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Nolan 100
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Large Abstract, 1986

Sidney Nolan, Abstract, 1986, 305 x 457 cm

High Commissioner of Australia to the United Kingdom 2014 - 2018

Alexander Downer was the High Commissioner of Australia to the United Kingdom during Nolan's Centenary Year.

"In this centenary year, it is exciting that this bold and iconic series will be reunited to showcase the depth, quality and international appeal of Sidney Nolan’s art – and his enduring connection with the United Kingdom.

This piece in particular is striking and, in many ways, reflects the contemporary, vibrant and optimistic Australia we live in today. I admire the way Australian artists can connect and share the story of our colourful nation where so much beauty and inspiration can be drawn from our vast and diverse geography.

I am delighted they will be on display here in the Exhibition Hall at Australia House as we celebrate the centenary of Sidney Nolan in 2017."

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