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National Gallery of Australia
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in ArtsWhy did Gina Rinehart want her portrait removed from the National Gallery of Australia in 2024?
Answer: Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest woman, was displeased with her portrayal in a portrait by Aboriginal artist Vincent Namatjira. The portrait was displayed at the National Gallery of Australia. Unhappy with this representation, Rinehart requested the gallery to remove the portrait. On May 16, 2024, the gallery refused her request, stating they welcomed public dialogue…