Painting, A S Murray, The Great Lake, n.d

Historical information

CEMA Art Collection
Previously located in History House

Physical description

The painting depicts a large body of water surrounded by hills and mountains. The work is predominantly grey with the calm grey water of the lake opposed by by the ominous cloudy grey sky. In the foreground is a grassy hill top with several large rocks. The background features a line of distant grey mountains. The work has a gilded ornate frame with no mount and exposed canvas.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: A. S. Murray
Plaque attached to frame: THE GREAT LAKE
(TASMANIA)
Back: W. HAMER
189 Sturt Street, Ballarat,
VICTORIA BUILDINGS OPPOSITE CITY FIRE BRIGADE

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