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hugh munro

1870 – 1916

hugh munro
Modern
Modern

hugh munro

Born 1870 Died 1916 Works span 1919–1919

Hugh Munro (1870 – 1916): Patron of Turner and Pioneer of Scottish Landscape Painting Hugh Andrew Johnstone Munro of Novar was a British art collector and amateur painter who left an indelible mark on the artistic landscape of his time, primarily through his fervent patronage of J.M.W. Turner and his contribution to establishing Scottish landscape painting as a respected genre. Born in London in 1870, he descended from Hector Munro, 8…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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