Description
A Treasury of Australian Landscape Painting is a 1977 art book co-authored by William Splatt and Barbara Burton. It offers a curated selection of Australian landscape artworks, showcasing the evolution of the genre from the early 19th century to the mid-20th century.
📖 Book Details
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Title: A Treasury of Australian Landscape Painting
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Authors: William Splatt & Barbara Burton
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Publisher: Rigby
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Publication Year: 1977
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ISBN-10: 0851798519
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ISBN-13: 978-0851798516
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Pages: 72
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Dimensions: Approximately 30 cm square
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Language: English
🎨 Content Overview
The book features over 50 full-page color reproductions of artworks by 35 Australian artists, including notable figures such as:
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Tom Roberts
- John Glover
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Fred Williams
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Russell Drysdale
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Margaret Preston
Each artwork is accompanied by informative captions detailing the artist, title, and collection information. The book is organized into thematic sections, providing insight into the diverse interpretations of the Australian landscape over time.
