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Amundesen III by Blair Anderson
Amundesen III
Amundesen III by Blair Anderson
Amundesen III by Blair Anderson

Amundesen III

Artist (Glasgow, Scotland, born 1967)
Associated (Oslo, Norway, 1872 - 1928)
Date1997
Mediumoil and collage on board
ClassificationsPaintings And Drawings
DimensionsOverall: Height: 65.5 cm, Width: 90.5 cm
Frame: Height: 77.4 cm, Width: 102.6 cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1997 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions and the Friends of Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums.
Copyright© Blair Anderson
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG012359
Keywords
About MeBlair Anderson studied at Gray's School of Art in Aberdeen. He is an artist whose work has changed at a rapid pace in recent years. Recently he has concentrated on images of flags, using them in a novel and interesting way.

This haunting, moving image accurately conveys the feeling of bleakness at the extremities of the world. The efforts of Amundsen's team, who conquered the South Pole, are brought home to the viewer; the torn edges and sombre colours, a reminder of the risks involved. This is a work that invites close inspection - the textures and layers have almost the effect of a construction.

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How does this image make you feel? How would a damaged flag from your home nation make you feel?

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