Supporters of Asian Art

The National Gallery of Victoria, which was established in 1861, is the oldest public gallery in Australia, and it was the first to collect Asian art, beginning in 1862.
 
The NGV’s Asian collections include Chinese, Japanese, Korean, South Asian, Himalayan, South East Asian and Persian art dating for the 2nd millennium BC to the 21st century.  The collections reflect not only the rich diversity of the artistic traditions of Asia but also the artistic, cultural and spiritual links that were brought about by cross-cultural contacts and interactions.

In 2007, the NGV Foundation launched Supporters of Asian Art with a view to strengthening and enriching the Asian collections.

Become a Supporter of Asian Art
Supporters of Asian Art has been established for individuals and companies who wish to become more closely involved with the Asian collections of the National Gallery of Victoria.  SAA has a commitment to promote and cultivate a greater understanding and appreciation of Asian art and culture.  The focus of the group is to secure major works of art through gifts and cash donations.

Donations to the National Gallery of Victoria are tax deductible, and all funds raised through the program are directed to the acquisition of Asian works of art.

For all enquiries about Supporters of Asian Art, please contact NGV Foundation