The Island Of Madeira 1839 Kids Hoodies

John Glover was an English-born Australian landscape artist who played a significant role in the development of early colonial art in Australia. He is often referred to as the father of Australian landscape painting and is celebrated for his ability to capture the unique beauty of the Australian landscape.

Madeira Island logo with the discovery year (1419) with the Cross of Christ in black and white.

Madeira Island logo with the discovery year (1419) with the Cross of Christ in colour.

This is a digital painting from my own photograph. The Valley of the Nuns is hidden away in the steep Madeiran mountains. In 1566 the nuns from the Santa Clara convent in the capital Funchal fled from pirates attacking Funchal and found seclusion here. Until relatively recently, the village could only be accessed with considerable difficulty due to the cliffs and peaks surrounding it. A tunnel southwards in the direction of Funchal now offers safe access to the valley.

A black graphic of the island of Madeira with the national flag perfect for a tourist