James Herbert Gunn (British, 1893-1964) Harbour scene signed 'HJames Gunn.' (lower right) oil on canvasboard 35.5 x 45.4cm (14 x 17 7/8in). Footnotes: Provenance Anon. sale, Christie's, London, 31 May 2012, lot 55. Portland Gallery, London. Private collection, UK (acquired from the above). The present lot was probably executed when Gunn visited the South of France in 1926 and when his signature changed from 'H.J.Gunn' to 'HJames Gunn'. The location is possibly Antibes, Cote d'Azur. Other works from this period evidence an interesting approach to composition, with a high horizon line and pronounced foreground. Gunn is perhaps best known as one of the foremost British portraitists of the 20th century but his career began as a painter of landscapes. After enrolling at the Académie Julian in Paris, he travelled widely in Europe and North Africa and produced works that reflected a clear love of painting en plein air. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: AR P AR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium. P This lot is owned by a private individual. The right of return enjoyed by EU customers is not applicable. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com