Study of Still Life

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James Steel Orchar
Born Broughty Ferry, 1854-1891

Study of a Still Life, 1872
Oil on Canvas

Presented by the Orchar Trustees, 1987
Original Orchar Collection
Museum number 272-1987-242

It is significant that this painting is part of the original collection. Indicating JG Orchar's fondness for his son and his pride in his artistic abilities, it hung alongside works by the best artists of the day. This is one of two paintings by JS Orchar in the collection.