Robert Gibb Hand Numbered Limited Edition Print on Paper :"The Thin Red Line"
Title: The Thin Red Line
Dimensions (W x H ): Paper Size: 40 x 22 in | Image Size: 36 x 18 in
Edition | Medium: Each print is hand numbered, accompanied by a certificate signed by the Master Printer and is numbered to match the print. The editions are limited to 1880 copies. |
This Gouttelette print on paper is published with light-fast inks to BS1006 Standard onto acid-free calcium carbonate buffered stock, mould-made from 100% cotton and sourced from environmentally conscious paper suppliers. This product is exclusive to Rosenstiels.
About the Art: Superior Edition
About the Artist:
The Scottish painter Robert Gibb was born in 1845 and acquired a considerable reputation as an artist of epic military scenes.
So successful was his career that Robert Gibb became Keeper of the National Gallery of Scotland from 1895 to 1907 and was also Painter and Limner to the King from 1908 until his death. The ancient position of Painter and Limner brings its holder membership of the Royal Household in Scotland and the duties involve painting the King and members of the Royal Family and recording notable events like coronations, weddings and christenings. Other distinguished holders of the post include Sir Henry Raeburn and David Wilkie.
Particularly noted for his military paintings, Robert Gibb’s works included views of Napoleon’s retreat from Moscow and of the famous military action by ‘The Thin Red Line’, the British Army’s 93rd (Highland) Regiment at the Battle of Balaclava on 25 October 1854 during the Crimean War.
Robert Gibb died in 1932.
