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The Highland Shepherd - painted by R. Ansdell - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: W Thomas
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The Highland Shepherd - painted by R. Ansdell - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: W Thomas
The Highland Shepherd - painted by R. Ansdell - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Engraving of a painting....one of those happy transcripts of Highland life that has made Mr. Ansdell a favourite artist beyond the limits of his native Lancashire'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This engraving captures the essence of "The Highland Shepherd" painting by the renowned English artist, Richard Ansdell, which was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1856. The image beautifully portrays a Highland shepherd in his traditional attire, complete with a tam o'shanter hat, checked shirt, and kilt, tending to his flock of sheep in the idyllic Scottish countryside. The shepherd's faithful dog sits by his side, keeping watch over the newborn lamb in the foreground. Ansdell's masterful use of light and shadow, combined with the rich colors of the tartan and the natural textures of the wool and fur, bring the scene to life. The painting was widely praised for its authenticity and was described as 'one of those happy transcripts of Highland life that has made Mr. Ansdell a favourite artist beyond the limits of his native Lancashire.' This engraving, produced by W. Thomas for the Illustrated London News, serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of Ansdell's work and the romanticized vision of rural life in Scotland during the 19th century.
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