Auguste Blackman 'Fervent Self-Portrait' Printmaking Accession no

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this work is a rare and fascinating insight into the creative mind of one of Australia’s great artists

each 120 x 80 cm

Edition of 10

Image Size: 7 x 10 cm

Auguste Blackman 'Fervent Self-Portrait' Printmaking Accession noAustralias lockdown has spurred reflection in many of us. Created during this period, Auguste Blackmans self portraits are broad, textual studies in expression. Despite their vibrant palettes, however, something remains withheld in Auguste's face there is an inner life we can only glimpse peripherally. This is not something alien. Months spent severed from ordinary life compels us all inward and towards the life of an artist. A respected Australian