William Dobell
The ‘clever girl’ who helped build the Harbour Bridge
Kathleen Butler was attributed with playing such a key role in the project to build the Harbour Bridge that without her, it may not have proceeded.
- by Julie Power
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The Archibald of Archibalds: The best portrait in 100 years
Art critic John McDonald picks his favourite winner since 1921 - one that is quite at odds with all the others.
- by John McDonald
Archibald Prize: Sydney’s answer to the Melbourne Cup turns 100
It’s the portrait prize that stops the nation. Behind the scenes and inside the controversies of an art award so popular that you can bet on it.
- by Helen Pitt
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Art
Surprise! The pandemic improved the standard of drawing in Australia
The standard of entries in this year’s Dobell Drawing Prize prove lockdown has been good for art.
- by John McDonald
From the Archives, 1970: Wangi mourns its favourite 'Bill'
Sir William Dobell was widely regarded as Australia's finest painter. When he died, the Herald joined locals at the Wangi pub to remember a much-loved drinking companion.
- by Lenore Nicklin
'He was in despair': Letter reveals torment of winning the Archibald Prize
William Dobell's prize-winning portrait of Joshua Smith provoked controversy, a court case and years of anguish for the artist.
- by Andrew Taylor
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