Thomas Girtin

1775–1802

Thomas Girtin, ‘Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland’ c.1797–9
Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland c.1797–9
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Thomas Girtin (18 February 1775 – 9 November 1802) was an English watercolourist and etcher. A friend and rival of J. M. W. Turner, Girtin played a key role in establishing watercolour as a reputable art form.

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