University Art Collection
The University of Melbourne Art Collection is the largest University-based art collection in Australia, compromising over 18,000 artworks. The collection includes major holdings of paintings, prints and drawings, ceramics, and sculpture, including contemporary Australian art and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art.
Within the University Art Collection are a number of significant collections, from the Rupert Bunny and Michael Buxton Collections to the Classics and Archaeology Collection. Discover the collections and significant works of art below or search the collections database online.
The University Art Collection is displayed in curated exhibitions across cultural venues on campus and is accessible through teaching and learning programs.
Collection Access
If you wish to access the University Art Collection or would like to view, raise a general enquiry, or request an image of collection material, please submit a request via the Access Request Form.
Please note that some collection items may not be suitable for digitisation due to factors such as age, fragility, copyright, and other considerations. In some circumstances, a fee may apply to image requests to recover costs associated with digitisation for publication and commercial use. A quote will be provided at the time of request.
Request Access to the Collections
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Michael Buxton Collection
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Rupert Bunny Collection
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Classics and Archaeology Collection
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Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack Collection
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Margaret Lawrence Australian Ceramics Collection
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Norman Lindsay Collection
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Norman Macgeorge Collection
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Hugh Ramsay Collection
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VCA Art Collection
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Ewing Collection
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Gerard Herbst Poster Collection
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Russell and Mab Grimwade Collection