John Brack
**early life and career** john brack, an australian painter, was born in melbourne in 1920 and passed away in 1999. as a member of the antipodeans group, brack's work is characterized by its unique capture of the idiosyncrasies of his time. **artistic style and significance** brack's early works are notable for their powerful and succinct depiction of australian life, surpassing any artist before or since. his iconic style forged a deca
de on canvas with sharp precision, akin to barry humphries' performances on stage. **notable works and exhibitions** * collins st., 5 pm, a 1955 painting, is considered a companion piece to brack's earlier work, the bar. this piece is part of the national gallery of victoria's australian art collection and exhibited in the ian potter centre in federation square, melbourne. * the breakfast table, another notable piece by brack, is showc…
