Frank Norton Painter and Collector |
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| Author:
| Lipscombe, Andre |
| ISBN: | 978-0-646-96340-2 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2016 |
| Publisher: | City of Fremantle Art Collection
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| Book Format: | Board book |
| List Price: | AUD $40.00 |
Book Description:
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Official War Artist Frank Norton moved to Perth in 1958 to influence the renaissance of the Art Gallery of WA. In his role as Director he balanced the demands of the Gallery with the interests of the community, while forging, uniquely, a successful painting and design practice from his gallery office for eighteen years.Known as a painter of ships, Norton was a practical administrator not afraid of controversy, who worked tirelessly to herald a new era for the Gallery in establishing a...
More DescriptionOfficial War Artist Frank Norton moved to Perth in 1958 to influence the renaissance of the Art Gallery of WA. In his role as Director he balanced the demands of the Gallery with the interests of the community, while forging, uniquely, a successful painting and design practice from his gallery office for eighteen years.Known as a painter of ships, Norton was a practical administrator not afraid of controversy, who worked tirelessly to herald a new era for the Gallery in establishing a collection of Aboriginal Art and a new Gallery as centerpiece of Perth's Cultural Centre.