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Framed painting 'Burns at the Plough', by Gourlay Steel

Key details

Object number
2016.8
Date
1839
On display
Yes
Maker
Steel, Gourlay (Artist)

Description

Painting of Robert Burns outside in a field with plough and two horses.

Robert Burns on right side of painting with his right hand in his vest. Plough in centre with small mouse.

Two horses on left side, one white and one brown. Both horses seen from rear. In ornate giltwood frame with carved roses and geometric design.

Gold mount has an arched top. Signed ‘G Steell’ and indistinctly inscribed on lower left.

Object information

Acquisition

17 May 2016

Material

Measurements

  • Depth: 8.8(cm)
  • Height: 55(cm)
  • Width: 64.8(cm)

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