“View of Philiphaugh Farm, Selkirk at dawn,” created by Tom Scott in 1917, is a landscape artwork that belongs to the Realism art movement. The artwork portrays a serene rural scene at dawn, highlighting the beauty and tranquility of the countryside.
The artwork presents a picturesque landscape at the break of day. In the foreground, two cows graze peacefully near a shallow stream, while the delicate morning mist can be seen rising from the ground. The farm’s buildings, with their characteristic rural architecture, stand modestly in the midground, partially obscured by clusters of trees. The sky is painted in subdued shades of dawn, with soft hues of blue, purple, and orange, hinting at the sun’s imminent rise. The overall composition of the artwork harmoniously blends the natural elements with the soft light of the early morning, creating a tranquil and idyllic scene.
