The Nolan Collection is an iconic group of paintings from 1945 to 1953 by Sidney Nolan that the artist gifted to the nation in 1974. The exhibition features photographs and original text following Nolan’s personal and creative journey from St Kilda lad to sophisticated artist. The gallery includes Sidney Nolan and St Kilda: Memory and Modernism part of CMAG’s series of changing displays exploring different aspects of Nolan’s life and work.

CMAG manages The Nolan Collection on behalf of the Australian Government.

View all 141 works from the Nolan Collection at cmag.com.au/nolan

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Sidney NOLAN Policeman in wombat hole, 1946. Enamel on composition.
Gift of the Artist to the People of Australia.