Before the campfires, before the burning bundles and before the vast metaphysical skies that would become Tim Storrier's signature, there was the horizon.

Created in 1975, Andado captures a pivotal moment in the evolution of one of Australia's most celebrated landscape artists. Executed as a richly textured soft-ground etching, it reveals Storrier beginning to transform the Australian interior from a physical place into a psychological one. Here, the desert is not merely observed—it is imagined. The immense stillness, weathered terrain and seemingly endless horizon evoke the emotional resonance of the outback as much as its geography.

Named after the legendary Andado cattle station on the edge of the Simpson Desert, the work draws upon one of Australia's most mythic landscapes. Rather than offering a literal description, Storrier distils its vastness into a contemplative vision, foreshadowing the poetic language that would define his career.

Created when Storrier was just twenty-five, Andado followed his early recognition as the youngest recipient of the Sulman Prize and coincided with his first major commercial exhibitions. Within only two years he would produce the acclaimed The Camp at Relay portfolio, establishing himself as one of Australia's foremost printmakers.

Today, Storrier is among Australia's most distinguished artists, celebrated with both the Doug Moran National Portrait Prize and the Archibald Prize. His work is represented in the nation's leading public collections and continues to shape the story of Australian landscape painting.

For collectors, Andado offers something especially compelling: the opportunity to acquire an original print from the formative years of Storrier's career, where the enduring themes of horizon, memory and the sublime Australian landscape first found their voice.

Tim STORRIER (1949 - )
'Andado Landscape' 1975
etching on paper
Edition of 50
Image Size: 51 x 45 cm
Dimensions: 71 x 83 cm
Signed: Signed, titled, dated and numbered in margin
Comes with Letter of Provenance

The etching itself is in good condition. The surrounding margins exhibit heavy foxing, which can either be concealed beneath a window mount when framed or professionally treated through paper conservation. We would be pleased to assist with arranging conservation upon request.

Condition is Very Good: Describes a work of art's image as Excellent, but may show some small signs of surrounding wear to paper or frame. There are no tears to paper margin or disruption to the paint surface.

(c) Tim Storrier / Copyright Agency