David, 4th Marquess of AberdeenDavid Abercrombie DonaldsonNone

  • Art movementContemporary Realism
  • Dimensions126.0 x 100.0 cm
  • MuseumThe National Trust For Scotland

David Abercrombie Donaldson (1916 – 1996)

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About this artwork

  • Title: David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen
  • Artist: David Abercrombie Donaldson
  • Original dimensions: 126.0 x 100.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: The National Trust For Scotland
  • Corpus context: formal, military honor & prestige
  • Main color: Driftwood
  • Keywords: scottish art history, art collector gift, military portrait art
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

Where does "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" fall in David Abercrombie Donaldson's career?

Within David Abercrombie Donaldson's career, "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

Who created "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen"?

"David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" was created by David Abercrombie Donaldson. The information on this page describes David Abercrombie Donaldson's original work.

Does the copyright of "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" by David Abercrombie Donaldson allow reproductions?

The original "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" is at The National Trust For Scotland, and the work is still protected by copyright.

Who created "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" and what style is it in?

Behind "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" stand David Abercrombie Donaldson and the Contemporary Realism movement.

What kind of colors does "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" use?

"David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" by David Abercrombie Donaldson uses an earthy color palette. The palette summarizes the work's overall color character.

What level of contrast does "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" by David Abercrombie Donaldson show?

"David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" by David Abercrombie Donaldson shows a balanced contrast between its light and dark areas.

Which artistic current is "David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" by David Abercrombie Donaldson part of?

"David, 4th Marquess of Aberdeen" by David Abercrombie Donaldson belongs to the Contemporary Realism movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.

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