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Arthur Boyd’s studio (1945, not dated) by Albert Tucker

Arthur Boyd’s studio (1945, not dated)
by Albert Tucker
reproduction from original gelatin silver photograph
Courtesy State Library of Victoria

Mysterious eyes

Arthur Boyd portraits from 1945

Previous exhibition, 2016

Boyd’s self-portrait at age 25 is joined by his equally emotive portraits of those around him.

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Mysterious eyes

Arthur Boyd portraits from 1945

Previous exhibition, 2016

Boyd’s self-portrait at age 25 is joined by his equally emotive portraits of those around him.

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