Oil on canvas by Edward Henry Holder 1847-1922, highland Cattle in the Scottish Lowlands

Edward henry holder. English ( b.1847 - d.1922 ). Highland cattle in the scottish lowlands. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Image size 26.4 inches X 19.3 inches ( 67cm X 49cm ). Frame size 35.4 inches X 28.3 inches ( 90cm X 72cm ). Available for sale is this original painting by edward henry holder dating from the 1880s. The painting is presented and supplied in its’ original elaborate frame (which is shown in these photographs). The frame was originally glazed and the original glass has been replaced with a premium anti-reflective glass – uv protection greater than70% (artglass ar 70™) on our instruction. The painted surface remains untouched. The canvas has been lined whilst in previous ownership, probably in the 1950s.the frame edges have benefitted from a little light restoration to restore the decorative appeal and function. The frame edge and the slip have been hand painted with gilt paint embellishment in keeping with the rest of the presentation. This antique painting is now in very good condition, commensurate with its age. It wants for nothing and is supplied ready to hang and display. The painting is signed lower right. Previously with john linn & sons, 20 huntriss row, scarborough, yorkshire. This original oil on canvas painting by edward holder is entitled ‘highland cattle in the scottish lowlands’. It shows three different coloured highland cattle standing on the far side of a small stream. They each have a pair of magnificent horns and look healthy and alert. In the background the hills rise into the sky, and there is a light cloud in the pale blue sky. The lowlands are green with lush grass and the hues of purple over the hills suggest that there is heather and wildflowers among the bracken. The overall palette is rich and verdant; this is a classic highland cattle scene full of life and the grandeur of nature.