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RST Apology to Tasmanian Aboriginal people 2021.

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The Complete Royal Society of Tasmania Art Catalogue

A Landmark 400-Page Publication

A world apart
$72
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$72
Early bird Member's price
(or $80for non members.
Rec Retail $99)
A World Apart

The Royal Society of Tasmania Art Collection

Discover the Nationally Significant RST Art Collection

Be among the first to own this richly illustrated, high- quality art book showcasing the entire Royal Society of Tasmania’s historic art collection.  A unique cultural treasure that captures Tasmania’s nineteenth century history and its unique fauna and flora through the eyes of its artists. 
This Limited Pre-Publication Edition Offers:
  • 400 pages of stunning full-colour images of watercolours, etchings, engravings, and more
  • Expert insights from leading Australian and international art historians, historians and artists
  • A vital scholarly reference for researchers of Tasmanian nineteenth century art
  • A collectible edition for lovers of Australian art and history
  • National distribution across cultural institutions, galleries, museums & major bookstores
  • Supports the continued preservation of the Royal society of Tasmania Art Collection
  • A superb gift for Christmas or a birthday
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Example of book content

Piguenit sample page 2
Piguenit sample page 2
deWesselow sample page 1
deWesselow sample page 1
LAM Sample page
LAM Sample page
after Alfred Bock (1835 - 1920) Robin B. Hood Saint Michael's Church Campbell Town Tasmania
Simpkinson de Wesselow, From the Old Wharf, Hobart Town, VDL
Francis Guillemard Simpkinson De Wesselow (1819 - 1906) In the Domain, Hobart Town (Van Diemens Land)
Francis Guillemard Simpkinson De Wesselow (1819 - 1906) Cornelian Bay, Hobart (Van Diemens Land)
Francis Guillemard Simpkinson De Wesselow (1819 - 1906) The Derwent at New Norfolk, Van Diemens Land
Francis Guillemard Simpkinson De Wesselow (1819 - 1906) A Tasmanian Railway Station
possibly W C Piguenit (1836 - 1914) The Arthur Range
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Acknowledgement of Country

The Royal Society of Tasmania acknowledges, with deep respect, the traditional owners of this land, and the ongoing custodianship of the Aboriginal people of Tasmania. The Society pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that Tasmanian Aboriginal Peoples have survived severe and unjust impacts resulting from invasion and dispossession of their Country. As an institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, the Royal Society of Tasmania recognises Aboriginal cultural knowledge and practices and seeks to respect and honour these traditions and the deep understanding they represent.

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On 15 February 2021, the Royal Society of Tasmania offered a formal Apology to the Tasmanian Aboriginal people.