| Accession Number | ART96880 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Art |
| Object type | Work on paper |
| Physical description | watercolour on paper |
| Maker |
Potter, Rachael |
| Place made | Australia: New South Wales |
| Date made | 2013 |
| Conflict |
Afghanistan, 2001-2021 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: AWM Licensed copyright |
Reflective and grateful - Explosive Detection Dog
Description
Watercolour of Explosive Detection Dog, who served in Afghanistan. One of 10 watercolours by HSC student and artist, Rachael Michelle Potter, in a series entitled 'Unsung Heroes- Afghanistan' of which nine are in the Memorial's collection. The dog is honoured by the background image of a soldier in reflection of fallen comrades. The dog’s expression evokes sympathy for the cost of combat, yet his eyes reflect clarity of purpose.