Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts, a Historical and Cultural Showcase
The Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts is considered to be one of the premier cultural sites in Hobart, Australia.
Boasting a fine collection of valuable books and manuscripts, as well as an acclaimed collection of original artworks the institution is renowned for its exceptional compilation of precious items.
The magnificent collection of books and pamphlets was commenced by Cecil Allport at the turn of the 1900s, and subsequently was expanded by his son Henry.
A large proportion of the items in the collection are priceless volumes of rare works, many relating to Australia and the Pacific region, although there is also a fascinating variety of works on topics relating to the local region.
A good proportion of the items in the collection are the only copies existent in Tasmania.
After Henry Allport's death, additional material was acquired through the Endowment Fund of the library and by donation.
The library additionally features photos of distinguished Tasmanians and members of the Allport family as well as images of the environs of Hobart.
The Allport family was also prominent lovers of the arts, as is demonstrated by the variety and quality of the artworks on display which include about 2,000 originals in addition to approximately 500 prints.
Further delights for art connoisseurs are contained in various sketchbooks and albums.
Prominently featured are the works of competent artists in the family, such as Curzona Frances Louise Allport and Mary Morton Allport.
The collection also includes the work of a multitude of colonial-era landscape artists and convict artists.
Additional treasures include exquisite French, English and Chinese porcelain, Georgian glass and silver as well as magnificent Sheraton, Chippendale and Hepplewhite furniture in walnut and mahogany dating to the 17th century.
Today the Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts continues to attract book and art lovers from around the world, as befitting its status as one of the premier cultural institutions of Tasmania.
For the traveler seeking Hobart serviced apartments an ideal choice would be the Somerset Serviced Residence on Salamanca, a comfortable accommodation that never fails to satisfy with well appointed rooms and efficient service.
Boasting a fine collection of valuable books and manuscripts, as well as an acclaimed collection of original artworks the institution is renowned for its exceptional compilation of precious items.
The magnificent collection of books and pamphlets was commenced by Cecil Allport at the turn of the 1900s, and subsequently was expanded by his son Henry.
A large proportion of the items in the collection are priceless volumes of rare works, many relating to Australia and the Pacific region, although there is also a fascinating variety of works on topics relating to the local region.
A good proportion of the items in the collection are the only copies existent in Tasmania.
After Henry Allport's death, additional material was acquired through the Endowment Fund of the library and by donation.
The library additionally features photos of distinguished Tasmanians and members of the Allport family as well as images of the environs of Hobart.
The Allport family was also prominent lovers of the arts, as is demonstrated by the variety and quality of the artworks on display which include about 2,000 originals in addition to approximately 500 prints.
Further delights for art connoisseurs are contained in various sketchbooks and albums.
Prominently featured are the works of competent artists in the family, such as Curzona Frances Louise Allport and Mary Morton Allport.
The collection also includes the work of a multitude of colonial-era landscape artists and convict artists.
Additional treasures include exquisite French, English and Chinese porcelain, Georgian glass and silver as well as magnificent Sheraton, Chippendale and Hepplewhite furniture in walnut and mahogany dating to the 17th century.
Today the Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts continues to attract book and art lovers from around the world, as befitting its status as one of the premier cultural institutions of Tasmania.
For the traveler seeking Hobart serviced apartments an ideal choice would be the Somerset Serviced Residence on Salamanca, a comfortable accommodation that never fails to satisfy with well appointed rooms and efficient service.
