Alford Usher Soord: A Master of Atmospheric Portraiture and the Echoes of ‘The Lost Sheep’ Alford Usher Soord (1868-1915) remains a quietly compelling figure in British art, largely due to his enduring masterpiece, “The Lost Sheep.” Born in Sunderland but raised primarily in York, Soord's artistic journey was shaped by a blend of formal training and a deeply personal vision. His life, though tragically cut short at the age of 47, produced a body of work characterized by atmospheric landscapes, evocative portraits, and a remarkable sensitivity to light and mood – elements that coalesce powerf…