Farmyard scenes and animal studies, such as this group of mallard ducks, were often painted during the Victorian period. Herring’s skilful portrayal of countryside and wildlife guaranteed his popularity with an increasingly urban population.

Herring was a successful sporting and animal painter, like his father, J. F. Herring, Senior. Their styles are very similar.

Provenance: Given by Frederick M. Johnson, 1955

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens, Tyne & Wear
Material: Oil on canvas
Artist: John Frederick Herring, Junior (working 1860-1907)
Date: early 19th century

Image Details
Date: 14 October 2023
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Telephoto Camera 52mm ƒ/2.4
Focal Length: 52mm
Aperture: ƒ/2.4
Shutter Speed: 1/33s
ISO: 500
Licensing: Image of a Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens asset. This image cannot be licensed.