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thomas girtin

1775 – 1802

thomas girtin
19th Century
19th Century

thomas girtin

Born 1775 Died 1802 Works span 1796–1798

A Pioneer of Atmospheric Watercolour: The Life and Art of Thomas Girtin Thomas Girtin, a name perhaps less immediately recognizable than his contemporary J.M.W. Turner, nevertheless occupies a pivotal position in the history of British art. Born in Southwark, London, in 1775, Girtin’s brief but intensely productive career fundamentally altered perceptions of watercolour painting, elevating it from a primarily topographical pursuit to…

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dated works
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1796
first work
1798
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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