Jane Duckfield - Watercolour & Gouache
“The Old Drovers Inn, Mull”
An atmospheric Highland scene with delicate washes and strong highlights
Key Details
Artist: Jane Duckfield (1944–2016)
Title: “The Old Drovers Inn, Mull”
Medium: Watercolour with gouache highlights
Support: Paper
Signature: Signed lower right
Dimensions: Image: 46 × 34 cm (18.1 × 13.4 in); Frame: 73 × 61 cm (28.7 × 24.0 in)
Condition: Excellent; strong colour with no fading or foxing. Frame in very good condition with light handling wear.
Provenance: Private UK collection
Description
An atmospheric Highland landscape by Jane Duckfield, depicting The Old Drovers Inn on the Isle of Mull. Executed in watercolour with gouache highlights, the painting combines soft, delicate washes with stronger opaque passages to define the inn’s whitewashed walls and surrounding landscape. The composition captures the quiet drama of the Scottish Highlands, with distant hills and a brooding sky lending depth and mood.
About the Artist
Jane Duckfield (1944–2016) was a British artist based in Fife, Scotland, known for her lyrical depictions of cottages, lochs, and coastal villages. Trained at the Forgan Arts Centre and Dundee College, she developed a distinctive style combining technical skill with a strong sense of atmosphere. She exhibited widely across Scotland and was selected for the prestigious Shell Expo Award at the Fife Artists’ Exhibition in 1996 and 1997. Her work remains highly regarded for its charm, sense of place, and decorative appeal.
Estimated Date
Late 20th century
Provenance & Notes
From a private UK collection. A finely executed example of Duckfield’s work, combining regional authenticity with strong decorative presence. Treble mounted, glazed, and ready to hang.
