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The Archibald Prize is awarded for the best portrait painting by an Australian artist. It is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious art awards, established in 1921.

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He left money for an annual prize and set up the rules.

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Sir William Alexandera Dargie who has won the 1941, 1942, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1950 and 1952.

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William Dobell won with his painting of Joshua Smith.

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What year did the Archibald Prize begin?

The Archibald Prize began in 1921. It is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious art prizes, awarded annually for the best portrait painting.


What prizes are in the Archibald prize?

The prize you get in the Archibald prize is $50,000. WOW


When was Archibald Prize created?

Archibald Prize was created in 1921.


Who established the archibald prize?

Jules F Archibald was the person who established the Archibald prize for portraiture.


When did Archibald invent the Archibald Prize?

The Archibald Prize was first awarded to W. B. McInnes in 1921.


Who was the Archibald Prize named after and why?

The Archibald Prize was named after John Feltham Archibald who was later then known as Jules Francois Archibald. The Archibald prize was named after his death in 1919, where he left 89,061 pounds (which is 139,626 USD or 142,796 AUD). After his death one-tenth of the prize was provided for the Archibald prize to commence.


Who invented the Archibald Prize?

J.F archibald


Who won the archibald prize 2012?

Raelene Sharp won the archibald prize for 2012


Who is the current Archibald prize winner?

The 2009 winner of the Archibald Prize was Guy Maestri.


Who won the Archibald Prize in the 1900-1910?

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How many entries where in for last year for archibald prize?

There were 1068 entries for the Archibald Prize last year.


What was the original prize money for the Archibald prize?

3$