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Australian Art Series: Tom Roberts, 'The Break Away'
common1945-1980

Australian Art Series: Tom Roberts, 'The Break Away'

Australia · 1974 · 35c

This stamp features the iconic 1891 painting 'The Break Away' by Australian impressionist artist Tom Roberts. The dynamic scene depicts a drover on horseback attempting to turn back a stampeding flock of thirsty sheep in a dusty, drought-stricken landscape. It is a celebrated work of the Heidelberg School movement.

Issued as part of a series celebrating famous Australian paintings, this stamp highlights a key work of Australian Impressionism, capturing the essence of rural life and the harshness of the Australian bush.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg582
scott595
michel563

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.