A Vision of Scottish Identity: The Life and Legacy of James Currie James Currie stands as a singular figure in the landscape of 19th-century Scottish portraiture, celebrated for his meticulous realism and profound understanding of familial bonds. Born in the rugged, windswept beauty of Caithness, Scotland, around 1808, Currie’s artistic journey was indelibly shaped by the Highlands. This formative environment, characterized by dramatic light and untamed landscapes, would later inform his lifelong dedication to capturing the true essence of human character through paint. His early training at…