Of all Charles Edward Conder's paintings, Colombo (1890) is the most famous; it hangs in the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne. Close behind come Rickett's Point (1890) and A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road (also known as Pugh's Lagoon or A Cove on the Hawkesbury) (1887). Among the 100 works by Charles Edward Conder in our catalogue, these 100 are the most celebrated, each shown with its date, its museum and its story.
Ranked by our popularity score, which combines the searches, visits and orders for each work. Updated Ekim 2026. Each painting on this page can be ordered as an oil reproduction painted by hand on linen canvas, or as a fine art print, made to the size you choose.
The Heidelberg School emerged during a period of significant artistic experimentation in Australia. Influenced by Impressionism originating in France, artists like Conder sought to depict the Australian landscape with unprecedented sensitivity and immediacy. This movement challenged academic conventions and championed plein air painting—working outdoors directly from nature—a radical departure from studio practice at the time.
Rickett's Point – A Snapshot of Heidelberg School Idyllic Beauty Charles Edward Conder’s “Rickett’s Point,” completed in 1890, stands as a quintessential example of the Heidelberg School artistic movement—a celebration of Australian landscape painting at its zenith. Captured with remarkable precision and imbued with a palpable sense of tranquility, this artwork transports viewers to the shores of Rickett's Point, Victoria, offering a glimpse into the leisurely pursuits of Victorian society.…
In the delicate brushstrokes of Charles Edward Conder’s 1887 masterpiece, A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road, we are invited to step into a moment of profound tranquility. This evocative landscape, also known as Pugh's Lagoon, captures more than just a geographical location; it captures a feeling of suspended time. The scene unfolds along a sun-drenched shoreline where the gentle rhythm of the water meets the soft textures of the…
In the gentle light of 1890, Charles Edward Conder captured a moment of profound tranquility in his masterpiece, On the River Yarra near Heidelberg, Victoria. This evocative oil on canvas serves as more than just a landscape; it is a window into the soul of the Australian countryside during a pivotal era of artistic discovery. The scene unfolds along the banks of the Yarra River, where the water rests in…
In the heart of late Victorian Paris, amidst the bohemian pulse of the Pigalle district, Charles Edward Conder captured a fleeting moment of pure, unadulterated joy. The Moulin Rouge is not merely a painting of a cabaret; it is an immersive descent into the vibrant energy of the Belle Époque. Through his masterful lens, the canvas breathes with the spirit of a society indulging in its most exuberant pleasures. The…
Night in the Garden in Spain is an oil on canvas painted by Charles Conder. The work emerged in 1895, capturing a specific moment of evening light and shadow. It remains part of the permanent collection at the Art Gallery of Western Australia in Perth, Australia.
Charles Edward Conder’s “Dieppe,” painted in 1895, isn't merely a depiction of a coastal scene; it’s an immersion into a fleeting moment of tranquility and observation. The canvas breathes with the muted palette of a late afternoon – a symphony of blues deepening towards the horizon, punctuated by the warm ochres and yellows of the sand and distant buildings. The composition immediately draws the eye along a gentle diagonal path…
To gaze upon Charles Edward Conder's "The Farm, Richmond, New South Wales" is to step through a veil of time directly into the sun-drenched heart of colonial Australian life. Painted in 1888, this oil on canvas is far more than a mere depiction of rural scenery; it is an evocative meditation on peace, community, and the enduring rhythm of agricultural existence. Conder masterfully captures a moment suspended in amber—a tableau…
The painting The Shore at Dornoch is a beautiful depiction of a woman sitting on the beach with her dog, created by the talented artist Charles Edward Conder…
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In the delicate dance between light and shadow, Charles Edward Conder’s Sketch Portrait emerges as a captivating study of elegance and poise. Painted in 1889, this evocative work…
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Charles Edward Conder's "Going Home (The Gray and Gold)," painted in 1888, is more than a simple depiction of a Sydney street at dusk; it’s a poignant meditation…
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The air in the studio feels heavy with the scent of oil and the weight of a silent gaze. A man sits before us, his dark hair framing…
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In the gentle embrace of the Australian countryside, Charles Edward Conder captures a moment of profound stillness in his 1888 masterpiece, A Taste for Literature. This evocative oil…
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In the luminous masterpiece Ricketts Point, Beaumaris, Charles Edward Conder invites us to step into a world of pure, unadulterated joy. Painted in 1890, this sweeping composition captures…
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There is a profound, almost palpable warmth that radiates from Charles Edward Conder’s 1906 masterpiece, The Sands, Newquay. As one gazes upon this exquisite oil on canvas, the…
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Charles Edward Conder's "Mirage," painted in 1889, isn’t merely a depiction of a landscape; it’s an invitation into a realm where reality subtly bends, inviting contemplation on the…
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Charles Edward Conder's "Springime," painted in 1892, isn’t merely a depiction of springtime; it’s an immersion into the very essence of renewal. This oil on canvas, currently residing…
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In his 1892 masterpiece, Fruit Trees in Blossom, Algiers, Charles Edward Conder invites the viewer into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the boundaries between reality and impression dissolve. This…
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“Swnage,” painted by Charles Edward Conder in approximately 1901, isn't merely a depiction of a beach scene; it’s an immersive experience of the Australian coastline captured with Impressionistic…
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Charles Conder captured the quietude of the French countryside in his 1894 oil on canvas, Hayfield, France. The work presents a serene landscape of rural France, where the…
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Charles Edward Conder’s “Newquay (Town Beach)” isn't merely a depiction of a seaside scene; it’s a vibrant distillation of a summer day, captured with the bold confidence and…
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Charles Edward Conder's "Springtime," painted in 1888, isn’t merely a depiction of a rural scene; it’s a vibrant distillation of the Heidelberg School’s artistic philosophy – a celebration…
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“A Dream of Handel’s Largo” by Charles Edward Conder is more than just a painting; it’s an immersion into the atmosphere of Melbourne, Australia, circa 1889. Captured in…
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The painting Watching the Fireworks, St. Cloud by Charles Edward Conder is a beautiful depiction of two people sitting on a stone wall at night, watching the fireworks…
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In the shimmering heat of 1891, Charles Edward Conder captured a moment that transcends the simple boundaries of a beach scene, inviting the viewer into a world where…
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Charles Edward Conder’s “Coogee Bay,” painted in 1888, stands as a quintessential example of the Heidelberg School movement—a group of Australian artists who championed plein air painting and…
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“Windy Day at Brighton” by Charles Edward Conder stands as a testament to the burgeoning Impressionist movement in Britain during the early 20th century. Created in 1905 and…
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Smoke and Chrysanthemum Flowers – An Impressionistic Reflection Charles Edward Conder’s “Smoke and Chrysanthemum Flowers,” painted in 1890, is a deceptively simple yet profoundly evocative depiction of floral…
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The Departure of the Orient - Circular Quay is a stunning oil on canvas painting created by Charles Edward Conder in 1888. This beautiful artwork is currently housed…
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Charles Edward Conder’s “While Daylight Lingers” – A Dreamscape of Rural Tranquility “While Daylight Lingers,” painted in 1890 by Charles Edward Conder, stands as a quintessential example of…
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The Low Tide, Hawkesbury River is a stunning oil on canvas painting created by Charles Edward Conder in 1887. This beautiful piece of art is currently housed at…
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The Orchard at Box Hill is a beautiful oil on canvas painting created by the renowned artist Charles Edward Conder in 1888. This stunning piece of art is…
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The painting The Yarra, Heidelberg by Charles Edward Conder is a beautiful representation of the Yarra River in Heidelberg, Australia. Created in 1890, this oil on canvas painting…
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Charles Edward Conder’s “Sketch of Littlehapton Beach,” painted in 1890, offers a glimpse into the burgeoning Impressionist movement's fascination with capturing fleeting moments of natural beauty. This unassuming…
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The painting In the Domain, Sydney by Charles Edward Conder is a masterpiece that embodies the essence of rural life in the late 19th century. Created in 1888,…
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Charles Conder was one of a celebrated group of artists who painted landscapes outdoors around Sydney and Melbourne during the 1880s. Together with Tom Roberts and Arthur Streeton…
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'A Holiday at Mentone' is a captivating beach scene painting created by Charles Edward Conder in 1888. This stunning oil on canvas masterpiece is currently housed in the…
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The 8 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Charles Edward Conder | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 National Gallery of Victoria |
Melbourne | 11 | Colombo, Rickett's Point, A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road (also known as Pugh's Lagoon or A Cove on the Hawkesbury) |
 National Gallery of Australia |
Canberra | 9 | Going home (The Gray and Gold), Ricketts Point, Beaumaris, Riddell's Creek |
 Art Gallery of South Australia |
Adelaide | 7 | All on a summer's day, How We Lost Poor Flossie, Tea-Time |
 Art Gallery of New South Wales |
Sidney | 6 | On the River Yarra near Heidelberg, Victoria, An Impressionist (Tom Roberts), Sunset, Sydney Harbour |
 Manchester Sanat Galerisi |
Manchester | 3 | The Moulin Rouge, Dieppe, Smoke and Chrysanthemum Flowers |
 Tate Gallery |
Londra | 3 | Springime, Swnage, Windy Day at Brighton |
 Kanada Ulusal Galerisi |
Ottawa | 2 | Portrait of Mrs. Aikins, Beach Scene, Newquay |
 Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery |
Birmingham | 1 | Beauvais - The Inconstant, The Silenus, The Charlatan |
In the delicate brushstrokes of Charles Edward Conder’s 1887 masterpiece, A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road, we are invited to step into a moment of profound tranquility.…
The Heidelberg School emerged during a period of significant artistic experimentation in Australia. Influenced by Impressionism originating in France, artists like Conder sought to depict the Australian landscape…
Colombo (1890), National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne. Rickett's Point (1890) and A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road (also known as Pugh's Lagoon or A Cove on the Hawkesbury) (1887) follow.
Charles Edward Conder, born in 1868, was 22 years old: Colombo dates from 1890.
Colombo, Rickett's Point, A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road (also known as Pugh's Lagoon or A Cove on the Hawkesbury), On the River Yarra near Heidelberg, Victoria, The Moulin Rouge, Sandringham, Night in the Garden in Spain, Dieppe, The Farm, Richmond, New South Wales and All on a summer's day. Each canvas in the ranking above comes with its year and its museum.
100 works by Charles Edward Conder are in our catalogue, dated 1886 to 1907.
Mostly in National Gallery of Victoria (Melbourne), National Gallery of Australia (Canberra) and Art Gallery of South Australia (Adelaide); the list above names each museum and its canvases.
In 1890s, which gave 40 of the 100 works on this page, Colombo among them.
The earliest canvas here is Landscape with Two Small Figures Richmond, New South Wales (1886); the latest is Beach Scene, Newquay (1907).
Landscape (20), Beach (10) and Leisure (8), across the 100 works on this page.
Oil On Canvas, used in 18 of the 100 works on this page.
Impressionism and Heidelberg school, as the canvases on this page show.
The National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne holds 11 of the works on this page, among them Colombo, Rickett's Point and A Shady Hollow by a Dusty Road (also known as Pugh's Lagoon or A Cove on the Hawkesbury).
Yes. Every painting on this page can be ordered from its own page as an oil reproduction painted by hand, or as a fine art print, in the size you choose.
