John Perceval

Cover Type: Paperback

Language: English

About This Book

• John Perceval emerged as a prodigy in the Australian art world, captivating influential figures including Norman Lindsay, the Reeds, and the Boyd family from his early teens

• His charm, intelligence, and original vision secured him a place among cultural icons like Germaine Greer and Barry Humphries

• Often overshadowed as a follower of Arthur Boyd and Albert Tucker, Perceval was frequently their mentor—a complexity until now unexplored

• This fully revised and updated analysis by Traudi Allen examines his art and life with rigor and nuance, revealing a personality as compelling as it is tragic

• A definitive study of one of Australia's most overlooked artistic talents