Govett's Leap 1933

"Govett's Leap" is a 1933 oil painting by Australian artist Grace Cossington Smith. The painting captures the dramatic landscape of Govett's Leap, a waterfall located in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales. Smith's use of bold, expressive brushstrokes and vivid colours creates a dynamic and energetic composition that reflects the power and beauty of the natural world. The painting demonstrates the artist's commitment to Modernist principles, particularly Cubism and Expressionism. This artwork is a key example of early Australian modernist landscape painting, offering viewers a unique perspective on the Australian landscape.