Pressing Desires- The amorous etchings of Norman Lindsay offers an intimate look at how Norman Lindsay's devotion to his craft allowed him to create works of art that embody both the technical brilliance and emotional depth of his era, inviting viewers to reflect on the timeless human experience of love and desire.
This captivating exhibition delves into the full range of Norman Lindsay’s etching techniques, covering a pivotal period from 1915 to 1930, widely regarded as the golden age of Lindsay’s pen drawing and printmaking. The show highlights the complexity and precision of his artistic evolution, focusing on his exploration of desire through various etching.
Norman Lindsay’s etching career, which spanned from 1897 until the end of the 1930s, is renowned for its meticulous detail and the depth of emotional resonance achieved through his unique use of these processes and amorous themes. Throughout his career, Lindsay sought richness in his etchings, spending months perfecting a single plate. As he once said, “For all the arts, etching offers one illusive concept of perfection.” This dedication to technical mastery is evident in every work, where the fine interplay of light and shadow mirrors the complexities of human desire.
The exhibition specifically shines a light on Lindsay’s works from 1915 to 1930, a period when his skill and vision reached their zenith. Through his detailed, expressive etchings, Lindsay not only explored personal and emotional yearnings but also touched on broader universal themes, making his work resonate with audiences far beyond his time.
