The bath of Diana, Van Diemen's Land 1837

"The Bath of Diana, Van Diemen's Land" is a landscape painting by John Glover, completed in 1837. The painting depicts a river scene in Tasmania (formerly known as Van Diemen's Land), featuring Indigenous Australians engaging in traditional activities. Glover's precise rendering of the landscape, with its dramatic rock formations, lush vegetation and serene river, conveys a sense of the beauty and grandeur of the Australian wilderness. The presence of Indigenous Australians in the composition highlights the cultural context of the land and provides a glimpse into their everyday life. This work exemplifies Glover's artistic style, characterized by meticulous detail and a romantic sensibility. The painting is a valuable record of early colonial life in Tasmania and a testament to Glover's talent as a landscape painter.