Lot #61: Palace of Holyroodhouse – After James Duffield Harding (1797/8–1863)

Published by the Royal Library, Palace of Holyroodhouse – After James Duffield Harding (1797/8–1863) Published by the Royal Library, Windsor Castle 1979 This elegant framed work presents Palace of Holyroodhouse, a classic romantic landscape after James Duffield Harding, one of Britain’s most respected 19th-century landscape artists. The composition captures the dramatic setting of Holyroodhouse beneath brooding skies and sweeping Highland terrain, combining architectural grandeur with atmospheric natural scenery. Originally created by Harding in the early 19th century, this authorized Royal Library edition was published in 1979, drawing directly from works held in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle. The image reflects Harding’s masterful handling of light, weather, and depth—hallmarks that made his work influential among Romantic-era artists and collectors. Presented in a classic gilt frame with a wide mat, the piece has a refined, traditional presence well suited to libraries, studies, hallways, or formal living spaces. Its historical subject matter and royal provenance give it strong decorative and collector appeal, especially for those drawn to British history, architecture, and landscape art. Why it stands out • After a renowned 19th-century British master • Published by the Royal Library, Windsor Castle (1979) • Historic royal subject: Palace of Holyroodhouse • Timeless Romantic landscape aesthetic • Ready to display in a traditional gilt frame A distinguished and tasteful piece that brings a sense of heritage, culture, and quiet drama to any interior—ideal for collectors seeking classic British imagery with royal provenance. 1979 This elegant framed work presents Palace of Holyroodhouse, a classic romantic landscape after James Duffield Harding, one of Britain’s most respected 19th-century landscape artists. The composition captures the dramatic setting of Holyroodhouse beneath brooding skies and sweeping Highland terrain, combining architectural grandeur with atmospheric natural scenery. Originally created by Harding in the early 19th century, this authorized Royal Library edition was published in 1979, drawing directly from works held in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle. The image reflects Harding’s masterful handling of light, weather, and depth—hallmarks that made his work influential among Romantic-era artists and collectors. Presented in a classic gilt frame with a wide mat, the piece has a refined, traditional presence well suited to libraries, studies, hallways, or formal living spaces. Its historical subject matter and royal provenance give it strong decorative and collector appeal, especially for those drawn to British history, architecture, and landscape art. Why it stands out • After a renowned 19th-century British master • Published by the Royal Library, Windsor Castle (1979) • Historic royal subject: Palace of Holyroodhouse • Timeless Romantic landscape aesthetic • Ready to display in a traditional gilt frame A distinguished and tasteful piece that brings a sense of heritage, culture, and quiet drama to any interior—ideal for collectors seeking classic British imagery with royal provenance. Dimensions: 22”w1”D18H Pickup category timeslot {A}