Ducks and Ducklings By John Frederick Herring at Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens
Ducks and Ducklings, late 19th century
By John Frederick Herring, Junior (working 1860-1907)
Oil on board Given by
Frederick M. Johnson, 1955
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.
