PHARAOH at the NGV

PHARAOH, exclusive blockbuster exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria celebrates 3,000 years of Egyptian art and culture. The British Museum has loaned 500 works including sculpture, coffins, funerary objects and an outstanding display of exquisite ancient Egyptian jewellery. It was the latter that took our breath away. Most jewellery in ancient Egypt conveyed meaning...
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Africa Fashion – images that linger

Not to be missed, the exhibition – Africa Fashion – has now opened at the National Gallery of Victoria. It’s buzzy, it’s vibrant, it’s an encounter of a very different kind. More than 200 objects comprising an array of adornments, textiles, film and photography make up the exhibition largely from the V&A Museum, London. We...
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Brighten up with Bonnard

If you’re in need of brightening up this winter, there’s no better place to go than The National Gallery of Victoria’s Winter Masters Exhibition: BONNARD designed by India Mahdavi. It’s a celebration of flamboyance and vibrancy. The innovative design creates a settling of colour and texture that compliments the liveliness and feeling of the works....
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McQueen

Alexander McQUEEN Mind, Mythos, Muse is the latest blockbuster fashion exhibition now showing at the National Gallery of Victoria until 16 April 2023.  It’s thought provoking, sometimes challenging but most of, all a fantastic expose of McQueen’s powerful mastery of design. The exhibition captures McQueen’s visionary approach.   His use of historical references, societal issues and his capturing...
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The Picasso Century – a must see

You never hear “Picasso who?” because everyone knows who he is. But for those who want to know more, this year the National Gallery of Victoria’s Winter Masters exhibition is a must. In particular it showcases alongside his work, 100 pieces of art by over 60 of his contemporaries with whom he related. Curated by...
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