The Joyless Winter Day 

Joseph Farquharson's "The Joyless Winter Day" is a captivating depiction of a snowy landscape. The painting showcases a shepherd and his flock of sheep huddled together in the midst of a blizzard. The muted tones and swirling snow create a sense of bleakness and solitude, conveying the harsh realities of life in a harsh winter. The shepherd's determined figure, contrasted against the vulnerable sheep, underscores the fragility of life in the face of nature's raw power. This painting is a testament to Farquharson's skill in capturing the beauty and brutality of the Scottish landscape.