Ben Ledi
About this artwork
This image of Ben Ledi was produced in 1911, and by 1925 had become one of the most desirable and expensive Scottish prints. Here, Cameron used a combination of etching and drypoint to create the strong and dramatic contrasts of light and shade, resulting in a rich and full-toned image. Ben Ledi is a mountain set in the picturesque scenery of Perthshire, and its name means ‘Hill of the Gods’ in Gaelic. It was a constant source of inspiration for Cameron, who painted Ben Ledi many times in a variety of different seasons and atmospheres. His canvas in the National Gallery of Scotland’s collection (NG 2443) shows the mountain in autumn.
Updated before 2020
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artist:Sir David Young Cameron (1865 - 1945) Scottish
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title:Ben Ledi
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date created:1911
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materials:Etching and drypoint on paper
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measurements:Platemark: 38.00 x 30.30 cm
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credit line:The Hon. Gertrude Forbes-Sempill Gift 1955
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accession number:P 2319
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Sir David Young Cameron
Sir David Young Cameron
Cameron was a successful painter and a very influential etcher. Strong tonal contrasts characterise his prints and his stark and dramatic paintings, which are mainly landscapes and cityscapes. He studied at Glasgow School of Art before joining life classes at the Royal Scottish Academy. His work...