Artwork
The Gow Chrom Reluctantly Conducting the Glee Maiden to a Place of Safety (from Scott's 'The Fair Maid of Perth')
The Gow Chrom Reluctantly Conducting the Glee Maiden to a Place of Safety (from Scott's 'The Fair Maid of Perth') is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Robert Scott Lauder. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
The Gow Chrom Reluctantly Conducting the Glee Maiden to a Place of Safety is a 19th-century oil painting by Robert Scott Lauder, a Scottish historical painter.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a scene from Sir Walter Scott's novel The Fair Maid of Perth, depicting a man guiding a woman to safety. The figures are set against a dramatic landscape with a cloudy sky, trees, and a distant body of water, conveying a sense of tension and urgency.
Technique & Style
Lauder's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, emphasizing the central figures. This technique, characteristic of the British Romantic period, draws attention to the emotional intensity of the scene.
History & Provenance
Completed in 1846, the painting is now held in the Scottish National Gallery. Lauder was a founding member of the Royal Scottish Academy, reflecting his significance in the Scottish art world.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Scott Lauder (25 June 1803 – 21 April 1869) was a Scottish artist who described himself as a "historical painter". He was one of the original members of the Royal Scottish Academy.
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