Artist: James Bell Anderson
Title: Landscape
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 16 x 11 in (40.64 x 27.94 cm)
Condition Report: Fine cracks in the lower area, the back panel is damaged, but the integrity of the piece is not affected; overall in good condition.
Provenance: Private estate, Toronto
Signed: Lower right

Description:
This vertical landscape painting by James Bell Anderson showcases an urban scene with impressive architecture. The composition is vibrant, with strong luminous hues that evoke a sense of freshness and spontaneity. The painting demonstrates Anderson's mastery of perspective and color theory, capturing the energy of the scene while maintaining a rigorous structural integrity. The urban setting is portrayed with both a sense of grandeur and intimacy, making the viewer feel both the scale and the atmosphere of the place.

About the Artist:
James Bell Anderson was a distinguished Scottish painter known for his portraits, still lifes, and landscapes. Anderson's artistic training took him through Arbroath, Edinburgh, and the prestigious Académie Julian in Paris. His works were widely recognized and exhibited in leading British venues, including the Royal Academy and the Royal Scottish Academy, where he was a member. Anderson's skill and reputation earned him a place in numerous public collections, with many museums preserving his portraiture and other works.

Exhibited:
Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts
Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool
London Salon
Royal Academy
Royal Scottish Academy (45 exhibitions)
Royal Scottish Society of Painters in Water Colours

Public Collections:
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
McLean Museum and Art Gallery
Royal Scottish Academy of Art & Architecture
Paisley Art Institute Collection
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries
The Dick Institute
The Signet Library
Wardlaw Museum, University of St Andrews
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery, University of Leeds
Anderson’s works remain celebrated for their technical prowess and expressive qualities, contributing significantly to the British art scene of his time.