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Two Girls by James Cowie
Two Girls
Two Girls by James Cowie
Two Girls by James Cowie

Two Girls

Artist (Cuminestown, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, 1886 - 1956)
Datec. 1920
Mediumwatercolour on paper
ClassificationsPaintings And Drawings
DimensionsSight Size: Height: 17.2 cm, Width: 17.5 cm
Frame: Height: 43.7 cm, Width: 42.5 cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 1978.
Copyright© The Artist's Estate (2002)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG000139
About MeScottish painter James Cowie taught at several Scottish art institutions where he instructed students such as Robert Colquhoun, Robert MacBryde and Joan Eardley. His oil paintings were executed in a strong, linear style and required extensive preliminary studies, taking several years to complete.

In contrast, this watercolour, which is an early work, has a delicacy and spontaneity dictated by the watercolour medium. It depicts two girls in the art room at Bellshill Academy where Cowie was art master.

More About Me

Born into a family of farmers, Cowie created this work whilst he was an art teacher. He went on to influence a number of notable artists including Joan Eardley.