John Brack b. 1920

  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Painter)
A painter and printmaker, John Brack is considered one of Australia's most significant artists, whose subject matter was resolutely urban, modern life. Brack's extensive body of work across several decades is largely defined by its caustic realism, sense of alienation and sense of humour.
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Name
John Brack
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
  • Artist (Printmaker)
  • Artist (Painter)
Birth date
1920
Death date
1999
Death place
Melbourne, Vic.
Active Period
  • c.1938 - c.1999
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Black and white artists

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Related collections
  • National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, ACT (collected in)
  • Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide, SA (collected in)