George Baldessin 'The Bather I' printmaking Adam Cullen

Adam Cullen

and joyous

Following the death of her longtime husband in 1970

'Rounding up Sheep' exemplifies his signature style—richly colored

George Baldessin 'The Bather I' printmaking Adam CullenGeorge Baldessin is one of Australias preeminent artists. During his lifetime, he was considered on par with Brett Whiteley, with both artists eschewing the dominant mode of abstraction in favour of lyrical, figurative imagery. Baldessins work explored existentialism, sexuality, boundaries, and fractured identity. Figures recur throughout his practice, twisting into contorted shapes, their faces often concealed or veiled in shadow. A sense of mystery