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Australian Galleries : the Purves family business, the first four decades 1956-1999

by Caroline Field

A history of Australian Galleries from 1956 to 1999, documenting its pioneering role in the post-war commercial art market. The volume features archival photography alongside anecdotes and memoirs from artists, critics and collectors of Australian modern art.

Accession 25517 ISBN 9780648116233 Publisher Australian Galleries
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