I like the shape of the decoration on the roofline of The Rutland, an apartment block in Sydney's Darlingurst area. I also like the incised lines on the balconies but why are they such a dull colour?
It looks VERY Sydney and impressive, doesn't it? No way that block of flats could have been in Melbourne or Adelaide. The deco elements are still lovely even now, but I wonder if the dark grey was the original colour.
MELBOURNE ART DECO
In 2009 Robin Grow published a book on Melbourne Art Deco, with images largely supplied by David Thompson. The book quickly sold out and he is pleased to say that it has now been re-published by Brolga Press, with updates, errors corrected and a new cover.
Best of all, it is selling for about $25 in the shops and on-line. Art Deco & Modernism Society members can purchase a copy from me for $22, (includes postage within Australia). For overseas orders please email for postage rates. Contact me at robingrow@ozemail.com.au if you are interested, and advise if you would like the book to be dedicated and/or signed.
It looks VERY Sydney and impressive, doesn't it? No way that block of flats could have been in Melbourne or Adelaide. The deco elements are still lovely even now, but I wonder if the dark grey was the original colour.
ReplyDeleteI don't know but I don't think the dark grey is original but you never know.
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