Alexandra 1953

"Alexandra" is a 1953 watercolor painting by New Zealand artist Rita Angus (1908-1970). The work, currently held at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, depicts a serene landscape with a winding river flowing through a valley, framed by rugged mountains and dense vegetation. Angus is known for her captivating landscapes of the South Island of New Zealand, where she often depicted the country's beauty and remoteness. The soft, translucent washes of color and the delicate details of the foliage create a sense of tranquility and peaceful isolation.