{"product_id":"pair","title":"Pair of Highland Cattle at the Loch Circa 1890–1915 Oil on canvas paintings","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWilliam Langley (1852–1922)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair of Highland Cattle at the Loch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1890–1915\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced in England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully matched pair of late Victorian to early Edwardian oil paintings by listed British artist William Langley, known for his atmospheric Highland cattle scenes and romantic countryside compositions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach painting captures a quiet moment along a loch, with Highland cattle gathered at the water’s edge beneath soft, moody skies and layered mountain backdrops. Langley’s signature style is evident in both works, from the gentle handling of light to the restrained palette of earthy browns, mossy greens, and silvery blues that create depth and calm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe compositions complement one another perfectly while maintaining subtle variation. One leans slightly warmer in tone, while the other carries a cooler, more muted atmosphere, allowing them to function as a true pair with visual balance and interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth canvases are signed and retain period construction consistent with turn of the century English stretcher work. Langley’s works have appeared at major auction houses including Christie’s, and his Highland cattle scenes remain among his most desirable subjects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinding a single Langley is always special, but a cohesive pair like this is increasingly rare, especially sourced in England.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with light age appropriate wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth canvases stable and well preserved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface shows gentle patina consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrames display beautifully with expected wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined and highly decorative pair of British pastoral paintings, offering both tranquility and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198868451388,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_7544.jpg?v=1776208974","url":"https:\/\/www.sarahandelijahantiques.com\/products\/pair","provider":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}