Elaine Haxton Interview
James Gleeson Oral History Collection
James Gleeson interviews Elaine Haxton
22 November 1978
In the 1970s, leading surrealist painter Dr James Gleeson AO ventured into the studios of 98 Australian artists to discuss their works that had been acquired by the Gallery. As an artist, curator and writer, Gleeson brought a deeply thoughtful and personal perspective to these conversations.
The interviews, originally recorded on audio cassette tapes, now form the basis of a unique archive – the James Gleeson Oral History Collection – a vital historical and cultural resource for the study of contemporary Australian art. They provide first-hand insights into the genesis and creation of select works of art, mapping their enduring influence on Australian society more broadly.
Art & Artists
Referenced
Toni
c.1944
Set and costume designs: from Journey to the moon
(1960)
Costume designs for four figures based on traditional puppet costumes from The Hassan project
1959
Costume designs for two male figures: from The Hassan project [verso]
(1959)
Costume designs for four traditional puppet costumes: from The Hassan project
(1959)
Set design for backcloth: from Daughter of Silence [recto]
(1962)
Costume designs for policeman: from The Cats
(1962)
Costume designs for members of the gang: from The Cats
(1962)
Three sketches: from Madame Butterfly [verso]
(1960)
Costume design for Punchinello: from Parades
1962
Costume design for Harlequin: from Parades
1962
Costume design for the Tzigane boy: from Coppelia
(1952)
Costume design for the doll in a blue skirt: from Coppelia
(1952)
Set design for Act 1, Scene 1: from The Nutcracker
(1955)
Nutcracker and Franz
1955
Set design, first rough for Act II: from Los Tres Diabolos [recto]
(c1955)
Costume design for the leading devil: from Los Tres Diabolos
(c1955)
