Rinehart demands portrait removal from National Gallery of Australia
Billionaire mining magnate Gina Rinehart has demanded the National Gallery of Australia remove a portrait of her by Aboriginal artist Vincent Namatjira.
Rinehart, who is Australia's richest woman, is a major financial backer of Australian swimmers and has donated A$40 million to the sport.
The portrait, which is currently on display at the gallery, has been criticized by Rinehart's supporters, who say it is unflattering and does not accurately represent her. Rinehart herself has said she is "upset" with the portrait and has demanded its removal.
The National Gallery of Australia has said it will not remove the portrait, which it says is a significant work of art by a renowned Aboriginal artist.
The controversy over the portrait has sparked a debate about the role of art in representing public figures and the right of artists to express their own perspectives.
Comments