Paton: from Dunfermline to the Royal Court

 Recently l went to this exhibition in Dunfermline Library and Museum. It tells the tale of a local chap who went on to be Queen Victoria’s artist in Scotland and was a friend of many important artists of his age. The exhibition was  most interesting, including activities for children and families, presenting the life and work of a man I knew little about. He was interested in many things amongst which was collecting old arms and armour. I will let his work speak for him now-

I was fascinated by the detail in his paintings.

Again this evocative detail when looked at close up.

Models of his house made by a modern artist.

For more info-

https://www.nationalgalleries.org/art-and-artists/artists/sir-joseph-noel-paton

https://www.onfife.com/exhibitions/josephnoelpaton/

Well worth a visit if you find yourself in these parts.