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Archibald Prize 2021 tour

Peter Wegner Portrait of Guy Warren at 100, Archibald Prize 2021 winner

Peter Wegner Portrait of Guy Warren at 100, Archibald Prize 2021 winner © the artist

Australia’s favourite and most significant art award

The annual Archibald Prize is eagerly anticipated by artists and audiences alike.

Judged by the trustees of the Art Gallery of NSW, the prize is awarded to the best portrait painting. Since 1921, it has highlighted figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes, reflecting back to us the stories of our times.

This touring exhibition is an opportunity to see all the finalists in the Archibald Prize 2021.

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