{"product_id":"j-515","title":"Vintage 1970s original oil painting, Wim Kortland, Australian landscape artwork","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClassic vintage Impressionist Australian landscape painting, by renowned artist Wim Kortland, entitled \"Woori Yallock Creek\". \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe piece depicts a tranquil scene of Woori Yallock Creek, a waterway located in the Yarra Valley region of Victoria, Australia, highlighting native gum trees, soft muddy banks, and light reflecting off the water's surface. Framed with solid deep set gilt wood, ready to hang. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e59cm x 51cm frame overall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWim Kortland (1923-) is a Dutch-born Australian painter renowned for his evocative landscapes that capture the essence of the Australian countryside. Born in Holland, Kortland studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rotterdam before immigrating to Australia in 1960 at the age of 37. Upon his arrival, he was captivated by the Australian bush and began painting scenes from regions such as the Goulburn Valley and the Yarra Valley. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Kortland's artistic repertoire primarily includes oil paintings and watercolours, often depicting serene rural settings, riverbanks, and forested areas. His works are characterized by their on-location execution, aiming to authentically capture the natural light and atmosphere of the landscapes. Notable pieces include \"Still Morning Mist\" (1981), \"Wilson Farm near Talbot, Victoria\" (1980), and \"Yarra Valley\" (1983). Today, Kortland's paintings are sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts who value his ability to convey the tranquil beauty of Australia's natural environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodberry's Vintage Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49219699572993,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/7840\/7169\/files\/E8CC9227-26A0-492A-B821-FD5A79B5843B.jpg?v=1780307236","url":"https:\/\/woodberrys-art.myshopify.com\/products\/j-515","provider":"Woodberry's Vintage Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}