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Robert Houston Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Scottish Watercolour Painting Loch Lubnaig, Trossachs Scotland Landscape
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Robert Houston Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Scottish Watercolour Painting Loch Lubnaig, Trossachs Scotland Landscape

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 November 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: Original Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed Robert Houston

About the Artist:

Robert Houston (Scottish, 1891–1942)

A listed Scottish painter associated with the Impressionist and Modern British schools, Robert Houston is best known for his atmospheric landscapes and coastal views of the west of Scotland. His works have been exhibited at The Fine Art Society, Edinburgh, and appear in numerous private and institutional collections. Houston’s works have achieved strong auction results, with realised prices ranging from £10 to over £6,500, depending on subject and scale. His record sale stands at £6,500 (Bonhams Edinburgh, 2011) for Afternoon Sunshine, Firth of Clyde.

This smaller, intimate work embodies Houston’s naturalistic palette and tonal restraint, typical of his 1930s Highland period.

Approximate age of artwork: Not Dated, Circa early 20th Century

Depiction or Location: A serene Highland study of Loch Lubnaig, near Callander in the Trossachs. Painted with Houston’s trademark sensitivity to atmosphere and tone, the work captures the misted ridges and calm waters beneath a cool grey Scottish sky — a classic and understated example of early 20th-century Scottish landscape painting.

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition; Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork: 40 x 50 cm including mount. (mount aperture approx. 34 x 24 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Scottish Watercolour Landscape Painting to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172895
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Description
Type of artwork: Original Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: Signed Robert Houston

About the Artist:

Robert Houston (Scottish, 1891–1942)

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A listed Scottish painter associated with the Impressionist and Modern British schools, Robert Houston is best known for his atmospheric landscapes and coastal views of the west of Scotland.
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His works have been exhibited at The Fine Art Society, Edinburgh, and appear in numerous private and institutional collections. Houston’s works have achieved strong auction results, with realised prices ranging from £10 to over £6,500, depending on subject and scale. His record sale stands at £6,500 (Bonhams Edinburgh, 2011) for Afternoon Sunshine, Firth of Clyde.

fig 1. An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape.
fig 1. Robert Houston Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Scottish Watercolour Painting Loch Lubnaig, Trossachs Scotland Landscape

This smaller, intimate work embodies Houston’s naturalistic palette and tonal restraint, typical of his 1930s Highland period.

Approximate age of artwork: Not Dated, Circa early 20th Century

Depiction or Location: A serene Highland study of Loch Lubnaig, near Callander in the Trossachs. Painted with Houston’s trademark sensitivity to atmosphere and tone, the work captures the misted ridges and calm waters beneath a cool grey Scottish sky — a classic and understated example of early 20th-century Scottish landscape painting.

fig 2. An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape.
fig 2. Robert Houston Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Scottish Watercolour Painting Loch Lubnaig, Trossachs Scotland Landscape

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition; Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork: 40 x 50 cm including mount. (mount aperture approx. 34 x 24 cm)

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Scottish Watercolour Landscape Painting to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172895
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Archive I An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Robert Houston Signed Original Early 20th Century Antique Scottish Watercolour Painting Loch Lubnaig, Trossachs Scotland Landscape

Archive II An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View II
Archive III An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View III
Archive IV An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View IV
Archive V An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View V
Archive VI An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View VI
Archive VII An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View VII
Archive VIII An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View VIII
Archive IX An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View IX
Archive X An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View X
Archive XI An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape. View XI
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An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape.
Robert Houston Signed Original early 20th Century Antique Scottish Watercolour Painting Loch Lubnaig, Trossachs Scotland Landscape
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An early 20th century watercolour painting depicting a Scottish loch surrounded by rolling hills and distant mountains under a heavy grey cloudscape.
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  • ObjectOriginal Watercolour Painting
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century Scottish Landscape
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour pigment
  • ColourMuted Green and Grey
  • MotifsLoch view, Mountain range, Overcast sky, Foreground vegetation
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Early 20th century Scottish watercolours often focus on the atmospheric weather, dramatic topography, and lochs of the Highlands, capturing light and tonal subtlety characteristic of the periods regional schools.

These works typically utilise artist-grade watercolours applied to heavy-weight cotton or rag paper, often framed behind glass with acidic or neutral mount boards to protect the delicate pigments.

Authenticity is evaluated through paper watermarks, the absence of modern synthetic pigments, period-appropriate framing techniques, and signature verification against known historical artists of the era.

Such pieces bring organic depth and heritage character to a room, working particularly well when paired with traditional wood panelling, muted earthy walls, or as a contrasting focal point in a neutral space.

Watercolours must be displayed away from direct sunlight to prevent pigment fading and paper yellowing, and kept in stable humidity-controlled environments behind UV-filtering conservation glass.
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