19th Century

john varley i (the older)

Born 1778 Died 1842 Works span 1803–1840

John Varley I (1778–1842): Painter of Tranquility and Blake Collaborator John Varley I (1778-1842) stands as a quietly influential figure in British watercolour painting, remembered primarily for his exquisitely rendered landscapes imbued with serene beauty and his significant partnership with William Blake. Born in Hackney, London, Varley’s artistic journey began amidst the burgeoning Romantic movement, shaping him into one of its mo…

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1803

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1840

last work

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john varley i (the older)

1778 – 1842

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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