Elaine Haxton 'Chinese Landscape' drawing

Elaine Haxton 'Chinese Landscape' drawingElaine Haxton had a varied and rich career in the arts. She travelled extensively and was part of an artistic enclave that included Russell Drysdale, Donald Friend and William Dobell (her portrait of whom was a finalist in the 1941 Archibald). A painter and printmaker, she also studied theatre design in New York, and designed ballet costumes and sets in Dutch New Guinea. Chinese Landscape is a testament to Haxtons graphic ability. It is engrossing, a

For collectors of contemporary landscape art and those interested in Australian history

First Nations concepts of place and his own memories — creating striking impressions of the landscape that linger long after first encountering them

his work could also be startlingly quiet - moments of reflection struck clear

but may show some small signs of surrounding wear to paper

minor spot in right margin

Creatures - human

‘Axiom’

Exhibited:

Very minor imperfections

'Seated Nude' 1972

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These still life Lillies are textured and bright – poetic symbols that point to the gentle beauty of our everyday experience