Spinifex Ridge near Mt Wallace Waterhole 1945

"Spinifex Ridge near Mt Wallace Waterhole" is a watercolor painting by Albert Namatjira, a renowned Indigenous Australian artist. Created in 1945, the artwork showcases Namatjira's signature style of depicting the rugged beauty of the Australian Outback. The painting features a central gum tree standing tall against the backdrop of a vast, rocky landscape. Its delicate brushstrokes and vibrant hues capture the arid landscape and the play of light and shadow, conveying the artist's profound connection to his homeland. Namatjira's artwork gained international recognition and helped to redefine Australian art by bringing Indigenous perspectives to the forefront.