Robert Thorburn Ross RSA, Carding

Robert Thorburn Ross RSA, CardingThis mid 19th century oil painting by Scottish artist Robert Thorburn Ross RSA (1816 1876) depicts a seated woman carding wool within a rustic interior. Robert Thorburn Ross RSA was a distinguished painter of domestic genre scenes. His oeuvre is traditional in style and illustrates passing moments within humble cottages and farmhouses. He trained under George Simson RSA (1791 1862) and at the Trustees' Academy under Sir William Allan RA (1782 1850). A

finding time to add the finishing touches before the big day itself

Medium: Oil on canvas laid on woodOverall size: 31” x 38” / 78cm x 97cmYear of creation: c

Medium: Charcoal on paperOverall size: 25½” x 30½” / 65cm x 77cmYear of creation: c

A horseback rider is travelling along a country track

The Dutch have a rich heritage of maritime painting and undoubtedly inspired him

1900Provenance: GermanyCondition: Paint losses and various marks although the paint is not flaking

Hordes of British painters gathered up their kit and headed for the countryside

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 23” x 27” / 59cm x 69cmYear of creation: c

Frame is a little tatty with some age-related wear but good enough to hang

Presumably copied across from the reverse of the canvas prior to laying on board

lashed with the stroke of her pinions

He achieved various accolades during his lifetime including the Neuhausen Prize and many of his works are housed in museums