John Suchomlin sand sculpture, Pinch of Poverty, Manly, 1931

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Record numberLH010385Date1931DescriptionPortrait of sand artist John Suchomlin with, Pinch of Poverty, a sand sculpture by the sand artist. Sculptor John Suchomlin began sand modeling in 1926 and by 1928 his work first appeared on the harbour beach at Manly, east of the wharf. Greater numbers of tourists favoured the Ocean Beach so he relocated there in 1929. The subject matter of Suchomlin’s work varied over his lifetime but was predominantly based on his religious beliefs and during the Depression, the disparity between rich and poor was a common theme. He is known to have created sand models of the Royal Family, mythological creatures such as mermaids, and famous people and folk, and to commemorate major events
SubjectsManly Beach (N.S.W.)Sand sculpturesPhysical descriptionBlack and White; Landscape; Digital Image 300 DPICopyrightThis item may be used freely for research and study purposes, for all other uses contact Northern Beaches Council Library Local Studies. Please acknowledge that the item is courtesy of Northern Beaches Council Library Local Studies.

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John Suchomlin sand sculpture, Pinch of Poverty, Manly, 1931

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John Suchomlin sand sculpture, Pinch of Poverty, Manly, 1931