Work on paper, Gunnar Neeme, Haystacks in Estonia, 1965

Historical information

Born in Estonia and immigrated to Australia after WW2, Gunnar Neeme is widely known around the world for his artistic abilities winning many awards in Australia, Germany, and Estonia, he is also a well-known writer. Neeme was a prominent figure in the Estonian society of Australia.

Physical description

An illustration of a pastoral harvest scene in Estonia painted in watercolour and then overlaid with a black marking pen.

Inscriptions & markings

Obverse:
GNEEME/ 1965/ (bottom left corner)
Gunter Neeme/ "RAY STOOKS IN ESTONIA'/ PRESENTED BY/ V. KENTMANN/ CHIEF CLERK 1951-69/ (plaque mounted on frame)

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