- 71
Attributed to Henry Monro
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Attributed to Henry Monro
- Portrait of Thomas Girtin (1775-1802); figure and foliage studies verso
- probably inscribed by the sitter l.l.: Tom Girtin, further inscribed by another hand in pencil l.r.: Portrait of / Thomas Girtin
- pen and brown ink on laid paper
- 15 by 11 cm.; 6 by 4ΒΌ in.
Provenance
Dr Thomas Monro from whom purchased by Sir Edward Bunbury Bt. (1811-1895):
Walter Fawkes, Farnley Hall, Yorkshire (1769-1825);
Sir William Frances (1944-1999);
Anonymous sale, Phillips London, 17 April 2000, lot 197
Condition
The pen and ink has generally remained strong and fresh. There are small areas (particularly in the foliage and the script) where the ink has faded slightly over time.
For more information regarding this lot please contact either Mark Griffith-Jones (0207 293 5083) or Emmeline Hallmark (0207 293 5407)
mark.griffithjones@sothebys.com
emmeline.hallmark@sothebys.com
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This is a rare intimate portrait of the young artist drawn with exceptional sensitivity. The amusing figurative study on the verso of this sheet indicates the charming spontaneity of the moment when the artist decided to draw both. Henry Monro (1791-1814) was the second son of Dr. Thomas Monro (1759-1833).