Landscape in the Lake District

Landscape in the Lake District, a 1785 painting by Philip James de Loutherbourg, depicts a serene lakeside scene nestled within a mountainous region. The painting, housed at Temple Newsam, measures 0.86 meters in width and 0.565 meters in height. The artwork showcases a tranquil lake, with a small boat visible near the shore. Rocks and sparse vegetation are scattered along the water's edge. A cart pulled by a horse is seen on a path leading towards the mountains in the background. The mountains themselves are imposing, their dark silhouettes contrasting with a soft, pastel-colored sky, suggesting either dawn or dusk. The overall mood is one of peaceful solitude and the beauty of the natural landscape.