{"product_id":"scottish-jewel-of-edinburgh-at-dawn-castle-ross-fountain-painting","title":"Scottish Jewel of Edinburgh at Dawn: Castle \u0026 Ross Fountain Painting","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"156\" data-start=\"99\"\u003e🌅 Jewel of Edinburgh at Dawn: Castle \u0026amp; Ross Fountain\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eOriginal Art on Canvas by Vikki Hastings (Scottish Artist) c2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"228\" data-start=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"230\"\u003e🖼️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"254\" data-start=\"234\"\u003eSubject \u0026amp; Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"254\"\u003eIn \u003cem data-end=\"321\" data-start=\"260\"\u003e“🌅🏰 Jewel of Edinburgh at Dawn: Castle \u0026amp; Ross Fountain ⛲”\u003c\/em\u003e, this framed original acrylic on canvas by Scottish artist Vikki Hastings portrays one of Scotland’s most celebrated views. Titled \"Crown of the Capital at Dawn\". Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock, dominates the skyline while the ornate Ross Fountain sparkles in the soft glow of morning light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"588\"\u003eThe composition unites medieval strength with Victorian artistry, celebrating two enduring symbols of Edinburgh’s cultural heritage. Hastings’ sensitive use of light imbues the piece with majesty and serenity, making it both a homage to Scotland’s past and a highly desirable collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"883\" data-start=\"880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1222\" data-start=\"885\"\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"915\" data-start=\"888\"\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"915\"\u003eHastings achieves harmony through her interplay of light, colour, and form. The sky unfolds in tranquil blues with delicate gradations, capturing the clarity of dawn. Golden ochres and warm sienna illuminate the castle walls, while rugged greys and browns root Castle Rock with strength and permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1483\" data-start=\"1224\"\u003eIn the foreground, the Ross Fountain gleams with golden-bronze tones, its basin reflecting subtle shadows. The gardens around it are depicted in layered greens — cool, shadowed depths contrasted with sunlit highlights — suggesting both life and tranquility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1750\" data-start=\"1485\"\u003eHer brushwork varies with intent: the fortress is rendered with firm, disciplined strokes, while foliage and reflections are captured with fluid, expressive movement. The sky and clouds soften the scene with blended transitions, deepening the sense of atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003eHastings’ style blends realism with painterly impression. Architectural details are precise yet never rigid, while her treatment of light and texture lends vibrancy and warmth. The fountain’s ornate details balance delicacy against the monumental presence of the castle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2199\" data-start=\"2026\"\u003eThis refined balance of technique and atmosphere is a hallmark of Hastings’ work, showcasing her mastery of traditional canvas painting infused with contemporary vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"2201\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2581\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003e👩🎨 \u003cstrong data-end=\"2249\" data-start=\"2212\"\u003eArtist Biography – Vikki Hastings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2252\" data-start=\"2249\"\u003eVikki Hastings is a contemporary Scottish painter renowned for her evocative oils and acrylics capturing the drama and romance of Scotland’s landscapes and historic architecture. She is particularly admired for her depictions of castles, coastlines, and old towns, with a signature focus on the changing light of dawn and dusk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2798\" data-start=\"2583\"\u003eHer style blends realism with warmth and atmosphere, bridging Scotland’s heritage with a modern sensibility. Her works are highly prized by collectors for their authenticity, luminosity, and poetic sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2803\" data-start=\"2800\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3306\" data-start=\"2805\"\u003e🏛️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"2840\" data-start=\"2809\"\u003eExhibitions and Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2843\" data-start=\"2840\"\u003eHastings’ works have been shown widely across Scotland and the UK, including:\u003cbr data-end=\"2923\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003e• Edinburgh Art Fair – where her castle series drew major collector interest.\u003cbr data-end=\"3003\" data-start=\"3000\"\u003e• Royal Scottish Academy Open Exhibition – presenting leading contemporary talent.\u003cbr data-end=\"3088\" data-start=\"3085\"\u003e• Glasgow Contemporary Art Fair – showcasing her heritage-inspired works.\u003cbr data-end=\"3164\" data-start=\"3161\"\u003e• Stirling Smith Art Gallery \u0026amp; Museum – themed exhibitions on Scottish landscapes.\u003cbr data-end=\"3249\" data-start=\"3246\"\u003e• Private gallery showings in Edinburgh and St Andrews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3386\" data-start=\"3308\"\u003eHer art is now held in collections across the UK, Europe, and North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3391\" data-start=\"3388\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3786\" data-start=\"3393\"\u003e🏰 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3435\" data-start=\"3396\"\u003eEdinburgh Castle – Scotland’s Crown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3438\" data-start=\"3435\"\u003eStanding atop Castle Rock for over 900 years, Edinburgh Castle has served as fortress, palace, and national symbol. From King David I’s reign to the Wars of Scottish Independence, it has remained a bastion of power and pride. Today it houses the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny, overlooking the capital as a guardian of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4171\" data-start=\"3788\"\u003e⛲ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3828\" data-start=\"3790\"\u003eRoss Fountain – Victorian Elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3831\" data-start=\"3828\"\u003eNestled in Princes Street Gardens, the Ross Fountain was cast in France in the 1860s and gifted to Edinburgh by philanthropist Daniel Ross. Installed in 1872, its allegorical figures celebrate Victorian achievement. Restored in 2018, it now shines in bronze and gold — a perfect ornamental counterpart to the strength of the castle above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4176\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4459\" data-start=\"4178\"\u003e🌄 \u003cstrong data-end=\"4217\" data-start=\"4181\"\u003eThe Significance of the Painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4220\" data-start=\"4217\"\u003eIn \u003cem data-end=\"4284\" data-start=\"4223\"\u003e“🌅🏰 Jewel of Edinburgh at Dawn: Castle \u0026amp; Ross Fountain ⛲”\u003c\/em\u003e, Hastings unites two epochs of Scottish pride — medieval resilience and Victorian artistry. Cast in dawn’s glow, the scene radiates romance, history, and timeless grandeur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4625\" data-start=\"4622\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4744\" data-start=\"4627\"\u003e✒️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4640\" data-start=\"4630\"\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4643\" data-start=\"4640\"\u003eSigned in the lower corner by the artist Vikki Hastings, ensuring authenticity and collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4895\" data-start=\"4746\"\u003e🖼️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"4771\" data-start=\"4750\"\u003eDimensions Framed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4774\" data-start=\"4771\"\u003e72.5 cm wide × 62.5 cm high × 3.5 cm deep.\u003cbr data-end=\"4819\" data-start=\"4816\"\u003eBeautifully framed, ready to hang, and designed to complement the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5048\" data-start=\"4897\"\u003e📜 \u003cstrong data-end=\"4914\" data-start=\"4900\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"4917\" data-start=\"4914\"\u003e• Private Collection, North Ayrshire (Scotland)\u003cbr data-end=\"4967\" data-start=\"4964\"\u003e• Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD\u003cbr data-end=\"5015\" data-start=\"5012\"\u003e• Privately Loaned \u0026amp; Exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5053\" data-start=\"5050\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5353\" data-start=\"5055\"\u003e💚 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5080\" data-start=\"5058\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5083\" data-start=\"5080\"\u003e✔️ Captures Edinburgh at first light in a luminous dawn palette\u003cbr data-end=\"5149\" data-start=\"5146\"\u003e✔️ Features two Scottish icons — Castle \u0026amp; Fountain 🏰⛲\u003cbr data-end=\"5206\" data-start=\"5203\"\u003e✔️ Combines realism with painterly vibrancy\u003cbr data-end=\"5252\" data-start=\"5249\"\u003e✔️ Documented provenance and exhibition history\u003cbr data-end=\"5302\" data-start=\"5299\"\u003e✔️ Signed original by an emerging Scottish talent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5358\" data-start=\"5355\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5574\" data-start=\"5360\"\u003e🔎 \u003cstrong data-end=\"5376\" data-start=\"5363\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5379\" data-start=\"5376\"\u003eMinor foxing visible in the sky, but the painted surface remains in excellent overall condition. The frame shows light scuffing and wear consistent with age, yet remains sturdy and presentable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🌍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eWorldwide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eProfessionally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003epackaged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efully \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einsured \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003esafe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003einternational \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003edelivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e🖼️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAvailable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eexclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ethrough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eCheshire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAntiques \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eConsultant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eLTD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3560\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3294\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e📩 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInquire now to secure this piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5943\" data-start=\"5940\"\u003e","brand":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55765396160890,"sku":"k40000017","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0201\/2227\/1808\/files\/EdinburghCastle_RossFountain.jpg?v=1755501827","url":"https:\/\/cheshireantiquesconsultantltd.com\/en-ie\/products\/scottish-jewel-of-edinburgh-at-dawn-castle-ross-fountain-painting","provider":"Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}