George Murray Collection
"George Murray: A Man of Many Talents and Adventures" Step into the world of George Murray
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"George Murray: A Man of Many Talents and Adventures" Step into the world of George Murray, a man whose life was filled with remarkable achievements and thrilling escapades. In the captivating portrait titled "Portrait of the Rt. Hon. General Sir George Murray MP, " painted around 1829, we catch a glimpse of his distinguished presence as he assumes his role as a Member of Parliament. But it wasn't just politics that defined this extraordinary individual. In an intriguing artwork called "Prince Albert and Lord Glenlyon deer-stalking at Athol, " created in 1844 by an unknown artist, we witness Prince Albert himself engaging in one of George Murray's favored pastimes – hunting amidst the breathtaking beauty of Athol. Murray's connection to Athol is further emphasized in another stunning piece entitled "George Murray, 6th Duke of Atholl. " Painted circa 1850 by Francis Grant, this portrait immortalizes him as the sixth Duke, showcasing his noble lineage and immense influence within society. However, George Murray's legacy extends beyond portraits and titles. As evidenced by various artworks from G Murray Levick such as "Hansens Grave On Cape Adare, " "Launch of the Pram, " "Skua Gulls Fighting Over Some Blubber, " "Penguins Promenade, " "Dugdale Glacier, " "The Two Kayaks Ashore, " "Campbell Afloat in a Kayak", and even “Browning at the Igloo Door, ” all dating back to 1911-1913; we discover his adventurous spirit during expeditions to remote regions like Cape Adare. These mesmerizing illustrations depict scenes from explorations where he encountered diverse wildlife species such as skua gulls fighting over blubber or penguins elegantly promenading along icy shores. They also showcase moments when he navigated treacherous waters on kayaks or witnessed awe-inspiring glaciers like Dugdale Glacier.