Cazneaux Tree, Wilpena, Flinders Ranges, South Australia, Australia
On this morning, with the day still cool and the sun yet to rise, I stood before this giant red gum in awe. As dawn emerged the sky began to light up. With Wilpena Pound in the background, it was a perfect backdrop to capture this magnificent tree which survives despite the harsh realities of outback Australia.
This old majestic river red gum, best known as 'Cazneaux's Tree', is a much loved and famous tree near Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges. It came to fame in 1937 when Harold Cazneaux photographed it and called it "Spirit of Endurance" as testament to life in such a hard and unforgiving environment. His photo won international acclaim and since then the tree has been photographed and painted many times.
Available in three acrylic desk block sizes:
Our acrylic desk blocks give the photo a three dimensional look. They are perfect for desks, bookshelves, mantlepieces, bed side tables - any horizontal surface.
The photo is printed on professional grade metallic photographic paper, using archival inks. It is then mounted on the back of an acrylic (plexiglass) block. It is finished with diamond polishing, buffing and final hand polish.
They are free standing, so no hanging system is required. These are a very popular option for gifts, farewell presents or if you need a small lightweight option to travel with. Acrylic desk blocks come in a box ready to gift.
