Desiderius Orban b. 26 November 1884

Also known as Orbán Dezső
  • Artist (Painter)
Desiderius Orban came to Australia from Hungary as a refugee from Hitler's European invasion. His intuitive modernist approach was especially reflected in his practice as a most influential teacher. in his later years he became known as the oldest living Australian artist.
Tags: Modernist, Age, Central European impact
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Courtesy of: Eva Breuer Art Dealer
Sandy Bay
Medium
Pastel on paper

48.5 × 63.2cm

 

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References [<ExternalResource: "Desiderius Orban, artist, teacher, author" SMH 6/10/86>, <ExternalResource: Eileen Chanin "Desiderius Orban">]