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Exhibition > Exhibition > Antiquities > Pennant’s Tour, Joseph Banks and the Western Isles > Cloyster in Oronsay Monastery

James Miller

Cloyster in Oronsay Monastery

Cloyster in Oronsay, Miller (BL)

While the drawing of Oronsay’s stone cross simply records an object of interest, James Miller’s view of the monastery’s ruinous cloisters exemplifies another distinct trend in antiquarian image-making. Here, the careful framing, dramatic perspective and group of people figured all contribute to animate the scene. There is light and atmosphere. The encounter with the physical vestiges of the past is made a picturesque experience.

1775
Pen, ink and watercolour
© The British Library Board

ancient monument eyewitness account illustration islands tour Oronsay religious scenic spot

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  • Event

    James Miller’s watercolour ‘Cloyster in Oronsay Monastery’

    9 July 2020

  • Event

    The artist as eye-witness: Joseph Banks, John Cleveley, and the Millers in the Western Isles

    30 June 2020

  • Location

    Oronsay
  • Tour Account

    Joseph Banks (1743-1820)

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