George Washington Lambert (1873-1956) was one of Australia's most
brilliant, witty, and influental artists, "the Australian Sargent,"
according to Barry Humphries. This comprehensive book presents the
diverse range of Lambert's work from Australian bush subjects to
Edwardian portraits and figure groups, from sparkling oil sketches to
major battle paintings and large sculpture.
Born in St. Petersburg to an American father and British mother, Lambert
first came to Australia at age 13 and spent twenty years of his adult
career based in London. His flamboyant personality and personal
magnetism helped promote his art, though his popularity diminished after
his death.