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Art In Australia by Sydney Morning Herald (1938)
By Sydney Morning Herald
Softcover, Wraps • Herbert Edward Dadswell
Description
Title: Art In Australia
Author/Publisher: Sydney Morning Herald, Herbert Edward Dadswell
Publication Year: 1938
Format: Illustrated Staple-Bound Softcover
Art in Australia (Sydney Morning Herald, 1938) is a non-fiction art catalogue/review published as a special supplement or booklet. This Staple Bound softcover documents the state of Australian art in 1938, featuring reproductions and commentary on various artists and exhibitions of the period. This publication is a valuable, ephemeral piece of Australian art history and provides insight into the art world in New South Wales leading up to World War II.
Synopsis
This original 1938 publication, 'Art In Australia', stands as a fascinating historical record of the Australian art landscape during a pivotal year. Authored by the venerable Sydney Morning Herald and published by Herbert Edward Dadswell, it offers a rare glimpse into the nation's artistic currents.
As a non-fiction art catalogue or review, likely issued as a special supplement, this vintage softcover meticulously documents the contemporary art scene. It delves into the significant artists and exhibitions that shaped Australian artistic discourse just prior to the Second World War.
- Survey of 1938 Australian Art: The publication provides a comprehensive overview of the art being created and exhibited across Australia in 1938, capturing the prevailing styles, themes, and artistic movements of the period.
- Featured Artists and Exhibitions: Within its pages, readers will discover commentary on various artists active at the time, alongside reviews and highlights from notable exhibitions. These sections are enriched by illustrative reproductions of artworks discussed.
This original 1938 edition is an invaluable, ephemeral piece of Australian art history. Its unique insight into the artistic climate of the era makes it a highly sought-after item for collectors of Australian art, cultural historians, and bibliophiles interested in primary source material.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Softcover, Wraps |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Herbert Edward Dadswell |
| Signed | No |
| Subject | Art & Photography |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Art In Australia |
| Personalised | No |
| Year Printed | 1938 |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
| Original/Facsimile | Original |
| Special Attributes | Illustrated, Staple Bound |
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