Rosalie Gascoigne exhibition at National Gallery of Australia celebrates abstract works made from found objects
The National Gallery of Australia is hosting an exhibition of abstract works by the late artist Rosalie Gascoigne. The collection features pieces created from found objects, reflecting her deep connection to the Canberra landscape.
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The exhibition highlights the cultural significance of Gascoigne's work and her unique approach to transforming everyday materials into fine art.
Rosalie Gascoigne was inspired by nature and everyday objects throughout her career. ( ABC News: Luke Stephenson )
Link copied Share Share article Despite her reputation today as one of Australia's most influential artists, Rosalie Gascoigne did not start exhibiting her work until she was 57.
Gascoigne, who created much of her work in Canberra and died in 1999, "hit the art world at just the right time," according to curator Deborah Hart.
Gascoigne held her first solo exhibition in 1976 and in 1978 was invited to have a survey exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Everyday objects transformed are now pieces on display as part of the Rosalie Gascoigne exhibition. ( ABC News: Luke Stephenson )
But Canberra remained the bedrock of much of her work, with many of her pieces made from materials gathered from dumps and brought back to the family home to be reshaped.
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