Highland Gathering
Limited edition print (lithograph or offset lithograph) on heavy paper • Donald Grant (British, 1930–2001)
Style & Movement
Contemporary British Wildlife Realism; Sporting Art
Medium & Technique
Color lithography; reproduction of an original painting. Features mechanical printing with pencil signatures and numbering. The original would have been executed in oil or acrylic with soft blending for atmospheric effect.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980-1995)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 36 inches (including margins); Landscape format
Subject Description
A group of Highland cattle grazing in a misty, mountainous Scottish landscape. The composition uses a low horizon line to emphasize the vastness of the moors and the atmospheric depth of the distant blue-toned peaks. The central cow is shown grazing, while others stand sentinel, capturing the rugged and iconic nature of the Highlands.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the image remains vibrant, though some slight yellowing of the white margin may be present from non-archival mounting.
Estimated Market Value
$200 - $450 USD
Auction Estimate
$150 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Numbered 78/200; likely purchased through a gallery specializing in sporting art or wildlife prints. No visible secondary market labels.
Art Historical Significance
Donald Grant was a renowned wildlife artist known for his technical accuracy and atmospheric lighting. This work is representative of the high demand for Scottish pastoral scenes in late 20th-century interior decoration and sporting art circles.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist in the lower right margin; titled in pencil 'Highland Gathering' in the center margin; limited edition numbering 78/200 in the lower left.
Condition Issues
Minor light-induced fading is common for prints of this era. Some rippling (cockling) of the paper is visible under the glass, suggesting it is not flat-mounted to an acid-free backing.
Conservation Recommendations
Re-frame using UV-protective museum glass and acid-free archival matting to prevent further yellowing and protect against sunlight damage.