Engraving And Lithography: In Melbourne To The Time Of The Gold Rush

Thomas A. Darragh, Garravembi. Author: Thomas A. DarraghBinding: HardbackPublished: Garravembi., 1990Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: No. 375 of 425. Minor markings to DJ.This historical account chronicles the development of printmaking in a burgeoning colonial city. Engraving And Lithography: In Melbourne To The Time Of The Gold Rush presents a meticulous examination of the artistic and commercial landscape of Melbourne's early graphic arts. It details the techniques, practitioners, and significant works that shaped visual culture during a pivotal period of rapid growth and transformation. The narrative illustrates how these intricate processes contributed to the documentation and dissemination of information, reflecting the societal changes brought about by the gold rush. This scholarly work offers an invaluable perspective on a specialized yet crucial aspect of Australian cultural history.