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Art Gallery of South Australia

Adelaide

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arts museum in the Australian state of South Australia

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  1. 1Art Gallery of South Australia

    Welcome to the Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA), a cornerstone of Adelaide's cultural identity and one of the nation's most respected art institutions. Established in 1881, the gallery is situated on the grand North Terrace,…

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  2. 2The Elder Wing: Neoclassical Grandeur

    The Elder Wing is the historic heart of the gallery and an architectural masterpiece in its own right. Completed in 1900, it was named after Sir Thomas Elder, a prominent philanthropist who provided the funds for its construction…

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  3. 3Australian Masters: Nolan and Boyd

    A highlight of AGSA is its significant collection of works by mid-20th-century Australian masters, most notably Sydney Nolan and Arthur Boyd. These artists were instrumental in breaking away from traditional European styles to…

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  4. 4Contemporary Aboriginal Art

    AGSA is home to an extraordinary collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, spanning from traditional desert paintings to contemporary mixed-media installations. This is not just 'art' in the Western sense; it is a…

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  5. 5The Melrose Wing: European and International Art

    The Melrose Wing expands the gallery's scope to include a significant collection of European and international art. Here, you can find works by masters such as Monet, Picasso, and Rodin. …

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  6. 6Asian Art: Japanese Ceramics and Beyond

    AGSA boasts one of the finest collections of Asian art in Australia, with a particular focus on Japanese ceramics and Southeast Asian textiles. This collection is a reflection of Adelaide's geographical position as a gateway to…

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  7. 7The Gallery Architecture: Old Meets New

    As we conclude our tour, let us take a moment to appreciate the architecture of the gallery itself. AGSA is a fascinating blend of different eras and styles. …

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  8. 8Closing

    As you step back onto North Terrace, take a final moment to reflect on the vast array of human creativity you have just witnessed. From the ancient Tjukurpa stories of Aboriginal art to the modern masterpieces of Nolan and…

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What is Art Gallery of South Australia?

Art Gallery of South Australia is a place in Adelaide with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationAdelaide
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-34.9206, 138.6039
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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