Artwork
The Solway at Port Carlisle
The Solway at Port Carlisle is an oil painting by the Realist artist Samuel Bough. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
The Solway at Port Carlisle is an 1859 oil painting by Samuel Bough, an English landscape painter known for his work in Scotland. The piece captures a serene coastal scene at Port Carlisle in the Solway Firth.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a peaceful coastal landscape with a central body of water, scattered boats, figures on the beach, and distant buildings under a cloudy sky. The overall mood is tranquil, inviting the viewer into the serene atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Bough employed careful observation and a thoughtful use of color and light to create depth and atmosphere, characteristic of the Realist movement. His technique effectively draws the viewer's eye into the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1859 during the Realist movement, the painting is now part of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Samuel Bough (8 January 1822 – 19 November 1878) was an English-born landscape painter who spent much of his career working in Scotland.
