Highland masterpiece by Queen Victoria's favourite artist sells for £5.9m
A rare painting by Sir Edwin Landseer titled 'Scene in Braemar' has sold at a London auction for £5.9 million. The work, a sister piece to the famous 'Monarch of the Glen', fetched significantly more than its estimated value.
Why it matters
The sale highlights the enduring market value of 19th-century British art and the historical significance of Landseer's Highland-themed masterpieces.
Image source, Rayan Bamhayan Image caption, Scene in Braemar features a 12-point stag on a Highland peak
The article is a straightforward report on an art auction with no political or social agenda.
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