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Longhorn Cattle Painting Ben Nevis Loch Linnhe

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Ben Nevis and Loch Linnhe: A Pastoral Scene
By Tom Seymour (1844–1904)
Subject & Medium
This evocative 19th-century oil on canvas by noted British landscape painter Tom Seymour captures the majestic tranquility of the Scottish Highlands. Titled "Ben Nevis and Loch Linnhe: A Pastoral Scene," the work is a poetic homage to the wild beauty of western Scotland, where misty mountains, calm waters, and rustic life blend seamlessly into one harmonious landscape.
Painted circa 1880, the piece demonstrates Seymour’s mastery of atmospheric composition and romantic naturalism. It is housed in a later classic gilt moulded frame, enhancing its vintage appeal and making it ready for display.

Composition & Technique
The scene unfolds at daybreak, with Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the British Isles, rising softly through morning mist. Its distant form looms above Loch Linnhe, rendered in delicate greys and silvers that shimmer with early light.
In the foreground, Highland longhorn cattle graze peacefully among heather and wild grasses. Seymour captures them with lifelike precision, their warm russet and cream coats offering a striking contrast to the cool, misted palette of the surrounding landscape. These figures reflect both the resilience and enduring charm of Highland rural life.

Seymour’s composition guides the eye naturally from detailed foreground to atmospheric distance. His technique features:

Feathered, fluid brushwork in the sky and mist, lending a poetic softness
Textured, precise strokes in the cattle, vegetation, and rocks, adding realism
The palette includes:
Cool greys and silvers for sky and mountains
Deep olive and moss greens in the hillside foliage
Earthy russets and ochres in the cattle and foreground
Pale ivory highlights in the loch’s surface reflections
The result is a serene, immersive landscape—romantic in mood and grounded in natural observation.
About the Artist
Tom Seymour (1844–1904) was a British landscape painter active during the Victorian era. Known for his atmospheric interpretations of the British countryside, he often depicted scenes of rural life, dramatic skies, and remote pastoral settings. Though not a Royal Academician, Seymour exhibited extensively across the UK and was especially admired by collectors drawn to Scottish and northern landscapes.
His work remains valued for its emotional resonance and technical finesse.

Auction Record:
Seymour’s highest recorded sale to date is $11,278 USD, reflecting continued interest among 19th-century landscape collectors.

Presented in a later gilt moulded frame, well-suited for traditional or rustic interiors
Provenance
Acquired from a private British collection
Purchased through a reputable Middle Shire auction, known for historic fine art
Exhibited at Middle Shire Museum in a curated Victorian Highlands exhibition
Offered by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Includes full documentation verifying provenance
Highlights
Atmospheric Highland landscape with romantic tonal depth
Iconic view of Ben Nevis and Loch Linnhe
Lifelike rendering of Highland longhorn cattle
Signed 19th-century work by a respected British painter
Ready to hang in an elegant gilt frame
Ideal for collectors of Scottish art or Victorian landscape painting
A distinctive statement piece for classic, country, or heritage-inspired interiors

Shipping & Delivery
This artwork is professionally packed and fully insured for safe international shipping.
Available now for immediate purchase. Bring home a timeless view of the Scottish Highlands and add a piece of Romantic-era artistry to your collection.

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Price
£6200.00  UK
$8329.70  USA
7085.36  EU
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Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
DimensionsDimensions & Framing Framed Size: 67 cm wide × 47 cm high × 2.5 cm deep Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art > Antique Oil Paintings Date 1880  Late 19th Century Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas Origin British Condition Condition Report In overall good condition Relined for structural integrity Cleaned and revarnished in 2010 to enhance original color and contrast Shows minor age-related craquelure and some foxing, typical of its age Minor retouching to upper sky area with a small patch repair on the verso Paint loss at some extreme edges, professionally stabilized Frame displays light wear and minor losses, consistent with age but structurally sound Item code as1013a1233 Status For Sale

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