Sydney Ure Smith was a publisher, promoter of art, supporter for the visual arts, patron of many artists; and a powerful force in Australian Australian art and publishing. His roles also encompassed:- President of the Society of Artists; and Trustee of the Art Gallery of NSW.
This biography, written by Nancy D. H. Underhill, details and critiques Sydney Ure Smith's extraordinary life during the period 1916 to 1949.
A great book to add to any art lover's collection. The book is in its original dust jacket and in very good condition.
Making Australian Art 1916-49 : Sydney Ure Smith, patron and publisher
Title: Making Australian Art 1916-49 : Sydney Ure Smith, patron and publisher
Author: Nancy D. H. Underhill
Edition: First edition
Publication Date: 1991
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Melbourne, Australia
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 311 pages
Dust Cover: Yes, in very good condition
Condition: Used. but in very good condition. Blue Cloth. Title written in gilt gold on spine. Dustkacket with colour illustration. Minor foxing to outside edge of a few pages
ISBN: 0195532376
Dimensions: 16.03 x 2.52 x 23.83 cm
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