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Robert Dowling : Tasmanian son of empire

by Robert Dowling, John Jones

This retrospective of Australia's first locally trained artist features over 60 works, including portraits, biblical paintings, and Aboriginal subjects that provide visual insights into interracial relations in colonial society.

Accession 24970 ISBN 9780642334107 Publisher National Gallery of Australia
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