Dairsie II

c. 1770/1782

John Clerk, of Eldin

Associated Names
John Clerk, of Eldin

Artist, Scottish, 1728 - 1812

The image is a landscape drawing depicting a scene from an elevated perspective. The composition includes a tree line, buildings, a church tower, and a large structure slightly above center. The fine brushstrokes capture detailed textures such as leaves, structures, and water flowing beneath a bridge. The drawing features a bridge crossing a waterway towards cottages surrounded by trees. The monochromatic palette emphasizes contrast and detail in the serene pastoral view.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Richard Jung, Fribourg-en-Brisgaux [1911 - 1986] (Lugt 3791). (Campbell Fine Art, London, 16 May 1997); Donald Vogler, Portland, OR; gift to NGA, 2017.

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Bibliography

1925

  • Lumsden, E.S. "The etchings of John Clerk of Eldin." Print Collector's Quarterly 12 (1925): no. 8, ii/ii

2012

  • Bertram, Geoffrey. The Etchings of John Clerk of Eldin. Taunton, 2012: no. 24, ii/ii

Wikidata ID

Q77259723

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