Fine Art
Samuel Bough

Samuel Bough

Scottish, 1822–1878

Samuel Bough was a Scottish landscape painter known for his vivid depictions of the natural world and his contributions to the Scottish art scene in the 19th century. He was born in 1822 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Bough studied at the Royal Scottish Academy and was influenced by the works of the Scottish Colourists and the Impressionists. He became a member of the Royal Scottish Academy in 1867. Throughout his career, Bough traveled extensively, capturing the beauty of the Scottish landscape as well as scenes from England and France. His major works include 'The Firth of Forth' and 'The River Tweed'. Bough's style is characterized by bold colors and expressive brushwork, which convey a sense of movement and light. He is regarded as an important figure in the development of landscape painting in Scotland during the Victorian era.

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