Girtin

American  

[gur-tin] / ˈgɜr tɪn /

noun

1. Thomas, 1775–1802, English painter.

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Example Sentences

His first visit was made a year after Thomas Girtin had toured the area, and was probably made at his friend and rival's suggestion.

From The Guardian

The early method prevailed for a long time, as may be seen in the historic collection of water-colour paintings at South Kensington, but gradually the art developed, better pigments were used, and, as early as 1790, a marked improvement accrued, which led to the triumphs of Girtin and Turner, and the more brilliant examples of later days.

From Project Gutenberg

Girtin found a friend and helper in Dr. Monro, who possessed many fine drawings, and allowed the young painters of the day free access to them.

From Project Gutenberg

In the riverside scenery visible from the Doctor's house at the Adelphi, Girtin found congenial subjects for his art, as well as amid the old-world spots about Chelsea and Wandsworth.

From Project Gutenberg

Girtin loved to depict scenes of gloom and grandeur, such as the melancholy Cumberland hills, and the sterner scenery of Scotland, whilst Turner, his friend and fellow-worker at Dr. Monro's house, depicted light, even when treating similar subjects to those which his friend affected.

From Project Gutenberg