Norman Lindsay stands as one of the most vibrant and controversial figures in Australian art history. Hailing from a renowned family of five artists, his contributions spanned a wide spectrum of activities. From penning the beloved childhood classic, ‘The Magic Pudding’, to crafting daring and once-censored works of art, Lindsay's creative vision was both lively and rebellious.

‘The Revellers’ is a preliminary drawing on paper, labelled on the verso as a ‘The Revellers - Study for the oil painting’. A sprawl of figures in ecstasy, it may feature Lindsay’s longtime muse and lover, Rose Lindsay, as well as the figure of Greek mythology, Pan. This composition recurs throughout Lindsay’s oeuvre with an example held in the National Trust titled ‘Revel’.

With representation across public collections, owning a Lindsay piece is not merely possessing art – it is embarking on a journey through a captivating chapter in Australian art history. He is a national treasure with a presence resonating across major public collections, continually sparking research, exhibitions, and dialogues. A seductive, collectable and fascinating glimpse inside Lindsay’s practice, ‘The Revellers’ is an irresistible find.

Norman LINDSAY (1879 - 1969)
'The Revellers' c. 1946
pencil on paper
Image Size: 55 x 84 cm
Dimensions: 93 x 119 x 3 cm
Signed: Initialed 'N.L' lower centre margin.
Comes with Letter of Provenance and Certificate of Authenticity

Condition: Very Good: Describes a work of art's image as Excellent, but may show some small signs of surrounding wear to paper or frame. There are no tears to paper margin or disruption to the paint surface.

(c) The Artist or Assignee