The Greek diaspora — how it started
The ancient Greeks were open-minded and curious as they interacted with other civilisations during their expansion.
Christopher Allen
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A visual imperative, from any perspective
Creating paintings that leave a lasting impression often depends on the light – as this exhibition so clearly shows
Seeing ourselves clearly
This exhibition of portraiture has been shaped by postcolonial ideology, but there are still gems to be found
‘Political gesture’ the art of cruelty
The Archibald Prize is a travesty that is more concerned with virtue signalling than rewarding the best artists.
Mastering the art
High Renaissance artist Raphael formed what became the backbone of the modern tradition of painting
What art can teach us about the simple life
The time is ripe for a local exhibition of paintings from the “beggar-philosopher” subgenre, which inspired some of the west’s greatest artists
Virtuosity shines in lifeless crowd
The strongest portraits in the Archibald lineup have an eccentric charm or reveal something of the sitter’s personality.
The business of show business
Theatrical posters – both highbrow and less so – reflect the lives and sensibilities of audiences as far back as colonisation
Beyond gender: Queer at NGV
Contemporary ideas of fluidity are not as original as they seem.
Unearthing a female pioneer
Lavinia Fontana was not quite Europe’s first professional female painter, but she was the first woman to paint a public work of significant scale.
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