Sunset, Ramu Valley Accession Number: ART26576

Description

Looking in the opposite direction to the Finisterre Ranges from the Ramu Valley, near Dumpu. The sun sets behind some clouds in the distance. When the decision was made in 1943 to develop the Lae area in New Guinea as a major Allied staging post and base it was quickly realised that the control of the combined Markham and Ramu River Valleys would be vital to the area's security.

Details

Accession Number
ART26576
Classification
Art
Object Type
Painting
Measurement
Overall: 21.6 cm x 34 cm
Medium
oil on board
Date Made
June 1944
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Credit Line
Acquired under official war art scheme 1947
Copyright
Copyright expired - public domain

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