Stiff Climb
This is a view of a road on the outskirts of Helensburgh where
James Guthrie was living for a time. He often chose to work with
pastels and became very accomplished in this medium.
Guthrie was born in Greenock and went to University in Glasgow
where he studied Law. However, around the time he turned 20
he decided to pursue a career in art. He became one of
the most prominent members of the Glasgow
Boys. He spent summer months painting with the Boys
at Cockburnspath and Brig O'Turk. In later years he turned to
portraiture in which he enjoyed considerable success. He was made
President of the RSA in 1902.
Object no :
RI_DI_0053945
Collection :
Creator :
Sir James Guthrie (1859 - 1930)
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
460 x 360mm
Materials :
pastel on paper
Location :
NA
Accession number :
FA/A308
Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council