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J. C Gray Oil on Canvas
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J. C Gray Oil on Canvas

1900 - 1920
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A lovely pair of rural landscapes by J.C. Gray, both oils on canvas. One shows cattle grazing in an open field, the other a team of horses pulling a hay cart beside the water. Gray’s gentle palette and eye for everyday countryside life give both paintings a warm, nostalgic charm. Each is set in an ornate gilt frame that enhances the scenes beautifully. Together they form a harmonious pair, ideal for adding character and atmosphere to any wall. Canvas measures 41.5cm x 26cm

John Charles Gray (d. 1958) was a Dundee artist known for his charming rural and local landscape scenes. Born without hands, he painted using his mouth and feet, astonishing teachers with his natural talent from an early age. He lived for many years in Downfield, where he became a well-loved figure, remembered for both his artwork and his habit of singing as he worked. His paintings often depict the countryside around Dundee and now serve as a nostalgic record of the area.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62.5cm (24.61")
Width
77.5cm (30.51")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Cattle Oil Painting to the Edwardian era.

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SA1204223
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SAI4119
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A lovely pair of rural landscapes by J.C. Gray, both oils on canvas.
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One shows cattle grazing in an open field, the other a team of horses pulling a hay cart beside the water.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Gray’s gentle palette and eye for everyday countryside life give both paintings a warm, nostalgic charm. Each is set in an ornate gilt frame that enhances the scenes beautifully. Together they form a harmonious pair, ideal for adding character and atmosphere to any wall. Canvas measures 41.5cm x 26cm

fig 1. A framed oil painting depicting a herd of cattle grazing in a field beneath a dusk sky, enclosed within a decorative gold gilt frame.
fig 1. J. C Gray Oil on Canvas

John Charles Gray (d. 1958) was a Dundee artist known for his charming rural and local landscape scenes. Born without hands, he painted using his mouth and feet, astonishing teachers with his natural talent from an early age. He lived for many years in Downfield, where he became a well-loved figure, remembered for both his artwork and his habit of singing as he worked. His paintings often depict the countryside around Dundee and now serve as a nostalgic record of the area.

Height
62.5cm (24.61")
Width
77.5cm (30.51")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Cattle Oil Painting to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1204223
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4119
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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Pastoral landscape painting focuses on rural scenes, livestock, and unspotted natural settings, often capturing specific atmospheric qualities like dawn or dusk. Popularised in the 18th and 19th centuries, this style idealises agricultural and rustic life through naturalistic tones and textured brushwork.

Artwork from this period generally consists of oil-based pigments applied to woven cotton or linen canvas stretched over wooden stretcher bars. Frames were typically carved from wood or constructed using moulded plaster before being finished with gold leaf or metallic paint.

Authenticity is assessed by examining artist signatures, checking for natural craquelure across the paint layer, and evaluating the age of the canvas, stretcher bars, and frame fixings. Inspection under ultraviolet light can also reveal historical restoration or re-varnishing.

Pastoral oil paintings are often used as focal points above sideboards or mantels to add depth and warmth to contemporary or classic interiors. The traditional metallic tones of gilt frames contrast effectively against dark painted walls or warm timber panelling.

Oil paintings should be displayed away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and heat sources to prevent cracking or warping. Dusting should be conducted gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding moisture or chemical cleaners on both canvas and gilded frames.
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