David Bromley unveils original artwork for Vegemite’s 95th anniversary

TO celebrate Vegemite’s 95th anniversary, acclaimed painter David Bromley has created new artwork that will adorn limited-edition jars. Here’s a sneak peek at what it will look like.

WHILE Aussies like to say you need a refined palate to properly enjoy Vegemite, now the iconic breakfast spread is also getting a refined palette.

To celebrate Vegemite’s 95th anniversary, acclaimed painter David Bromley has created a large-scale artwork that will adorn limited-edition jars available over the next few months.

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Bromley is one of three artists who have created art for the jars, with Mitch Revs and Claudia Moodoonuthi also designing works that are a reflection of what Australia tastes like to them.

“My first memories of Australia are closely linked with the iconic Australian brand, the hot summers, the old corrugated iron fences and iconic labels and advertising,” Bromley says.

“To now have worked on art that will feature on the labels of the 95th anniversary jars feels almost full circle.”

A Vegemite 95 anniversary jar designed by David Bromley.

The new design.

Artist David Bromley with his daughter Wen, 5. Picture: Nicole Cleary

A 1923 Vegemite jar.

A 1930 Vegemite jar.

A 1961 Vegemite advertisement.

All three artworks will be unveiled at a gala event at Bromley’s Prahran studio on Thursday night, where a range of Vegemite-inspired dishes created by chef Charlie Carrington from Atlas Dining will be served.

Each original art piece will then be up for online auction at store.vegemite.com.au, with proceeds donated to each artist’s chosen charity.