Peter Mcleavey: The Life And Times Of A New Zealand Art Dealer by Jill Trevelyan

The first biography of Peter McLeavey, the charismatic, pioneering art dealer who since the 1950s has shaped--even transformed--New Zealand art. McLeavey's personal story is remarkable but in it, his contemporaries will recognise common themes: the religious upbringing; the struggle to be bohemian in a repressive, midcentury small town; the quiet agonies of marriage and children, the need to make a mark. Through exclusive access to McLeavey's extensive and hitherto untapped archive of letters, diaries, exhibition files and more, this book offers insights into the artists McLeavey has represented across half a century. Here, in their own words--lively, salty, and often heartbreaking--are Colin McCahon, Toss Woollaston, Len Lye, Milan Mrkusich, Michael Smither, Gordon Walters, Michael Illingworth, Don Driver, Robin White, John Reynolds, Yvonne Todd, and many, many more. Publisher : Te Papa Press Year : 2013 Binding : Hardback ISBN : 9780987668844 Condition : Very Good Description : DJ; Heavy. Spine slightly sunned. Very heavy (1.5kg). Note: This image is from a stock photo and may differ from the actual cover.