Unique 1800s John Blake MACDONALD SIGNED Engraving KAIM OF KINPRUNES Framed COA$334.00
Unique 1800s John Blake MACDONALD SIGNED Engraving KAIM OF KINPRUNES Framed COA
$334.00
Artist: John Blake MacDonald (Scottish, 1829- 1901)
Title: The Kaim of Kinprunes
Medium: Antique engraving on wove paper by master engraver Lumb Stocks (Scottish, 1812-1892).
Year: 1867
Signature: Signed in the plate.
Dimensions: Image Size 7 1/8x 10 3/8 inches.
Framed Dimensions: Approximately 16 x 19 inches.
Framing: This piece has been professionally matted and framed using all new materials.
“The Kaim of Kinprunes” takes us on a journey back in time to the 19th century. The artist, J. B. MacDonald, skillfully captures the essence of this historical landmark located in Scotland. The print showcases the grandeur and mystique of The Kaim of Kinprunes, an architectural marvel that stands proudly amidst its natural surroundings. Its towering structure is beautifully depicted with intricate details that highlight the craftsmanship involved in its construction. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are transported to a bygone era where history comes alive. We can almost imagine ourselves walking through the ancient halls and exploring every nook and cranny of this remarkable edifice.
This McDonald was born and educated in Boat of Bridge, near Boharm in Banffshire. In 1852 he entered the Trustees’ Academy in Edinburgh, and later at the Royal Scottish Academy. He was a pupil of Robert Scott Lauder, and his work reflects his masters’ strong use of light and shadow. His early pictures focussed on domestic genre scenes and landscapes, but he developed an interest in episodes from Scotland’s history. He drew on popular subjects such as Jacobite history or old clan rivalry, and presented a romanticised, theatrical version of real events. His work was admired in its day, even attracting the eye of Queen Victoria.
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