Roland Henry Hill (1873-1952)
The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square
signed and dated 'ROLAND H. HILL 1920/Dec 11th' (lower left)
watercolour, heightened with white
11 x 16.5/8 in. (28.6 x 42.2 cm.)
Lot Essay
The National Gallery was begun by William Wilkins in 1832 and was completed in 1838. It's purpose was to house the Angerstein collection of pictures, purchased by the Government.