National Treasures – ‘The Magic Pudding’ Illustrations (2004)
Synopsis
Warren Brown takes a look at Norman Lindsay’s original illustrations for the much-loved children’s book The Magic Pudding at the State Library of New South Wales.
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How did bohemian artist Norman Lindsay, famous for painting provocative nudes, end up producing one of Australia’s best-loved children’s books?
Cartoonist James Kemsley reveals the legend behind the creation of the first great Australian antihero – Albert the never-ending pudding.
This is an episode from the first series of National Treasures, hosted by political cartoonist, columnist and history 'tragic’ Warren Brown. Brown draws on a fascinating mix of national treasures from public and private collections to give a snapshot of an historic moment and illustrate the uniqueness of the Australian experience.
The ABC broadcast National Treasures in 2004.
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