Historical information
Pro (Kevin Charles) HART (30 May 1928 – 28 March 2006)
Born Broken Hill, New South Wales
Pro Hart drew upon a variety of techniques in his paintings, including layering, chiaroscuro, glazing, scumbling, scratching and Alla prima. Insects, particularly ants and dragonflies, are among Hart’s most popular and most identifiable images.
This item is part of the Federation University Art Collection. The Art Collection features over 2000 works and was listed as a 'Ballarat Treasure' in 2007.
Physical description
Bookplate featuring a giant Pro Hart with palette dwarfing poppet heads in Broken Hill.
Inscriptions & markings
"Ex Libris PRO HART"