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The 25 artworks by William Powell Frith our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

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Pope Makes Love To Lady Mary Wortley Montagu (1852) by William Powell Frith

1852 · Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, Auckland · original 94 x 118 cm

Explore the Victorian era through William Powell Frith's detailed paintings! Known for genre scenes & panoramic narratives like 'The Derby Day,' his art captures everyday life with remarkable realism.

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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John Knox Reproving Mary, Queen of Scots by William Powell Frith

1844 · Sheffield City Art Galleries, Sheffield

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Art Movement: Victorian Genre Painting
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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The Derby Day, 1858, William Powell Frith

1858 · Tate Britain, London · original 223 x 101 cm

Experience 'The Derby Day' by William Powell Frith! This vibrant 1858 painting captures Victorian society at the Epsom races, showcasing class distinctions and lively scenes with remarkable detail.

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Art Movement: Victorian Modern Life
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Mme Jourdain Discovers Her Husband at the Dinner Which He Gave to the Marquise and Count Dorante

Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester

Experience William Powell Frith's 'Mme Jourdain,' a vibrant Victorian scene capturing a lively dinner party filled with social commentary and artistic detail. Explore the painting’s rich narrative and Frith’s masterful composition.

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Art Movement: Victorian Social Scene
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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The Invalid (1890) by William Powell Frith

1890 · Nottingham Castle Museum And Art Gallery, Nottingham

Experience Victorian life through 'The Invalid' by William Powell Frith! This captivating oil painting portrays a family gathering with poignant detail and masterful storytelling.

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Art Movement: Victorian Genre Painting
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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The Sleeping Model (1853) by William Powell Frith

1853 · Royal Academy of Arts, London

Discover 'The Sleeping Model' by William Powell Frith! A captivating Victorian scene of an orange seller napping during a painting session, showcasing social commentary and artistic skill.

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Art Movement: Victorian Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Katharina

University of Cambridge, Cambridge

William Powell Frith’s ‘Katharina’ is a captivating Victorian portrait showcasing a melancholic theatrical figure in rich detail. Explore Romanticism's drama & emotion through this oil painting.

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Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith, The Railway Station - William Powell Frith (2026)

2026

Experience Victorian life with William Powell Frith’s Railway Station acrylic reproduction—rich detail, warm palette, and historic charm. Own a piece of history today.

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Art Movement: Victorian Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

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The Miniature (1883)

1883 · New Walk Museum - Art Gallery, Leicester

Explore William Powell Frith’s ‘The Miniature,’ a captivating Victorian portrait of introspective beauty. Oil on canvas, dramatic lighting & rich detail – a timeless piece.

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Art Movement: Victorian Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith, Eastham Ferry Boat (1862)

1862 · Williamson Art Gallery - Museum, Birkenhead

Explore William Powell Frith’s ‘Eastham Ferry Boat,’ a vibrant 1862 Victorian scene of maritime leisure & social life. Detailed oil painting, rich colors, & historical detail.

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Art Movement: Historical Genre Painting
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith

1867 · National Portrait Gallery, London · original 61.0 x 46.4cm

This somber 1867 oil painting by William Powell Frith captures an intimate studio moment. Shop this exquisite Victorian masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith, William Powell Frith (1838)

1838 · National Portrait Gallery, London · original 60.5 x 50.5cm

This somber 1838 oil portrait by William Powell Frith captures a contemplative young man. Discover this masterpiece of Academic Realism today.

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Art Movement: Academic Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Portrait of a Lady La Marquise by William Powell Frith, 1885

1885 · Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, Auckland · original 76.2 x 60.9cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Self-Portrait at the Age of 83 – William Powell Frith

1901 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 14.0 x 27.9cm

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Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Garden Flowers ( Making A Posy ) by William Powell Frith, 1855

1855 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 33.4 x 42.4cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Henry VIII And Anne Boleyn Deer Shooting – William Powell Frith

Admire William Powell Frith’s 'Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn Deer Shooting'! A Romantic masterpiece depicting royalty hunting. Explore Victorian art, historical detail & dramatic composition.

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Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith: Self Portrait

1883 · original 34.5 x 29.7cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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The family lawyer

Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Olivia unveiling by William Powell Frith

1874 · original 31.5 x 26.2cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

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Popularity: No. 19 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Uncle Toby and the Widow Wadman (1865)

1865 · original 52.1 x 75.6cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

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Popularity: No. 20 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Retribution, William Powell Frith

1880 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 32.7 x 41.2cm

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith, Anne Page (1852)

1852 · Royal Collection, London · original 45.9 x 32.9cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Many Happy Returns of the Day (1856)

1856 · Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate

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Art Movement: Contemporary Realism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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Monsieur Jourdain's Dancing Lesson (from Molière's 'Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme', Act II, Scene 1)

1850

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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William Powell Frith, Dr Johnson and Mrs Siddons in Bolt Court (1887)

1887 · dr Johnson's House, London

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Color Palette: Earthy

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Popularity: No. 25 of 154 artworks by William Powell Frith
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The artist

William Powell Frith

1819 – 1909

Quick facts

Also known asW. P. Frith, William Frith, Frith, R.A. W.P. Frith, W. Frith
Emotional tonemelancholic
Works on APS154
Creative periodsmature period, mature victorian
Top-ranked workPope Makes Love To Lady Mary Wortley Montagu
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Museums on APSTate Britain, Art Institute of Chicago, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, National Portrait Gallery, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Mediumsoil on canvas

Biography

Early Life and Training

Born: January 9, 1819, Aldfield, near Ripon, North Yorkshire, England
Died: November 2, 1909, London
William Powell Frith’s father was a hotelier in Harrogate.
He initially intended to be an auctioneer but his father recognized his artistic talent.
Frith studied at Sass's Academy in Charlotte Street, London and later attended the Royal Academy Schools.
Early career focused on portrait painting and literary subjects (Shakespeare, Scott).

Career Highlights and Artistic Style

Membership: Member of The Clique, a group of artists including Richard Dadd, Augustus Egg, Henry O’Neil, John Phillip, Edward Ward, and Thomas Creswick.
Influences: Heavily influenced by Sir David Wilkie's domestic subjects.
Genre Painting & Panoramic Narrative: Frith became renowned for his detailed genre scenes and panoramic narrative works depicting Victorian life in public places.
Notable Works:
- Ramsgate Sands (1854): Depicts a lively scene at the seaside resort of Ramsgate.
- The Derby Day (1858): Captures the atmosphere and social interactions at Epsom Downs Racecourse. This painting was incredibly popular, requiring railings to manage crowds viewing it.
- The Railway Station (1862): A detailed depiction of Paddington Station.
- The Sleeping Model (1853): Presented as his Diploma work at the Royal Academy.
- The Crossing Sweeper (1858): Explores the contrast between wealth and poverty in London.
Photographic Influence: Frith utilized photographic studies by Robert Howlett to achieve remarkable detail and accuracy in his paintings, particularly in works like The Derby Day.
Style: Characterized by meticulous observation, a large number of figures, and a focus on capturing the details of everyday life. He was known for his realism and attention to social commentary within his scenes.

Development and Later Years

Autobiographies: Frith wrote two autobiographies, My Autobiography (1887) and Further Reminiscences (1888), providing insights into Victorian art and society.
Artistic Views: He was a traditionalist and expressed his aversion to modern art developments.
Royal Academician: Elected as a Royal Academician in 1853.
Longevity: Frith lived a remarkably long life, witnessing significant changes in the art world during the Victorian era. He outlived many of his contemporaries from The Clique.

Historical Significance and Legacy

Social Commentary: His paintings provided valuable documentation of Victorian society, capturing its social dynamics, fashion, and leisure activities.
Popularity & Commercial Success: Frith was one of the most commercially successful artists of his time, with his works widely admired and sought after.
Influence on Genre Painting: He significantly contributed to the development of genre painting in Britain, elevating it to a respected art form.
Detailed Realism: His meticulous attention to detail set a standard for realism in Victorian art.
Legacy: Frith’s paintings continue to be exhibited and studied, offering a unique window into 19th-century life and solidifying his place as a significant figure in British art history.

Questions & Answers

How did William Powell Frith's art evolve over time?

A chronological account of William Powell Frith's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.

Is there a complete list of William Powell Frith's artworks?

Every work by William Powell Frith on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

What other names is William Powell Frith known by?

William Powell Frith is also known as W. P. Frith, William Frith, Frith, R.A. W.P. Frith, W. Frith.

By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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