Albert Namatjira

Albert Namatjira (1902–1959) was an Australian painter and botanical collector.

Also recorded as Elea Namatjira.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Elea Namatjira.

Born at Hermannsburg in 1902, died at Alice Springs in 1959.

In detail

the recorded working language is English and Arrernte.

The field of work recorded is watercolor. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are landscape.

Work by Albert Namatjira is recorded in the collections of National Gallery of Victoria and Art Gallery of South Australia.

Distinctions recorded are Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Medal.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Albert Namatjira”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q560086: Albert Namatjira

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