with over 200 colour images, from more than 40 collections and sites throughout Australia, this Companion provides a comprehensive exploration of the artistic identity of past and present Australia.

'The strength of the work lies in its original approach linking the work of artists to their cultural background inside Australia and overseas ... This book is an indispensable and trusty companion to anyone fortunate enough to explore the treasures in Australian art galleries. Its thoughtful and clear analyses will add considerably to any visit.' Diana Dixon, Reference Reviews 'The overriding merit of [this book] is that it initiates new ways of seeing one of the finest, least known national schools of art.' The Times Literary Supplement