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50 Years as a Sculptor by Michael Meszaros – online exhibition

This exhibition celebrates local Boroondara sculptor Michael Meszaros’ 50-year career as a full-time, self-supporting artist. Meszaros has produced a number of well-known public works throughout Melbourne, Australia and internationally. Working primarily in bronze, fabricated copper and stainless steel, his work includes portraits, relief sculptures, exhibition sculptures and his particular speciality, medals.

The origin of the modern art medal can be traced back to the coins of Ancient Greece, with symbolic designs representing cities and rulers. Today, medal as art is less restrictive, allowing for irregular shapes and a variety of materials and subject matter.

View a collection of Meszaros’ commissioned medals created for prizes, awards, centenaries, and unveilings; as well as more personal works and portraits created for both private and institutional clients. Meszaros’ medals have won a number of international awards, and he has received a range of local prizes for his sculptural works.

‘50 years as a Sculptor’ was on display at Town Hall Gallery from Tuesday 3 August until Saturday 25 September 2021.

Sculptures

Elected Representative sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Elected Representative’, 2017, bronze, 34 x 28 x 13cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Political Ambition sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Political Ambition’, 2016, bronze, 33 x 18 x 24cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Pursued sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Pursued’, 2010, bronze, 32 x 37 xx 39cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Brumbies sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Brumbies’, 2013, bronze, 30 x 50 x 13cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Pouring sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Pouring’, 1981, brass, edition of 6, 47 x 16 x 14cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Bird Dancer sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Bird Dancer’, 1991, bronze, 46 x 20 x 14cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Willy Willy sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Willy Willy’, 2009, bronze, 54 x 18 x 18cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Bushfire sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Bushfire’, 2006, bronze, edition of 6, 48 x 54 x 28cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Struggle with Disability sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Struggle with Disability’, 1995, bronze, 67 x 20 x 16cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Prisoner sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Prisoner’, 2000, bronze, edition of 6, 54 x 16 x 14cm, image courtesy of the artist.
Drift sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Drift’, 2006, bronze, 45 x 34 x 22cm, image courtesy of the artist.

Medals

Bus Stop – Wet Day sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Bus Stop – Wet Day’, 2007, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 10.2 x 11cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Clouded Moon sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Clouded Moon’, 1999, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 10 x 14cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Difference of Opinion sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Difference of Opinion’, 1993, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 10cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Eucalyptus sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Eucalyptus’, 2001, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 10cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Hill Town sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Hill Town’, 1985, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 13 x 12.2cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Tree sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Tree’, 1979, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 10cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Great Minds Think Alike sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Great Minds Think Alike’, 2004, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 10cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
The Hat sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘The Hat’, 1995, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 11.3cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Freeway Interchange sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Freeway Interchange’, 1998, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 14.5 x 13.5cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.
Autobiography sculptures by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Autobiography’, 2006, bronze mounted onto wood, edition of 25, 11.3cm diameter, image courtesy of the artist.

Public Art Commissions

Royal Women’s Hospital sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Royal Women’s Hospital’, footpath sculpture, front view, Parkville, 2008, image courtesy of the artist.
Lady Mayoress sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Lady Mayoress’, Camberwell Civic Centre, 1982, image courtesy of the artist.
Distant Conversations sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, Telstra HQ Foyer ‘Distant Conversations’, now at Mt Buller, 1992, image courtesy of the artist.
Sidney Myer memorial sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Sidney Myer memorial’, Myer Music Bowl, 2000, image courtesy of the artist.
The Reuniting Family sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘The Reuniting Family’, Rialto Building, Collins St, Melbourne, 2008, image courtesy of the artist.
WW1 Tunnellers sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘WW1 Tunnellers’, Memorial relief, Townsville and Ploegsteert Belgium, 2010, image courtesy of the artist.
Sam the Koala relief sculpture by Michael Meszaros
Michael Meszaros, ‘Sam the Koala relief’, Mirboo North, 2011, image courtesy of the artist.

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