Artwork
The Ford, New Abbey
The Ford, New Abbey is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edward Arthur Walton. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
The Ford, New Abbey is a 1917 oil painting by Edward Arthur Walton, a Scottish artist associated with the Düsseldorf school. It is a post-impressionist work held in the Scottish National Gallery's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil landscape featuring a river, surrounded by trees and greenery, with cows in the water. The scene conveys a sense of serenity and connection to nature.
Technique & Style
Walton's use of warm colors in the foreground creates depth and texture, while bold and expressive brushstrokes give the painting a dynamic quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edward Arthur Walton (15 April 1860 in Glanderston House, Barrhead, Renfrewshire – 18 March 1922 in Edinburgh) was a Scottish painter of landscapes and portraits, associated with the Düsseldorf school of painting.
