The exhibition, which is being held at Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries, is a celebration of Joseph Noël Paton, who was described in his New York Times obituary as Queen Victoria’s favourite painter.
The exhibition, which closes on February 9, 2025, has attracted more than 13,800 visitors and 500 glowing reviews on comment cards.
The exhibition features more than 70 works of art as well as personal items, including sketch books and medals.
Drawings of Queen Victoria and her children – drawn soon after Prince Albert’s death – are among the attractions on show.
Paton’s royal links aside, the exhibition showcases work inspired by biblical scenes, classical mythology and Scots folklore.
It offers a chance to examine Paton’s naturalistic style, which was greatly influenced by the 19th-century British art movement, the Pre-Raphaelites.
Among the comment cards completed by visitors, one describing the show as “fantastic”, stated: “It’s so informative … I’m planning on visiting again as there is so much to take in.”
Another commented: “Despite living in Dunfermline for the past 20 years, I knew nothing of Noel Paton.
“He deserves a lot more recognition.
“I’m glad this wonderful exhibition is raising his profile.”
Those thoughts were echoed in another card: “I hadn’t heard of Noel Paton.
“The detail in his paintings is extraordinary.
“I was recommended to see it by a friend and was not disappointed.”
Exhibition curator Lesley-Anne Lettice said: “It’s been wonderful opening the postbox in the gallery and reading the comment cards.
“Everyone seems to have taken Noel to their hearts.
“It’s lovely that so many visitors from his hometown are now fans of his work.
“He would be so pleased by that, as Dunfermline meant a great deal to him.”
To book places at upcoming events, call 01383 602365 or email dclg@onfife.com.