Breton PeasantDavid Macbeth Sutherland · 1923

  • Creation date1923
  • Dimensions92.0 x 71.0 cm
  • MuseumRoyal Scottish Academy of Art - Architecture

David Macbeth Sutherland (1883 – 1973)

A master of Scottish landscapes and portraits, David Macbeth Sutherland captured the essence of rural beauty in works like Noon and Drambuie, Wester Ross, inviting you to discover his evocative impressionistic vision.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Breton Peasant
  • Artist: David Macbeth Sutherland
  • Year: 1923
  • Original dimensions: 92.0 x 71.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Royal Scottish Academy of Art - Architecture
  • Main color: Gray
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

Who created "Breton Peasant"?

"Breton Peasant" was created by David Macbeth Sutherland. The information on this page describes David Macbeth Sutherland's original work.

At what age did David Macbeth Sutherland make "Breton Peasant"?

David Macbeth Sutherland made "Breton Peasant" at the age of 40. The artist was born in 1883 and the work is dated 1923.

What size is "Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland in real life?

"Breton Peasant" measures 92 x 71 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.

Where is "Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland on display today?

You can see the original "Breton Peasant" at the Royal Scottish Academy of Art - Architecture, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

How is "Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland proportioned, and how big is it?

"Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland is a portrait composition measuring 92 x 71 cm in the original.

What is the creation date of "Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland?

"Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland was created in 1923.

What level of contrast does "Breton Peasant" by David Macbeth Sutherland show?

The light-dark contrast of "Breton Peasant" is recorded as balanced. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.

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