John Weeks

Abstract forms, Venice

Abstract forms, Venice by John Weeks

Artwork Detail

After studying in Paris at Andre Lhote's painting academy during 1926, Weeks spent several years working in the south of France, Italy and northern Africa. He returned to New Zealand in 1930 and taught at Elam School of Art until 1954. Lois White and John Weeks were close colleagues, engaging in long conversations about art, travel and Weeks' favourite topic, colour.

Title
Abstract forms, Venice
Artist/creator
John Weeks
Production date
circa 1951
Medium
tempera on board
Dimensions
495 x 705 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased with the aid of a grant from the Queen Elizabeth II Arts Council of New Zealand, 1970
Accession no
1970/1/30
Other ID
1970/30
Copyright
No known copyright restrictions
Department
New Zealand Art
Display status
Not on display

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