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The visual arts : a world survey from prehistoric times to the present, with special reference to Australia and New Zealand

by Maurice K. Symonds, Coll Portley, Ralph E. Phillips, Sidney M. Mead

This text surveys art history from ancient civilisations to modern movements such as Cubism and Expressionism. It explores modern architecture and sculpture, as well as the artistic traditions of Australia, New Zealand, and Aboriginal cultures.

Accession 21910 ISBN 0701622091 Publisher Jacaranda
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