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M.T.Hla (U Tun Hla) - (1874-1946, Burmese.)
Landscapes of Burma
Each signed (lower right)
Watercolours (5) each mounted separately
Provenance Smart & Mookerdum, Booksellers & Stationers, 537, Randeria Buildings, Merchant Street, Rangoon
The Burmese artist U.M.T. Hla (U is the Burmese approximation for Mr), was a watercolour and oil painter who painted in the Western style. M.T. Hla was the signature he used for signing his paintings, which was apparently derived from the initials in the name Maung Tun Hla. In the early 1900s, Hla encountered the British artist Sir Gerald Kelly (1879–1972) who travelled to Burma to paint and who later established his reputation in England largely through his landscapes of Burma and portraits of Burmese dancers and ladies. Gerald Kelly subsequently became a painter of note in Britain, becoming Official Portrait Artist to the King and Queen during World War II and becoming President of the Royal Academy of Art from the 1949 to 1954. Hla received traditional instruction in Western painting techniques and undertook commissions to paint banners and other decorations associated with Burmese Buddhist celebrations and ceremonies. It is likely that most of the artist's works were acquired by colonial administrators and their families and brought back to England and Scotland in the early twentieth century. It would appear that very few of the artist's works have survived in Asia. Several paintings by M.T. Hla are found in the collection of the National Museum, Myanmar. Ranard observes that twelve of the artist's paintings survive in the collection of Denison University (Ohio). (Ranard reproduces five M.T. Hla paintings in his book.) M.T. Hla is historically important in the development of modern Burmese painting. His work represents a break with traditional styles of painting and heralds the evolution of a vibrant and dynamic painting scene in Burma which lasts to this day.
References
Khin Muang Nuynt et al, Myanmar Painting From Worship to Self-Imaging, EvoHeritage, 2006. Ranard, A., Burmese Painting A Linear and Lateral History, Silkworm Books, 2009. PAYMENT OPTIONS
PayPal /Card transactions can be processed through PayPal on our company website. We also accept payment by cheque and bank transfer. Deferred payments can be accepted over an agreed period of time whilst paintings remain with us.
CONDITION AND PRESENTATION
In our description, if a picture is shown to be framed then the frame will be included with the sale of the picture. Unless stated otherwise all unframed watercolours, drawings and prints have been mounted onto acid-free conservation board using either Japanese hinging paper or reversible wheat starch past. Unframed and mounted pictures are then wrapped in clear polyester film to protect both the picture and the mount. All conservation work has been carried out by accredited conservators.
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Radnorshire Fine Arts Ltd
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By appointment only
Powys
Mid Wales
Tel : 01982 570768
Non UK callers : +44 1982 570768
Each signed (lower right)
Watercolours (5) each mounted separately
Provenance Smart & Mookerdum, Booksellers & Stationers, 537, Randeria Buildings, Merchant Street, Rangoon
The Burmese artist U.M.T. Hla (U is the Burmese approximation for Mr), was a watercolour and oil painter who painted in the Western style. M.T. Hla was the signature he used for signing his paintings, which was apparently derived from the initials in the name Maung Tun Hla. In the early 1900s, Hla encountered the British artist Sir Gerald Kelly (1879–1972) who travelled to Burma to paint and who later established his reputation in England largely through his landscapes of Burma and portraits of Burmese dancers and ladies. Gerald Kelly subsequently became a painter of note in Britain, becoming Official Portrait Artist to the King and Queen during World War II and becoming President of the Royal Academy of Art from the 1949 to 1954. Hla received traditional instruction in Western painting techniques and undertook commissions to paint banners and other decorations associated with Burmese Buddhist celebrations and ceremonies. It is likely that most of the artist's works were acquired by colonial administrators and their families and brought back to England and Scotland in the early twentieth century. It would appear that very few of the artist's works have survived in Asia. Several paintings by M.T. Hla are found in the collection of the National Museum, Myanmar. Ranard observes that twelve of the artist's paintings survive in the collection of Denison University (Ohio). (Ranard reproduces five M.T. Hla paintings in his book.) M.T. Hla is historically important in the development of modern Burmese painting. His work represents a break with traditional styles of painting and heralds the evolution of a vibrant and dynamic painting scene in Burma which lasts to this day.
References
Khin Muang Nuynt et al, Myanmar Painting From Worship to Self-Imaging, EvoHeritage, 2006. Ranard, A., Burmese Painting A Linear and Lateral History, Silkworm Books, 2009. PAYMENT OPTIONS
PayPal /Card transactions can be processed through PayPal on our company website. We also accept payment by cheque and bank transfer. Deferred payments can be accepted over an agreed period of time whilst paintings remain with us.
CONDITION AND PRESENTATION
In our description, if a picture is shown to be framed then the frame will be included with the sale of the picture. Unless stated otherwise all unframed watercolours, drawings and prints have been mounted onto acid-free conservation board using either Japanese hinging paper or reversible wheat starch past. Unframed and mounted pictures are then wrapped in clear polyester film to protect both the picture and the mount. All conservation work has been carried out by accredited conservators.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 16/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
DimensionsImages approximately 6 in x 8 in. (15 cm x 20 cm.)
Mounts 11 1/4 in x 12 7/8. (28.5 cm x 32.6 cm.)
Period Early 20th Century Antiques
Material Paper
Origin Burmese
Condition Each watercolour has been cleaned and mounted by an accredited paper conservator
Item code as176a408
Status Sold
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Great care and trouble has been taken to ensure that all details written for every picture are correct and the photos are of sufficient quality so that each item can be viewed in detail. If the purchaser can find a fault (by way of a photograph) as proof of damage in transit that is not present in our promotional photo i.e. a tear in the canvas, broken glass, broken frame, damage to surface of picture, then a full or part refund will be offered back to the purchaser depending on the extent of the damage. This will only apply within 24 hours of signing for the parcel.
If the parcel has arrived and appears to be damaged in some way please return the parcel to us (unopened) and we will refund the purchase price on receipt of the picture.
If the purchaser can prove with written evidence from three independent experts that our description was false or misleading in any way then a full refund will be offered back to the purchaser.
Every effort has been made to give our clients complete confidence and satisfaction when buying from our company.
Great care and trouble has been taken to ensure that all details written for every picture are correct and the photos are of sufficient quality so that each item can be viewed in detail. If the purchaser can find a fault (by way of a photograph) as proof of damage in transit that is not present in our promotional photo i.e. a tear in the canvas, broken glass, broken frame, damage to surface of picture, then a full or part refund will be offered back to the purchaser depending on the extent of the damage. This will only apply within 24 hours of signing for the parcel.
If the parcel has arrived and appears to be damaged in some way please return the parcel to us (unopened) and we will refund the purchase price on receipt of the picture.
If the purchaser can prove with written evidence from three independent experts that our description was false or misleading in any way then a full refund will be offered back to the purchaser.
Every effort has been made to give our clients complete confidence and satisfaction when buying from our company.
View all stock from
Radnorshire Fine Arts Ltd
Private dealerBy appointment only
Powys
Mid Wales
Tel : 01982 570768
Non UK callers : +44 1982 570768
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