Alexander Laing, LLD, NewburghRobert Inerarity Herdman · 1885

  • Art movementHistorical Portraiture
  • Creation date1885
  • Dimensions129.0 x 100.0 cm

Robert Inerarity Herdman (1829 – 1888)

Explore the Victorian art of Robert Inerarity Herdman! Known for portraits & pastoral scenes, his work reflects Celtic Revival & Scottish commissions. Discover RSA & National Portrait Gallery pieces.


About this artwork

  • Title: Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh
  • Artist: Robert Inerarity Herdman
  • Year: 1885
  • Original dimensions: 129.0 x 100.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Creative period: Victorian Era
  • Keywords: 1885 painting art, celtic revival art, formal portrait art
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Questions & Answers

In what year was "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" by Robert Inerarity Herdman created?

"Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" by Robert Inerarity Herdman was created in 1885.

Where does "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" stand among Robert Inerarity Herdman's recurring subjects?

Among Robert Inerarity Herdman's recorded themes - portrait commissions, herdman's pastoral themes, traditional portraiture, celtic revival style, realism, slight romanticism, authority & knowledge - "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" brings its own focus on portraiture, victorian era, scholar, dignified, formalwear, document, oil painting, celtic revival.

What does the 1885 date of "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" correspond to in Robert Inerarity Herdman's career?

"Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh", created in 1885, belongs to the Victorian Era of Robert Inerarity Herdman's career.

Who created "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh"?

"Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" was created by Robert Inerarity Herdman. The information on this page describes Robert Inerarity Herdman's original work.

What was Robert Inerarity Herdman's age when "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" was created?

Robert Inerarity Herdman made "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" at the age of 56. The artist was born in 1829 and the work is dated 1885.

What underlying hue runs through "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" by Robert Inerarity Herdman?

The dominant hue of "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" by Robert Inerarity Herdman is ochre to sepia. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.

Which period of Robert Inerarity Herdman's career does "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" belong to?

Within Robert Inerarity Herdman's career, "Alexander Laing, LLD, Newburgh" falls in the Victorian Era. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

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