‘Australia has a rare privilege and responsibility in regard to maintaining Aboriginal culture, an important part of the world’s heritage. The Australia Council, the national arts funding and advisory body, maintains a strong commitment to the role it plays in revitalising contemporary art. Australia’s participation in the 1990 Venice Biennale means that for the first time two Aboriginal artists, Trevor Nickolls and Rover Thomas, will exhibit in this prestigious event, claiming a well deserved place on the world stage.’ pp. 59 illusts Aboriginal Art. #1020 ISBN 10: 073090783X ISBN 13: 9780730907831 (Name on prelim.)