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The Cane Toad, 2023
"Don't let this chance slip away; elevate your collection with 'The Cane Toad, 2023.' This exquisite original acrylic artwork on linen, impeccably framed and prepared for display, captures the essence of historical events reshaping Australian wildlife. Acquire this captivating piece today and infuse your collection with a compelling narrative of ecological transformation."
559 x 711 mm
Acrylic on linen, ready to hang
Floating Frame (Espresso)
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"The Toad, 2023" is a thought-provoking portrait that delves into the historical impact of Captain Louis Hope and John Buhot's establishment of the first viable cane plantation in Brisbane in 1862, marking the beginning of commercial sugar production. This acrylic painting captures the essence of that era.
Within the composition, a poignant scene unfolds. A quoll, symbolising the native wildlife, lies lifeless on a table beside the toad. This juxtaposition serves as a powerful reminder of the quoll's fatal attraction to the toad, as their appetite for these creatures leads to their demise due to the toxins they contain.
The artwork aims to shed light on the complex ecological consequences resulting from the introduction of invasive species. The spread of cane toads, now exceeding 2 million in Australia, has caused a significant decline and even extinction of native wildlife.
For more information on the Cane Toad, click on the links below:
Saving the northern quoll from cane toads
Pioneers of the Sugar Industry
Toadzilla”, was found by rangers in Queensland’s Conway National Park