other medium
Lent by the Chelsea Arts Club.
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1. Sketch Portrait of a Lady
drawing: chalk, Sketch; Canvas, in red and black chalk, 68.58 x 50.80 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Life-size bust, full face, hair falling over the shoulders. Aet. suae circa 17. Unsigned."
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Robert Brough |
2. Portrait of Stopford W. Brooke, Esq., M.P.
1901
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 91.44 x 68.58 cm
Lent by Stopford W. Brooke, Esq., M.P.
"Life-size bust, to the waist, almost in profile to r., seated at a table, in dark brown jacket and red tie. Aet. suae 42. Signed and dated 1901."
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Robert Brough |
3. Portrait of the Rt. Hon. the Marquess of Linlithgow, K.T., G.C.M.G., G.C.V.O.
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 274.32 x 149.86 cm
Lent by the Marquess of Linlithgow
"Life-size, full length, standing facing, bareheaded, in peer's robes; his right hand holds a roll of parchment with a seal, and his left touches the hilt of his sword; he wears the collar and jewel of the Thistle and other orders, and the star of the Thistle upon the long dark green mantle of that Order. Coronet on a table to left, dark red curtains behind. Aet. suae 44.
Signed and dated 1904." |
Robert Brough |
4. Portrait Sketch of Mr. Pollen. (Unfinished.)
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 60.96 x 48.26 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"One-third life-size, standing, three-quarter length, and three-quarter face to left; in frock coat, a stick under his left arm. Aet. suae circa 27.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
5. Fedalma
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 91.44 x 68.58 cm
Lent by A. M. Ogston, Esq., of Ardoe
"Portrait study of a Spanish girl, life-size, half length, seated full face slightly turned to l., with yellow flowers in her brown hair, which covers her forehead and falls over her left ear and shoulders; a mantilla falls over her figure, a jewel
flashes upon her throat, and a fan in her hand. Dark background. Aet. suae circa 21. Signed and dated (?)." |
Robert Brough |
6. Portrait of Miss Alice Crombie
1895
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 170.18 x 86.36 cm
Lent by Theodore Crombie, Esq., D.L., Aberdeen
"Life-size, full length, standing three-quarters to r., three-quarter face looking straight out of the picture; in red dress, with slashed red and white sleeves; she points her right foot forward, and holds a large black hat in her right hand ; a
blush rose is in her bodice, and a dark ribbon in her hair. Dark brown background, a heraldic lion holding a fleur-de-lis in left-hand bottom corner. Aet. suae circa 13. Signed and dated 1895." |
Robert Brough |
7. Portrait of John Donald, Esq.
1903
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 139.7 x 109.22 cm
Lent by the Aberdeen Art Gallery
"Life-size, three-quarter length, seated to r., nearly full face; in black frock coat, his left hand on the handle of an umbrella. Dark background. Aet. suae circa 70.
Signed and dated 1903." |
Robert Brough |
8. On the Quay, Concarneau, Brittany
1895
pastel, Pastel, on brown paper, 30.48 x 25.4 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Sketch of boats, water, and sky, with a quay in foreground on which figures in Breton caps are passing from right to left.
Inscribed " R. Brough, Concarneau, 1895."" |
Robert Brough |
9. Portrait of Mrs. William James, of West Dean, and two Daughters.
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 185.42 x 137.16 cm
Lent by W. D. James, Esq.
"Life-size, nearly full length, seated on a circular stone bench, full face, white satin dress; she wears a long string of pearls and a large pear-shaped cabochon emerald on a chain falling to her waist. The children are in white muslin with light blue sashes, the elder, about eight years of age, seated on the l., three-quarter face to r., the younger, about five, standing on the r., in profile, with ruddy hair, her mother's arm round her waist. A red curtain background to l., a pillar to r., and blue sky seen between.
Signed and dated 1904." |
Robert Brough |
10. Portrait of Miss Maud Lawrence (Mrs. Arthur Hungerford Pollen).
1898
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 142.24 x 111.76 cm
Lent by Sir Joseph Lawrence
"Life-size, nearly full length, seated, nearly full face, on a sofa with green cushions; she wears a pale rose-coloured satin dress, cut low on the neck, with pink sash and chiffon trimming; a rose in her hair, and a jewel on her throat. Suggestion of landscape background."
Signed and dated 1898. |
Robert Brough |
11. Fishing Boats, Concarneau, Brittany
1895
pastel, Pastel, on brown paper, 33.02 x 25.4 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"On the right fishing-boats with white sails are moored in a harbour divided by a quay wall from an inner harbour; upon the quay groups of people are suggested. In the inner harbour are more boats with red sails showing above the wall; the village is indicated beyond.
Inscribed " R. Brough, Concarneau, 1895." |
Robert Brough |
12. Portrait of the Rt. Hon. Sir Roland Vaughan Williams, Lord Justice of Appeal
1901
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 149.86 x 119.38 cm
"Life-size, three-quarter length, seated, three-quarter face to l., in a high red leather-backed armchair. He wears his wig and gown, both hands resting on the arms of the chair, the right holding a quill pen; a table to left with ink bottle and documents upon a red cloth. Dark background with red curtain. Aet. suae circa 60.
Signed and dated 1901." |
Robert Brough |
13. Portrait of Mrs. L. C. R. Messel
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 99.06 x 76.2 cm
Lent by L. C. R. Messel, Esq.
"Life-size, half length, standing, almost full face, the head slightly tilted to r. She wears a white dress, cut low, pale blue sash, and a large grey hat tied under the chin with broad brown ribbons, which she holds in her left fingers and lets fall in front of the figure. Dark blue background.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
14. The two Harbours, Concarneau, Brittany
1895
painting: oil, Sketch in oil, panel, 35.56 x 27.94 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"A pier, in sunlight, divides the two harbours; fishing-boats with red sails pass through an opening in the pier; groups of figures in foreground, the village faintly indicated in the distance.
Initialled " R. B."; painted in 1895." |
Robert Brough |
15. Portrait of Mrs. Laurence Currie with two Children
1902
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 170.18 x 139.7 cm
Lent by Laurence Currie, Esq.
"Life-size, nearly full length, seated on a circular stone bench, nearly full face, looking away to the l., with rippling black hair; she wears a white satin dress, cut low on the neck, and holds cherries in her right hand on her lap. Her daughter, about nine years of age, stands, almost full face, on the bench to the right in white muslin dress, blue sash and red shoes, her mother's arm round her waist; the other child, a boy of four or five, climbs up from behind, his left arm round his mother's neck, and his right hand on her shoulder, in white frock and blue sash. Red curtain and pillar background, with sky and suggestion of landscape on the r.
Signed and dated 1902." |
Robert Brough |
16. Portrait of the Rev. James Watson Geddie, B.A.
1899
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 132.08 x 96.52 cm
Lent by Dr. D. Watson Geddie
"Life-size, three-quarter length, descending from the pulpit, three-quarter face to left, with large grey whiskers, looking at the spectator, and wearing the minister's gown and white tie. He holds a bible to his side with his left hand, while his right rests on the rail of the pulpit stairs. Dark grey background. Aet. suae circa 62.
Signed and dated 1899." |
Robert Brough |
17. On the Shore, Tangier
1904
painting: oil, Sketch in oil, panel, 35.56 x 27.94 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"A boat lies across the picture with a Moorish prow. A figure in Moorish garb stands in the immediate foreground, and a group in richly coloured costumes is disposed to the left on the sand; other figures are indicated on and around the boat; the fort of Tangier in the distance.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
18. Portrait of the Viscountess Encombe
1899
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 157.48 x 96.52 cm
Lent by the Lady Lovat
"Life-size, three-quarter length, standing in profile and half turning her back. She wears a crimson velvet dress, cut low, and the bare right arm falls easily by her side. Suggestion of a dark landscape background.
Signed and dated 1899." |
Robert Brough |
19. Portrait Study
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 30.48 x 25.4 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Sketch of a little girl in white with a yellow doll, standing facing, full-length eight inches high, looking out of the picture; blue-grey background, scroll and crest indicated in the top right-hand corner.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
20. Portrait of the Artist
1889
painting: oil, Canvas, stretched on millboard, oil, 22.86 x 17.78 cm
Lent by the Aberdeen Art Gallery
"Head, less than half life-size, three-quarter face to right, looking straight out of the picture; the light falls from the left, casting half the face into shadow; dark background.
Signed and dated 1889, when the artist was seventeen years of age." |
Robert Brough |
21. The Sultan's Treasury, Tangier (Sketch)
1904
painting: oil, Panel, oil, 35.56 x 25.4 cm
Lent by Mrs. Stopford Brooke
"In the centre of the Treasury are three Moorish arches with groups of figures in Moorish costume in front ; other figures are suggested entering a doorway to the left. The front of the building is in cool blue shadow ; sunlight streams in from the left, lighting up an angle of the building and a portion of the foreground.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
22. Sketch for "Master Phil Fleming"
painting: oil, Millboard, oil, 45.72 x 38.1 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"(See No. 60 in this Exhibition)"
"Initialled " R. B."" |
Robert Brough |
23. Drawing for " Master Phil Fleming."
drawing, Pencil, on Michelet paper, 30.48 x 22.86 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"First idea for No. 60 in this exhibition, but showing figures in the background.
Inscribed with notes on the margin " Sketch of landscape Poussin. Bring light into pony. Dark against head. Remember dark figures in background. Body melting to light." Unsigned. |
Robert Brough |
24. Concarneau Pier, Brittany
1895
painting: oil, Sketch, oil, panel, 22.86 x 15.24 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"In the foreground water, in which children are paddling, reflects silvery sky; the pier, on which figures are grouped, crosses the picture diagonally, and divides the nearer from the outer harbour. Fishing boats in both harbours.
Inscribed and initialled "R. B." Painted 1895." |
Robert Brough |
25. Victoria Bridge, Aberdeen
1890
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 66.04 x 43.18 cm
Lent by Mrs. J. Forbes Crombie
"Moonlight on the Dee. In the middle distance the bridge spans the river ; two boats are moored in the nearer water ; buildings show above the bridge to the left, and the moon shows from between clouds, reflected and repeated in the water.
Signed. Painted about 1890." |
Robert Brough |
26. Portrait of J. H. C. Evelyn, Esq., of Wotton
painting: oil, Canvas, painted oval in square frame, oil, 76.2 x 60.96 cm
Lent by J. H. C. Evelyn, Esq.
"Life-size bust, seated, three-quarter face to r., looking straight out of the picture, black coat, dark red background. Aet. suae circa 28.
Signed and dated (?)." |
Robert Brough |
27. The Soko, Tangier
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 34.56
Lent by Mrs. J. Forbes Crombie
"Sketch of the market-place outside the fort. The market is crowded with figures in sunlight, shadows being cast by detached groups in the foreground ; the town of Tangier behind on the left ; in the distance is the bay—deep blue water encircled by hills.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
28. Looking seaward, Concarneau, Brittany
1895
painting: oil, Sketch, oil, canvas, 35.56 x 27.94 cm
Lent by Mrs. Stopford Brooke
"A busy group of sailors in a boat moored against a quay in the foreground, a scarlet flag furled round a mast in the bows ; dark blue sea, another boat with brown sail approaching from the left; hills indicated in the distance."
Unsigned. Painted 1895. |
Robert Brough |
29. Portrait of George Alexander, Esq., as Rudolf Rassendyll in "The Prisoner of Zenda."
1901
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 231.14 x 132.08 cm
Lent by George Alexander, Esq.
"Life-size, full length, standing three-quarters to r., heels together, in grey wig, three-quarter face to r., eyes looking straight out of the picture; he wears white satin breeches, white shirt, lace stock, and lace-edged sleeves, white silk stockings and shoes; a jewel hangs from a black ribbon round the throat; he holds a sword under the left arm, and his right arm akimbo. In the near background is a Louis XV sofa with green silk, upon which he has thrown off his coat, and his red and yellow belt with buckle lies on the floor to /. In the dark background beyond, the base of a pillar is seen. Aet. suae circa 40.
Signed and dated 1901." |
Robert Brough |
30. Study of Pony's Head
drawing: charcoal, Charcoal and white chalk, on brown paper, 71.12 x 55.88 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Study for "Master Phil Fleming." (See No. 60 in this Exhibition.)
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
31. Portrait of Mrs. Evelyn, of Wotton
1903
painting: oil, Canvas, painted oval in square frame, oil, 76.2 x 63.5 cm
Lent by J. H. C. Evelyn, Esq.
"Life-size, bust, full face, looking slightly to the l., with chestnut coloured hair full on the temples and gathered into a knot on the top of the head; she wears a white satin bodice, cut low, with light blue bow, and a scarf of chiffon round the shoulders; dark blue background.
Signed and dated 1903." |
Robert Brough |
32. The Helmsdale at Suisgill
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"The stream flows over rocky strata, between boulders, and forms a succession of foaming pools in the foreground; trees and purple hills show up against a lowering sky.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
33. The Figure of a Moor
1904
painting: oil, Slight oil sketch, on panel, 35.56 x 27.94 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"In scarlet and white turban, small six inch cloaked figure, standing in the foreground of a landscape.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
34. First Sketch for the Spanish Shawl
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 45.72 x 25.4 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Small figure, about 15 in. high. (See No. 45 in this exhibition.)
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
35. Portrait of a Baby
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 17.78 cm in diameter
From the Artist's Studio
"Bust mounted in a circle, showing the head in profile, facing to the r.
Unsigned. Painted about the age of 16." |
Robert Brough |
36. Portrait Study
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 30.48 x 20.32 cm
Lent by Mrs. Stopford Brooke
"Sketch of a little girl in white, the figure, 7 in. high, in profile, as if walking across the picture to the left; the head is turned three-quarter face to left, and looking straight at the spectator; she wears a large white hat with white feather and holds a yellow doll in her arms; dark grey background.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
37. A Patient Sitter
about 1892
painting: oil, Millboard, oil, 30.48 x 22,6
From the Artist's Studio
"Study of a girl of thirteen ; half-length, seated in profile facing to the left, her hands joined on her lap. Her sombre green and black dress forms a quiet harmony with the grey background. Early work, painted about 1892.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
38. Fishing Boats outside Concarneau, Brittany
1895
painting: oil, Panel, oil, 35.56 x 25.4 cm
Lent by Mrs. Stopford Brooke
"Groups of fishing boats with white, orange, and brown sails, riding off shore ; their broken reflections contrast with the blue-green tone of the water reflected from the sky; in the immediate foreground boats and masts and busy fishermen.
Initialled " R. B."" |
Robert Brough |
39. Portrait of James Murray, Esq., of Glenburnie, D.L. M.P.
1903
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 127 x 88.9 cm
Lent by the Aberdeen Art Gallery
"Life-size, standing, three-quarter length, full face, looking straight out of the picture; he wears a black velvet jacket open in front, and holds a paper in his left hand and a lighted cigar in his right; dark panelled background. Aet. suae circa 48.
Signed and dated 1903." |
Robert Brough |
40. Portrait of Miss Dolly Crombie
1895
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 129.54 x 119.38 cm
Lent by Theodore Crombie, Esq., D.L.
"Life-size, almost full length, seated in an oak chair, three-quarter face to /., looking straight out of the picture; she wears a red velvet dress with white satin showing at the neck and cuffs and through the slashed sleeves, and she fingers a red Japanese fan on her lap; on her right is a table with a large Japanese bowl of rhododendron flowers; light rose-coloured curtain background. Aet. suae circa 15.
Signed and dated 1895." |
Robert Brough |
41. "A Lady in Brown" (Portrait of Miss Julie Opp).
about 1899
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 157.48 x 78.74 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"A harmony in brown. Life-size, three-quarter length, standing, full face, in outdoor costume, brown hat, brown fur boa, brown muff, and brown tailor-made dress, brown background. Painted about 1899 and left unfinished.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
42. Study from Life
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 106.68 x 101.6 cm
Lent by Mrs. Matthias
"Life-size, three-quarter length, partly draped figure of a girl seated facing, the head turned in profile to the right, golden hair. The left hand is extended across the picture, and the right falls by her side.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
43. "Sweet Violets."
1897(?)
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 104.14 x 68.58 cm
Lent by A. M. Ogston, Esq., of Ardoe
"Life-size, half-length figure of a lady about twenty years of age, with fresh complexion, rosy lips, and dark chestnut hair, reclining in an easy chair in profile turned to r.; her right hand is gloved and extended across the picture, holding out a small vase of violets ; she wears a large dark green hat, with spotted veil and green fur-lined cloak; violets on her breast, and violet-coloured chiffon showing round her neck; dark grey background thinly washed in.
Signed and dated 1897(?)." |
Robert Brough |
44. Portrait of Mrs. Milne, of Kinaldie
1902 (?)
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 134.62 x 99.06 cm
Lent by Colonel Milne, of Logie
"Life-size, three-quarter length, seated, almost full face, looking straight out of the picture; she wears a black bonnet with dark purple trimming, dark purple fur-lined cloak, slightly open in front so as to show a touch of light; dark grey background. Aet. suae circa 55.
Signed and dated 1902 (?)." |
Robert Brough |
45. "The Spanish Shawl."
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 198.12 x 93.98 cm
Lent by R. H. Benson, Esq.
"Life-size, full-length figure of a young woman of about twenty, standing full face, looking straight out of the picture, with full red lips and brilliant colouring, her head tilted defiantly but coquettishly upwards and to the left, her arms akimbo, her hands on her waist, and her left foot in a black shoe pointed forward. Her figure is poised for the dance. She wears a white silk Manila shawl, folded so as to disclose the neck and throat, and richly embroidered with crimson and purple flowers; the long fringes of the shawl fall from her arms and half conceal her white skirt and feet. In her dark brown hair, loosely gathered over the temples, are two crimson carnations. Background of a white curtain, on which her figure casts a shadow. The whole subject daringly treated.
Signed and dated 1904." |
Robert Brough |
46. Portrait of the Viscount Castlereagh, M.V.O.
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 147.32 x 101.6 cm
Lent by the Marquess of Londonderry, K.G.
"Life-size, three-quarter length, standing, full face, looking straight out of the picture, in black hunting coat, white breeches, and white stock. His left hand rests on books lying on a table, and his right holds a hunting crop with a red thong. Dark red curtain in background. Aet. suae 26. Painted as a pendant for the picture of his great great uncle, the first Viscount Castlereagh, by Sir Thomas Lawrence, at Londonderry House.
Signed and dated 1904." |
Robert Brough |
47. Portrait of Miss Kathleen Crombie
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 127 x 83.82
Lent by Theodore Crombie, Esq., D.L., Aberdeen.
"A little girl about five years of age, life-size, seated on a bank by the river Dee, nearly full face, looking straight out of the picture, and holding a fishing rod in her hands. She wears a red cloak, which is flecked with sunlight, and a large white hat, from under which her fair hair escapes over her shoulders; background of trees and red topped houses, the River Dee, blue hills, and sky beyond.
Signed and dated (?)." |
Robert Brough |
48. Portrait of Mrs. Nicol, of Roscobie, Aberdeenshire.
1897
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 116.84 x 83.82 cm
Lent by Mrs. Nicol.
"Life-size, three-quarter length, three-quarter face to the r. and turning to look straight out of the picture. She is reclining in an easy chair holding a paper in her left hand and in her right a pair of eye-glasses; she wears a white lace cap with purple bow and aigrette, black silk dress and white lace shawl. To the right an escritoire with a vase of flowers, candlestick, etc. ; dark brown background. Aet. suae circa 60.
Signed and dated 1897." |
Robert Brough |
49. Portrait of Leopold Hirsch, Esq.
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 147.32 x 99.06
Lent by Leopold Hirsch, Esq.
"Life-size, three-quarter length, standing by the side of the Helmsdale, three-quarter face turned to the r., and looking out of the picture; a salmon rod rests against his left shoulder, and he holds a fly book as if reflecting which fly to select ; background of dark water and trees beyond. Aet. suae circa 55.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
50. Study of a Female Figure.
132,08 x 55.88 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Nude figure of a young girl, three-quarter life-size, standing facing, the head slightly bent and turned to the right ; the right arm is pressed to her body as if to conceal the breast. Study, on brown paper, in charcoal and pastel for the unfinished picture, No. 59 in this exhibition.
Unsigned" |
Robert Brough |
51. Such burial then the illustrious Hector found.
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 91.44 x 45.72 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Oil sketch after the composition to which was awarded the Maclaine-Watters medal for students at the Royal Scottish Academy Life School. Composition of nude and draped figures, six inches high, at the tomb of Hector. The centre of interest is held by a group of four nude figures in strong light preceded by a child holding two wreaths; behind, a procession of draped figures is suggested emerging from a gateway; braziers burning to right and left.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
52. Head of a Breton Child.
1895
drawing, Charcoal and white chalk on brown paper, 38.1 x 27.94 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Almost life-size. Three-quarter face looking straight out of the picture, about 3 years of age; Breton cap and costume.
Signed " R. Brough." 1895." |
Robert Brough |
53. Study of two nude Female Figures
drawing, Charcoal and pastel on grey paper, 63.5 x 48.26 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"The figure to the left is in profile, looking upward with raised arms. The other figure to the right shows a back view of the same pose.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
54. The Gate of the " Kasbah," Tangier
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"A Moorish archway, in blue shadow, through which the sky is seen, and a building and landscape in sunlight; a strong band of sunlight falls upon the lefthand lintel of the gateway. On the right another Moorish archway with closed door.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
55. Study for Head of a Youth
drawing, Charcoal and red chalk on Michelet paper, mounted in oval, 50.8 x 38.1 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Life-size head, bent forward, and almost entirely in shadow; a fillet confines his hair.
Signed " Rob. Brough."" |
Robert Brough |
56. Sunrise in Aberdeen Harbour
about 1888
painting: aquarelle, Very early water-colour, 33.02 x 30.48 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"A barque and a boat in the right hand foreground ; a steamer in the middle distance and a buoy on the left; the sun rises over buildings and is reflected in the water.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
57. Moonlight on the River Dee
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 25.4 x 35.56 cm
Lent by Mrs. Sacks
"The river, emerging from hills in the distance, winds from left to right of the picture. A full moon shows over the hills, and is reflected in the river. Harmony in grey.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
58. The Rowan Tree Pool at Suisgill
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
Lent by William Ross, Esq., Aberdeen
"A rowan-tree, with green foliage and red berries, overhangs a dark pool in the upper Helmsdale, casting rich purple shadows on the bank beneath ; blue sky and strong sunlight.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
59. Idyll
1902-4
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 177.8 x 83.82 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Two nude figures, two-thirds the size of life, standing together by the margin of a lake on the l., in which the moon, showing above, is reflected. In the background on the right is a suggestion of a temple with columns. Her two hands are joined upwards and rest against his breast ; he bends over her and supports his outstretched left arm with a staff.
Unsigned. Painted 1902-4, and left unfinished." |
Robert Brough |
60. "Master Phil Fleming"
1899
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 185.42 x 160.02 cm
Lent by Robert Fleming, Esq.
"Portrait of Philip, son of Robert Fleming, Esq., of Joyce Grove, Henley-on-Thames, about ten years of age, upon his pony, three-fourths life-size, riding to left, and turning his full face to look out of the picture. He wears a grey melton jacket, breeches and gaiters, and holds in his right hand a soft grey hat and riding crop. He is in the act of checking his pony, as if his attention were arrested by the spectator. Landscape background, trees, river, hills, and sky.
Signed and dated 1899." |
Robert Brough |
61. A Bull Fight
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 35.56 x 50.8 cm
Lent by G. P. Jacomb Hood, Esq.
"The arena is in shadow, except a small portion in the left top corner of the picture, which is lit by the afternoon sun. In the foreground, in shadow, the matador stands alone, in green with red cloak, watching the bull as he charges a horse and rider on the far side in sunlight; group of men and horses in the shadow to right ; masses of spectators indicated in galleries, boxes, and alcoves.
Unsigned. Painted 1904. |
Robert Brough |
62. Bridge at Stoke Park
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 35.56 x 50.8 cm
Lent by Mrs. Matthias
"A stone bridge, with three arches, crosses the picture from left to right, over the end of a lake. Two swans emerge from under the bridge, and near the farther shore is a punt with figures in white, and red cushions, all reflected in rippling water. A figure in white dress leans over the left parapet. Trees and sky beyond.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
63. Suisgill—Moonlight in Sutherlandshire
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour sketch, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
Lent by John S. Sargent, Esq., R.A.
"A winding path, on which a flock of sheep and shepherd are indicated, leads into the picture. To right and left are fields, and a purple hill rises beyond. The whole picture is bathed in twilight, a pale full moon showing over the hill.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
64. "Azaleas."
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 93.98 x 76.2 cm
Lent by Mrs. J. Forbes Crombie.
"Sunlight sketch in a garden.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
65. "After the Storm."
1896
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 91.44 x 73.66 cm
Lent by Mrs. J. Forbes Crombie.
"Scene in Brittany. Large group of Breton peasants in a burial-ground ; a priest in his vestments, with two acolytes, reads the burial service; distant view of sea and sky and lowering clouds.
Signed and dated 1896." |
Robert Brough |
66. Portrait of the Baron Torphichen
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 114.3 x 91.44 cm
Lent by Lord Torphichen
"Life-size, half length, standing full face; he wears an eyeglass in his right eye; his right hand holds a parchment and seal; black coat, black scarf, and pearl pin. Dark background. Aet. suae 58.
Signed and dated 1904." |
Robert Brough |
67. Bacchanalian Scene
pastel, Pastel on brown paper, 45.72 x 43.18 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Slight suggestion for a classical composition of numerous figures.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
68. Concarneau in Brittany
1895
painting: oil, Sketch in oil, canvas, 45.72 x 33.02 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"A row of red-roofed houses and a church with a tower relieved against trees; reflections shimmering in a stretch of water; in the foreground are two posts, to one of which a fisherman is suggested mooring his boat.
Unsigned. Painted 1895." |
Robert Brough |
69. "Miss Mary Ross."
1892
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 66.04 x 50.8 cm
Lent by W. D. Ross, Esq.
"Portrait of the daughter of W. D. Ross, Esq. Small full-length figure about twelve inches high. She is about thirteen years of age, and sits across the picture in a large oak chair with red velvet seat ; her head turned almost full face, looking at the spectator; her left arm is on the arm of the chair, and her right hand holds a book; black dress, white lace cuffs and collar, black shoes and stockings; dark background.
Initialled and dated 1892." |
Robert Brough |
70. Military Parade, Place de la Concorde, Paris.
pastel, Pastel, sketch on grey paper,, 50.8 x 33.02 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Procession of cavalry advancing and passing; on the left fountains playing; buildings beyond.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
71. The old Roman Aqueduct, Algeciras
April, 1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 25.4 x 34.29 cm
Lent by Miss Elliot
"Sketch showing the aqueduct, a group of red-roofed houses, the Mediterranean beyond, and the rock of Gibraltar in the distance.
Signed." |
Robert Brough |
72. Portrait of the Children of J. C. Buist, Esq., Broughty Ferry.
1901
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 180.34 x 106.68 cm
Lent by J. C. Buist, Esq.
"Life-size, full lengths; the girl, about eleven years of age, is seated on a garden bench to the left of the picture, reading a book, which she holds on her lap; long flaxen hair falls over her shoulders; she is dressed in a grey frock with black stockings and shoes. The boy, about ten years of age, is standing close behind on the right, facing, and looking straight out of the picture; he wears a grey smock, and his left hand is in his pocket with a hoop over the arm. Background of trees and sky.
Signed and dated 1901." |
Robert Brough |
73. Portrait of the Rev. Alexander Ogilvie, LL.D., of Robert Gordon's College, Aberdeen.
1903
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 121.92 x 121.92 cm
Lent by the Aberdeen Art Gallery.
"Three-quarter length, life-size, full face, looking straight out of the picture; seated, in doctor's robes, to the right; the left arm rests on the arm of his chair, and the right is extended in front as if to make notes on a document lying on a table, on which are also two books. His head is relieved against a grey wall; on the left is seen a view of Robert Gordon's College through a window. Aet. suae circa 62.
Signed and dated 1903." |
Robert Brough |
74. A Harbour in Scotland.
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour sketch, 35.56 x 25.4 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"On the right a quay, with figures; fishing boats with numerous masts lying against it and reflected in the ripples; water in the middle distance reflecting the grey-brown sky, a town faintly indicated against the sky.
Signed " R. Brough."" |
Robert Brough |
75. Under the Beeches
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Green meadow and beeches at Stoke Park. A herd of deer are indicated in the distance.
Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
76. A Harbour in Brittany
1895
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour sketch, 35.56 x 25.4 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Fishing boats and a fisherman are suggested in the foreground. Red-roofed houses and a tower relieved against trees in the distance.
Unsigned. Painted 1895." |
Robert Brough |
77. Sketch of a Girl's Head in profile.
pastel, In pastel, red, black, and blue on brown paper., 45.72 x 35.56 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"Unsigned."
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Robert Brough |
78. Portrait of William D. James, Esq., of West Dean
about 1899
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 139.7 x 93.98 cm
Lent by W. D. James, Esq.
"Life-size, three-quarter length, almost full face, looking straight out of the picture, standing, with his right hand in the pocket of his breeches; his left hand holds to his side a hunting crop with a red thong; he wears riding costume, grey coat and moleskin breeches, and light striped waistcoat. Dark oak panelled background. Aet. suae circa 37.
Signed R. Brough, painted about 1899." |
Robert Brough |
79. Portrait of Mrs. Alfred Cox of Glendoick, Glencarse, Perthshire.
1902
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 218.44 x 101.6 cm
Lent by Alfred W. Cox, Esq.
"Life-size, full length, standing facing, head turned slightly to left; she wears a black velvet dress cut low on the neck, and black lace sleeves. A berthe of white lace is gathered round the right shoulder and fastened in front with two emerald brooches; her left hand rests on a table covered with red cloth, on which is a vase of roses. Dark oak panel background.
Signed and dated 1902." |
Robert Brough |
80. Portrait of Abel John Ram, Esq., K.C.
1902
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 111.76 x 91.44 cm
Lent by Miss Elaine Ram.
"Life-size, almost profile to l., seated, his right hand holding a book, and his left arm upon the arm of the chair; on the left a table with an ink-bottle; he wears a grey tweed coat and red tie; dark background. Aet. suae 60.
Signed and dated 1902." |
Robert Brough |
81. A Lady with a Veil.
1896 (?)
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 35.56 x 25.4 cm
Lent by Miss Kathleen Forbes Crombie.
"Head about half life-size, three-quarter face to the left, the eyes turned to the right. She has auburn hair, and wears a large dark hat and spotted veil. On the neck and hat are touches of red as of over-blown roses. Green background.
Initialled and dated 1896 (?)." |
Robert Brough |
82. Study of a Horse (for a Portrait)
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 101.6 x 76.2 cm
From the Artist's Studio
"The horse, saddled and bridled, fills the centre of the picture, facing to the left, and resting his off hind leg. Suggestion of sunlight and shadow in the foreground
; red roofed house and trees indicated in background. Unsigned." |
Robert Brough |
83. Portrait of Laurence Currie, Esq., of Minley Manor, Farnborough, Hants.
1903
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 129.54 x 93.98 cm
Lent by Laurence Currie, Esq.
"Life-size, three-quarter length, three-quarter face to r., looking straight out of the picture; his right hand holds a hunting crop against his side, and his left is in his breeches pocket ; he wears a grey coat, pale yellow waistcoat and tie, and white moleskin breeches ; dark background with green curtain. Aet. suae circa 30.
Signed and dated 1903." |
Robert Brough |
84. The Rev. James Stewart, D.D., V.D., Minister of Peterhead.
1904
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 96.52 x 73.66 cm
Lent by the Rev. Dr. Stewart
"Life-size, half-length, seated on the left, the head, with silver hair, almost in profile, looking to the right ; his right hand rests on a book. He wears a black and purple-lined robe and minister's tie; dark grey background. Aet. suae circa 65.
Signed and dated 1904" |
Robert Brough |
85. Gateway of the " Kasbah," the Fort of Tangier.
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
Lent by Mrs. F. Cavendish Bentinck
"A road leads upwards to a Moorish arched gateway, which is flanked by other buildings and relieved against a rich blue sky; figures in Moorish costume ascending and descending. The picture is bathed in sunlight, except the immediate foreground, over which a sharply defined shadow is cast.
Unsigned, painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
86. In the " Kasbah," Tangier.
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
Lent by Mrs. J. Forbes Crombie
"The Sultan's Treasury, in sunlight, with three Moorish arches and the prison adjoining. A procession of figures in front; in the foreground hooded and cloaked figures in shadow.
Unsigned. Painted 1904." |
Robert Brough |
87. The Upper Helmsdale in Spate, Suisgill, Sutherlandshire.
1904
painting: aquarelle, Water-colour, 50.8 x 35.56 cm
Lent by Miss Warrender
"The river in flood emerges from a dark background of trees, and breaks in the middle distance over rocks into a boiling pool, surrounded by rocks, in the
foreground." |
Robert Brough |
88. Life study—"A Man wielding a Club."
painting: oil, Canvas, oil, 91.44 x 60.96 cm
Lent by Gray's School of Art, Aberdeen
"Half life-size, nude figure standing upright in the centre of the picture, almost in profile to the right; looking over his right arm, which is raised, and holding the club over his left shoulder; his left hand with closed fist resting behind his back. Background of white and brown curtain. Inscribed " R. J. Brough, 1st session, May vi, 1892.""
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Robert Brough |
Name | Date of Birth | Date of Death | Nationality | # of Cat. Entries |
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Robert Brough | 1872 | 1905 | GB | 88 |