Sketch for Central Otago (Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables) 1953

"Sketch for Central Otago (Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables)" is a 1953 watercolor by New Zealand artist Rita Angus. The artwork depicts the breathtaking landscape of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range in Central Otago, New Zealand, with a focus on a lone tree in the foreground. Angus's signature style is evident in the painting's muted palette and soft, atmospheric washes of color. The painting, currently held in the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington, is a testament to Angus's fascination with New Zealand's unique natural beauty.