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Isle of Arran, from the Ayrshire Shore, by John MacWhirter, oil, 1884

Isle of Arran, from the Ayrshire Shore

John MacWhirter

1884

oil

canvas

From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Isle of Arran, from the Ayrshire Shore is a 1884 oil by John MacWhirter, held at Derby Museum and Art Gallery.

Who painted this?
John MacWhirter
When & what style?
1884
Where can I see it?
Derby Museum and Art Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a body of water in the foreground and a mountain range in the distance. The scene is set under a cloudy sky, with the sun shining through the clouds. In the foreground, the water's edge is visible, with what appears to be a figure standing in the shallow water. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and natural beauty. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the work of artist John MacWhirter.

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