250 Years Of New Zealand Painting

"This landmark book on New Zealand artists and their work was first written by Gil Docking, published in 1971, extended to 1990 by art historian Michael Dunn, and again to 2020 by art historian, writer and lecturer Edward Hanfling. New design, with additional text by Edward Hanfling, including an introduction to the new edition + discussion of new directions in New Zealand painting. This book is an ideal introduction to the development of New Zealand painting from its very beginning, and also the development of critical thinking about the work of New Zealand artists over the last 50 years. Detailed bibliography and index makes this an ideal book for students."--Publisher information.

"... collection of ... contemporary New Zealand painting ... accompanying each painting is an overview of each artist's life and work"--Flap.

" ... Looks at New Zealand's Art Deco heritage and its impact, not just in the world famous cities like Napier and Hastings, but in towns and cities throughout the country. ... [identifies] where New Zealand Art Deco buildings can be found, in town centres and high streets, from clock towers to picture theatres. ... the style and mood of both beautiful and functional buildings, along with the cars and fashion styles of the period give an appreciation of the range and extent of New Zealand's Art Deco heritage."--

First ed. published 1969 under title An introduction to New Zealand painting, 1839-1967. "Sources" p. 222-227.