An exhibition featuring works from a 19th century Scottish artist has opened at Duff House.
George Wilson was little known during his lifetime from 1848 to 1890 but is one of the most distinctive and talented Scottish watercolourists of his generation.
He was born in Tochieneal in Banffshire and was educated in Aberdeen and the University of Edinburgh before moving to London in 2868 to study art at the Royal Academy and the Slade School of Fine Art.
He travelled constantly afterwards and painted in Italy, France and Algeria but he rarely exhibited or promoted his art during his lifetime, and most of it remained with his family after his death at the age of 41.
All but one of the watercolours on show were bequeathed to the National Galleries of Scotland in 2918 by the artist’s great-great-nephew Alan Victor.
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The gift comprised of 18 watercolours, two sketchbooks and supporting archive material, which form the centrepiece of the exhibition.
They have recently undergone conservation and the exhibition will provide visitors with a fascinating insight into the work and new research carried out by the National Galleries of Scotland’s Paper Conservation team.
Graeme Curran, Collections Manager for Duff House at Historic Environment Scotland, said: “We’re really excited to open the doors to ‘Private Landscapes’, a beautiful exhibition of artworks by Scottish artist George Wilson.
“It’s always a joy to welcome pieces on loan from the National Galleries of Scotland into Duff House, but this exhibition feels uniquely special as we’re putting on display the works of a local homegrown talent. Visitors to the exhibition may even spot some familiar Banffshire sights in a couple of paintings!”
‘Pivate Landscape’ will be open to view at Duff on selected date from today until Sunday, August 24.
Entry is included with admission to Duff House, while an exhibition only ticket is available on-site for £4.50.
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