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Cazneaux Tree, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia, Australia
This magnificent River Red Gum tree, often referred to as the Cazneaux Tree, was photographed by renowned Australian photographer Harold Cazneaux in 1937. His photograph, titled 'Spirit of Endurance', gained international recognition and was arguably Cazneaux's most famous work, winning many awards in Australian and International exhibitions.
When I photographed this tree, it still stood alone and mighty, almost unchanged after almost 75 years. After a beautiful sunrise that lit up the sky pink, the first rays of sun began to break through and reach this tree. Standing there photographing this tree, with the constantly changing light and imposing Wilpena Pound in the background, it was hard not to concur with the thoughts of Cazneaux himself. In May 1941 he wrote:
"This giant gum tree stands in solitary grandeur on a lonely plateau in the arid Flinders Ranges, South Australia, where it has grown up from a sapling through the years, and long before the shade from its giant limbs ever gave shelter from heat to white men. The passing of the years has left it scarred and marked by the elements - storm, fire, water, - unconquered, it speaks to us from a Spirit of Endurance. Although aged, its widespread limbs speak of a vitality that will carry on for many more years. One day, when the sun shone hot and strong, I stood before this giant in silent wonder and admiration. The hot wind stirred its leafy boughs, and some of the living elements of this tree passed to me in understanding and friendliness expressing The Spirit of Australia."
Cazneaux regarded his photograph of this tree as his most Australian picture and called it the Spirit of Endurance, which I have adopted here for it truly sums up what you feel when you see this tree.
AWARDS
2013 | Gold Award - NSW/ACT Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) Professional Photography Awards
2013 | Silver Award - Canon Australian Professional Photography Awards (APPA)
All Scott Leggo artworks are made to order, locally in Australia. They are produced using the highest archival materials and processes to ensure your artwork lasts for years to come. You can choose the artwork type that best suits the look and feel of your home or workplace.
CANVAS
Superior grade canvas, printed with archival inks and laminated to protect your print. The texture of the canvas creates a 'painterly' feel to the photograph. Your print comes stretched on a kiln-dried Meranti timber frame, ready to hang. A popular, affordable, lightweight and modern way to enjoy Scott’s photographs on your wall. | Learn more |
UNFRAMED PRINT
Exquisite Hahnemühle Photo Rag fine art cotton paper. Museum quality, archival fine art paper and inks. As a print only, this requires framing, allowing you to select your own mounting and framing options. Unframed prints come rolled in a protective tube, making them best for international customers. The print has an additional 6cm white border around the photo, allowing sufficient room to accomodate various framing choices. | Learn more |
FRAMED PRINT
This clean, simple and modern look will suit any home. Your Hahnemühle fine art paper print is mounted and framed in a contemporary shadow box frame (approx 27mm wide x 48mm deep) that is available in white or raw wood. It is completed with museum grade acrylic (rather than glass) as it is light weight, transports well (doesn't break), and protects against 99% of UV. Framed prints come ready to hang on your wall. The listed size is for the print itself - the border and frame add approx 7.5cm to each side of the print (ie 15cm additional length in total).
ACRYLIC - WALL MOUNT
This frameless, glass like feel is one of the most impressive and striking ways to display your print. Printed on a professional metallic paper, creates a 'pearlescent' metallic gloss finish. The print is then face-mounted onto optically clear, museum grade acrylic which offers 99% UV protection. The crisp, clean image is then backed with treated aluminium, protecting your print from front to back. It is then finished with a diamond edge polisher. This comes ready to hang, with a thin aluminium frame hidden behind the print, so your print can be securely hung on your wall.
ACRYLIC - DESK BLOCK
Acrylic desk blocks give the print a three dimensional look and make excellent gifts. They are perfect for desks, bookshelves, and mantelpieces. These are 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 a final hand polish. Since they are free-standing, no hanging system is required.
LIMITED EDITION PRINTS
Select photographs are only available as limited edition prints. Scott’s approach to his limited edition prints ensures they are possessed only by a small number of clients, guaranteeing your artwork's investment into the future. | Learn more |
FREE DELIVERY AUSTRALIA WIDE
All Scott's prints are delivered Australia wide for free. Postage rates apply for international delivery.
DELIVERY TIMELINES
Please allow the following times for delivery:
- Canvas, acrylic desk blocks & unframed prints: Approx two weeks
- Framed prints and acrylic wall mount: Approx four weeks
- For international orders please allow an additional two weeks
