Portrait of Bryce McMurdo 1800

Henry Raeburn's "Portrait of Bryce McMurdo," a prominent example of Scottish portraiture, depicts McMurdo in a relaxed yet dignified pose. Created in 1800, the painting showcases Raeburn's mastery of light and shadow, highlighting McMurdo's features and the surrounding landscape. The sitter, dressed in the attire of a gentleman angler, leans against a rocky outcrop, his fishing rod resting beside him, suggesting a moment of respite during a day of angling. The painting, currently housed at the Tate Modern in London, offers a glimpse into the life of a Scottish gentleman in the late 18th century, blending elements of portraiture and landscape painting.