Scottish, 1846–1935
Joseph Farquharson was a Scottish painter known for his landscapes and depictions of rural life. He was born on 4th February 1846 in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on 17th September 1935. Farquharson studied at the Royal Scottish Academy and later in Paris, where he was influenced by the Barbizon school of painting. His career flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and he became well-known for his atmospheric winter scenes and depictions of sheep in the Scottish Highlands. Major works include 'The Last Gleam of Day' and 'The Snow Scene'. Farquharson's style is characterized by a focus on light and color, capturing the essence of the Scottish landscape. He is considered an important figure in Scottish art, contributing to the representation of the natural environment in his works.
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