Barry Lett Galleries

Barry Lett Galleries was a contemporary art space in Auckland that showed work by New Zealand artists. The gallery displayed paintings and other pieces that rotated regularly, featuring artists working in different styles and approaches.

The gallery opened in 1965 after another art space had closed, creating a need for a new venue. It operated as a key site for showing contemporary work in the city for over a decade.

The space gave artists a place to show their work to more people in the city. Visitors could see experimental pieces displayed alongside traditional paintings and understand what contemporary art looked like at the time.

The space held rotating exhibitions that changed regularly throughout the year. People planning a visit could check what artists or works were on show at different times.

The gallery was known for working with Jim Allen, an artist exploring art beyond traditional objects. His teaching at a local art school meant his students' work was also shown in the space.

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