John Henry Frederick Bacon (British, 1868-1914) Portrait of Sir Thomas Reckitt signed, inscribed and dated 'John H Bacon/REP 07' (lower right); inscribed with name and address (on artist's label attached to the reserve) oil on canvas 143 x 113cm (56 5/16 x 44 1/2in). Footnotes: Provenance Collection of the Hull and East Riding Hospital Trust. Their sale, Gilbert Baitson Auctioneers, Hull, 9 July 2025, lot 4. The present portrait, painted in 1907, depicts Sir Thomas Reckitt, a member of the distinguished Reckitt family, whose name is closely associated with the industrial and philanthropic history of Hull and East Yorkshire. The work is recorded in the collection of the Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, forming part of its extensive institutional holdings. Bacon was a versatile British painter and illustrator, recognised for his genre scenes, historical compositions and portraits. His association with Hull is further evidenced by other works, including portraits of Sir William Alfred Gelder and Lady Gelder, now held at the Hull Guildhall, suggesting an established regional patronage among prominent civic figures. The sitter belonged to the influential Reckitt family, whose legacy was shaped by the achievements of Sir James Reckitt (1833-1924), co-founder of Reckitt & Sons and a major benefactor to the city. His philanthropic initiatives included the creation of the model Garden Village, providing improved housing for workers, and the establishment of the James Reckitt Public Library, both reflecting a broader commitment to social welfare and urban development in Hull. As a commissioned portrait of a leading local figure, the present work exemplifies Bacon's role in documenting the civic identity of early 19th century Hull, while also representing one of the more significant works within his portrait oeuvre. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing