Unknown silversmith, Locket, c.1860, Australia, gold: engraved, gold‑bearing quartz nuggets, printed paper. National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra Central Goldfields Art Gallery is set to host a special art talk, The Allure of Gold, presented by cultural historian and curator Kenneth Park. The illustrated lecture will take place from 12.30pm to 1.30pm on Thursday 25 September…
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