Art, Design & Photography History Australiana
Australian Aboriginal Art by Robert Edwards is a 1979 illustrated paperback that surveys one of the world’s oldest continuous artistic traditions. Across 202 pages the respected South Australian Museum curator introduces rock paintings, bark work, and contemporary acrylics, tracing their spiritual and cultural roots for young-adult and adult readers.
Expect ex-library wear: sturdy pages are clean aside from occasional stamps, while the first and last leaves show corner clips; the covers carry typical shelf scuffs yet remain bright. Despite these honest marks the book offers a readable, affordable entry into Australian art history and cultural studies.
Collectors, students, and travelers seeking a concise overview of Aboriginal visual heritage will appreciate Robert Edwards’ accessible survey and its many photographs.