Natives on the Ouse River, Van Diemen's Land 1838

John Glover’s 1838 painting, "Natives on the Ouse River, Van Diemen's Land," depicts a serene landscape with Indigenous Australians fishing and gathering by a river. The painting's detailed rendering of the native flora, including eucalyptus trees, showcases Glover’s meticulous approach to capturing the natural beauty of Tasmania, formerly known as Van Diemen's Land. The painting offers a glimpse into the lives of Indigenous Australians during a period of significant colonial change, highlighting the cultural interaction between European settlers and the island's original inhabitants.