urquhart castle, loch ness, scottish highlands – nocturnal moonlight”

Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands – Nocturnal Moonlight”
Original Oil Painting on Board | Circa 1950 | In the Style of James Bell Anderson
Overview
This original mid-20th-century oil painting captures a hauntingly beautiful nocturnal view of Urquhart Castle on the shores of Loch Ness. Painted circa 1950 and titled “Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands – Nocturnal Moonlight”, the piece depicts the historic Scottish site bathed in soft moonlight under a dramatic, cloud-strewn sky.

Rendered in oil on board, the work blends atmospheric realism with romanticism, portraying a timeless Highland landscape suffused with mood, movement, and quiet grandeur.Composition & Atmosphere
The scene unfolds beneath a luminous full moon, its light breaking through clouds and casting silver reflections across the calm loch. To the left, two tall, wind-blown trees rise dark against the moonlit sky, creating a strong visual anchor. The shoreline arcs gently toward the ruins of Urquhart Castle, subtly illuminated against a distant mountainous backdrop.Executed with layered brushwork and tonal restraint, the painting captures the mystery and quiet solitude of the Highlands at night.Deep greens and browns evoke the rugged terrain
Cool greys, silvers, and muted blues dominate the sky and water
Subtle ochre highlights around the beach provide warmth and contrast
The moonlight’s shimmering path across the loch is handled with particular delicacy
Style & Influence
This painting reflects the influence of Scottish artist James Bell Anderson (1886–1938), known for his romantic nocturnes and poetic Highland landscapes. While not painted by Anderson himself, the work pays clear homage to his signature style — combining expressive light, rich texture, and a sense of stillness that draws the viewer inward.
Signature
Signed “T B” in the lower-left corner. Likely by a mid-century artist working in tribute to Anderson’s tradition.Framed DimensionsWidth: 35 cm
Height: 30 cm
Depth: 2 cm
Presented in its original decorative gilt frame — classic in style and ready to hang.
Provenance
From a private collection
Acquired through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Previously exhibited at a regional museum in the Middle Shires
Highlights
A moody and evocative Scottish landscape under moonlight
Captures the romantic allure and mystery of Loch Ness
Faithfully rendered in the tradition of James Bell Anderson’s nocturnes
Balanced composition with rich, luminous detail
Framed and display-ready
Ideal for collectors of Scottish, romantic, or historical landscape art
Complements both period and modern interiors
Condition Report
Very good vintage condition
Stable paint surface with no visible flaking or overpainting
Minor foxing and surface marks; a light professional clean would enhance clarity
Frame is structurally intact with some small chips and age-appropriate wear
Shipping
Available for worldwide delivery. Carefully packed and fully insured to ensure safe arrival.
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Antiques.co.uk Ref: 6GW6BMNQB

Maker/Artist:

TB

Materials:

Oil on board

Width (cm):

30.5

Height (cm):

30

Depth (cm):

2

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