Eugene von Guerard
1811–1901 · Australian · 30 artworks
RomanticismDetailed botanical and geological accuracyDramatic lighting effectsSublime landscape compositionsUse of aerial perspectiveEmphasis on the grandeur of nature
artist bio
Eugene von Guerard was an Austrian-born Australian artist known for his detailed landscapes that capture the unique beauty of the Australian and New Zealand environments. His work is significant for its blend of Romanticism and scientific observation, providing valuable historical records of the natural world.
what you'll learn
Studying von Guerard's work allows students to understand the principles of Romantic landscape painting, including the use of light, shadow, and detail to create dramatic and evocative scenes. Students can also learn about the importance of observation and documentation in art.
related: Albert Bierstadt, Thomas Cole
30 artworks
Dandenong Ranges from Beleura
1870
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Koort Koort-nong homestead, near Camperdown, Victoria, with Mount Elephant in the distance
1860
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Castle Rock, Cape Schanck
1867
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Sydney Heads
1865
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Weatherboard Fall, N.S.W.
1867
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Milford Sound, New Zealand
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Eugene von Guérard, Ballarat
1854
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Spring in the valley of the Mitta Mitta with the Bogong Ranges in the distance
1863
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View of the snowy bluff on the Wonnangatta River
1864
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North east view from the top of Mt Kosciusko
1866
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Lake Wakatipu with Mount Earnslaw, Middle Island, New Zealand
1879
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Spring in the valley of the Mitta Mitta with the Bogong Ranges
1866
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Mount Langi from Pleasant Creek
1871
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Mr Clark's Station, Deep Creek, near Keilor
1867
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Warrenheip Hills near Ballarat
1854
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View of the granite rocks at Cape Woolamai
1872
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Murray River, Moorundi
1867
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View of Geelong
1856
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Waterfall, Strath Creek
1862
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Govett's Leap and Grose River Valley, Blue Mountains, New South Wales
1873
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North-east view from the northern top of Mount Kosciusko
1863
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Mount William and part of the Grampians in West Victoria
1865
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Weatherboard Creek Falls, Jamieson's Valley, New South Wales
1862
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Mount Kosciusko, seen from the Victorian border (Mount Hope Ranges)
1866
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Mount William as from Mount Dryden in the Grampians, Victoria
1892
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Hobart Town
1867
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Mount William from Mount Dryden
1857
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Yalla-y-Poora
1864
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The valley of the Ovens River
1867
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Tea Trees near Cape Schanck, Victoria
1865
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