Lead Processing at Leadhills Weighing the Lead Bars

David Allan's 'Lead Processing at Leadhills' (1789) captures a bustling scene of lead weighing in Scotland’s industrial heartland, showcasing daily life & the era's burgeoning industry.

David Allan

Discover David Allan (1744–1796), the 'Scottish Hogarth,' celebrated for his genre paintings, historical scenes & insightful portraits of 18th-century life. Explore his Neoclassical style and lasting legacy.

Scottish National Gallery

Explore Scottish art at the National Gallery of Scotland! Discover masterpieces by renowned artists like Titian & Monet in a stunning neoclassical building on Edinburgh's Mound.