Landscape with Hills, Cottages and Figures
Patrick was the eldest child of Alexander Nasmyth (1758-1840). His work consists mostly of Scottish landscapes, but after moving to London in 1810 his style became more traditionally English. He combined Italian and Dutch influences to satisfy the conventional tastes of his patrons. His work is now widely represented in British public collections. This small landscape is Italianate but has been modified to suit a northern taste. Whilst the buildings are Italian in style the hills and valleys appear very English. The figures add human interest.
