Huge Victorian Scottish Oil Painting Highland Cattle in Misty Mountain Glen 1873

Title: Highland Cattle Drive Artist: Henry Garland (British, 1834-1919) Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: Canvas: 30 x 50 inches With Frame: 36 x 56 inches Date: Signed and Dated 1873 Condition: Very Good, Ready to Hang Description: Immerse yourself in the pastoral beauty of the Scottish Highlands with this captivating oil painting by renowned British artist Henry Garland. Signed and dated 1873, this expansive landscape, titled “Highland Cattle Drive,” masterfully captures a quintessential scene of rural Scottish life in the 1800-1899. Garland’s adept use of color and light brings to life a bustling herd of highland cattle being driven along a rugged path, set against a backdrop of misty hills and sprawling moorlands. The artist’s attention to detail is evident in the expressive depiction of the cattle, the varied textures of their coats, and the naturalistic portrayal of the Scottish terrain. The soft, diffused light filtering through the overcast sky adds a sense of tranquility and realism to the scene. This substantial work, measuring 30 x 50 inches on canvas and 36 x 56 inches with its frame, is in very good condition and is ready to hang, making it an ideal addition to any collection of fine art. Whether displayed in a private home, a country estate, or a public gallery, this painting offers a timeless glimpse into the pastoral heritage of the British Isles. Henry Garland was born in Hadlow, Kent in 1834, the son of Henry and Elizabeth Garland. At the age of 16 he went to live at Madras House School in Hackney with his uncle Thomas Garland. Thomas was headmaster there and probably assisted in furthering his artistic education. In 1853, he entered the Royal Academy Schools and began exhibiting at the RA a year later in 1854. He also exhibited at British Institution and Suffolk Street. After leaving his uncle’s residence, he continued living in the Kingsland area near Hackney until 1862 when he moved to 94, St Pauls Road, Islington. Garland is best known for his genre and animal paintings as well as his Highland scenes. Although he was based in the South East, he would often travel around visiting areas such as Suffolk, Devon and Scotland, in particular Argyleshire. Many of his Scottish paintings feature highland cattle being driven across dramatic landscapes. By 1868, he had moved again to 75, Patshull Street, St Pancras before settling in 3, Woodfield Terrace, Maida Hill around 1873. He lived there with his wife Mary Anne and their children until the end of the 1880’s when they relocated to Leatherhead, Surrey, living at 2 Winifred Villas, Station Road. He remained there until his death at his home on 22 March, 1913. Keywords: Henry Garland, 19th-century British art, Scottish Highlands, pastoral scene, highland cattle, rural landscape, oil painting, antique artwork, collectible art, fine art.