Man of Sorrows by William Dyce. A contemplative figure in a blue and red robe sits on a rocky outcrop amidst a sprawling, detailed mountain landscape under a bright sky.

Man of Sorrows

William Dyce

1860 · Medium Not Listed

A profound and detailed mid-19th-century landscape featuring a solitary, contemplative figure set against the rugged beauty of the Scottish highlands.

$243

For the selected configuration

From $129

6 frame sizes

Frame size
Frame color
Mount
Paper type
Glaze

Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)

Where it works

A calm artwork with moderate presence in a warmer tonal register — holds a composed wall with restraint.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
Walls
Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft gray, Rich brown, Olive green

About the piece

Painted around 1860 by William Dyce, this work exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to geological detail and atmospheric light. The composition places the 'Man of Sorrows' in a vast, desolate landscape, blending religious themes with the raw, naturalistic beauty of the Victorian era.