James Cowie (1886–1956), RSADavid Macbeth Sutherland · 1935

  • Creation date1935
  • Dimensions98.0 x 83.0 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.

Royal Scottish Academy of Art - Architecture (Edinburgh, United Kingdom)

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About this artwork

  • Title: James Cowie (1886–1956), RSA
  • Artist: David Macbeth Sutherland
  • Year: 1935
  • Original dimensions: 98.0 x 83.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Royal Scottish Academy of Art - Architecture
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color hue: Golden Yellow Range

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"James Cowie (1886–1956), RSA" by David Macbeth Sutherland is on display at the Royal Scottish Academy of Art - Architecture, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.

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"James Cowie (1886–1956), RSA" was created by David Macbeth Sutherland. The information on this page describes David Macbeth Sutherland's original work.

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"James Cowie (1886–1956), RSA" by David Macbeth Sutherland was created in 1935.

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David Macbeth Sutherland was 52 years old when creating "James Cowie (1886–1956), RSA" in 1935. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1883.

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