Jane Messenger on Gauguin’s World

Independent curator and author, Jane Messenger, takes a close look at the art and life of French Post-Impressionist, Paul Gauguin. In this talk, Jane focusses on how Gauguin’s time in Polynesia shaped his work.

Jane Messenger is a Sydney-based curator and author. Prior to establishing Messenger Art Advisory, she was the Curator of European and North American Art for the Art Gallery of South Australia. She oversaw the interpretation, display and expansion of a prestigious collection spanning the Renaissance through to Contemporary Art. She was also an Affiliate Lecturer Art History, School of History and Politics, University of Adelaide.

Gauguin’s World: Tōna Iho, Tōna Ao is curated by Henri Loyrette, former director of the Louvre Museum and the Musée d’Orsay. The exhibition was on display at the National Gallery from 29 Jun – 7 Oct 2024.

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