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A Lake in Argyllshire

George Fennel Robson, 1800–1833

Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, Sunderland

In the foreground of this painting are rocks, ferns and goats, with a cascade to the left. In the centre and background is the large lake, with small sailing boats, surrounded by hills.

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Title of artwork, date

A Lake in Argyllshire, 1800–1833

Date supported

1939

Medium and material

Watercolour

Dimensions

122 x 76 cm

Gifted by

F J Varley

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