Ptarmigan in a Landscape by Edwin Landseer. A white ptarmigan lies on its back amongst rugged rocks in a mountainous highland landscape.

Ptarmigan in a Landscape

Edwin Landseer

1833 · Oil Paint, Panel

A striking sporting scene by Sir Edwin Landseer depicting ptarmigan against a rugged highland backdrop.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with softened warm notes — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Library
Placement
Strong over sofas, beds, buffets, or wider open walls
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft cream, Soft sage, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1833, this work by the renowned animal painter Sir Edwin Landseer captures the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. The composition focuses on the detailed rendering of the ptarmigan's plumage, set against a vast, atmospheric mountain landscape that evokes a sense of wild, untamed nature.