Under a Southern Sun (Timber Splitter's Camp) 1890

"Under a Southern Sun (Timber Splitter's Camp)" is a painting by Charles Conder, dating back to 1890. This Impressionistic piece captures the Australian landscape with a single, tall gum tree dominating the scene. The canvas portrays a timber splitter's camp, with a fallen log and a tent in the background. Conder's use of loose brushstrokes and a muted palette evokes the heat and dryness of the Australian outback. The figures, though small, add a human element to the scene. The artwork's title "Under a Southern Sun" reflects the setting of the piece, depicting a typical Australian landscape under the blazing sun.