28th Jan, 2026 15:00
The Scottish Pictures Auction
* ISOBEL WYLIE HUTCHISON (SCOTTISH 1889 - 1982)
NARVA, ESTONIA
watercolour on paper, titled label verso
mounted, framed and under glass
image size 22cm x 30cm, overall size 42cm x 49cm
Label verso: Scottish Society of Women Artists
Note: Born in the Midlothian town of Kirkliston, Hutchison began her eclectic career as a traveller, film-maker, poet and novelist when she was in her thirties. In 1927, she embarked on her first exploration to East Greenland, and in 1928 she spent the year living with the indigenous Eskimos in North Greenland. In 1934, she travelled to Arctic Alaska. What distinguishes her travels from other explorers is the attention she paid to day-to-day, often humble behaviours. This was complimented by her interest in botany. The books she produced relating to her travels are illustrated with her lively watercolours. She had a long association with the Royal Scottish Geographical Society as Honorary Editor and Vice President. She was awarded the Mungo Park Medal in honour of her exploration and research.
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