Cea mai iubită pictură a lui Benjamin West este Moartea Generalului Wolfe (1770), expusă în Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto. The Last Supper (1786) și The Bard (1778) urmează în lista celor mai cunoscute picturi de către cititori. Catalogul nostru cuprinde 360 lucrări ale lui Benjamin West: iată cele 100 cele mai faimoase, fiecare cu anul creării, muzeul de păstrare și elementul care o face memorabilă.
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Moartea Generalului Wolfe: O Capodoperă a Artei Istorice Context Istoric și Semnificație „Moartea Generalului Wolfe” de către Benjamin West este o pictură iconică ce surprinde un moment crucial în istorie — Bătălia din Quebec, pe 13 septembrie 1759. Această bătălie, parte a Războiului Șapte Ani, a decis destinul coloniilor franceze din America de Nord. Generalul James Wolfe, care a condus forțele britanice spre victorie, a fost rănit mortal în timpul…
Benjamin West's "The Last Supper," painted in 1786, isn’t merely a depiction of a biblical event; it’s a profound exploration of human emotion and the genesis of faith. This monumental oil on canvas, currently residing at the Detroit Institute of Arts, transcends its historical subject matter to become a timeless meditation on betrayal, disbelief, and the quiet dignity of sacrifice. West, a pivotal figure bridging the worlds of Neoclassicism and…
Benjamin West's "The Bard," painted in 1778, is more than just a portrait; it’s a carefully constructed meditation on the role of the poet, the weight of classical learning, and perhaps, a subtle reflection of the burgeoning revolutionary spirit taking hold across the Atlantic. Measuring a modest 22 x 29 cm, this oak panel painting currently resides within the hallowed halls of Tate Britain in London, yet its impact resonates…
Benjamin West's "Alexander III of Scotland Rescued from the Fury of a Stag by the Intrepidity of Colin Fitzgerald" – often referred to as “The Death of the Stag” – is more than just a historical painting; it’s a visceral tableau of courage, loyalty, and the very essence of Highland legend. Completed in 1786, this monumental work, now residing within the Scottish National Gallery, transports us directly into a pivotal…
In St. George and the Dragon, Benjamin West orchestrates a scene of intense movement through a precise diagonal arrangement. The knight, mounted upon a rearing white horse, descends from the upper left toward the dragon positioned in the lower right. This structural choice directs the eye through the center of the struggle, emphasizing the momentum of the descent. The composition is tight and immersive, utilizing a close-up perspective that creates…
Benjamin West's "Death on a Pale Horse," painted in 1796, isn't merely a depiction of a biblical scene; it’s an immersive plunge into the heart of human anxiety and the sublime terror of impending doom. Born amidst the burgeoning intellectual currents of colonial America, West was a painter who defied easy categorization, seamlessly blending Neoclassical restraint with Romantic fervor. This particular work, one of three versions created around the same…
Benjamin West’s “The Death of Hyacinth,” completed in 1771, stands as a cornerstone of British Romanticism's nascent influence on the American artistic landscape. Currently residing within the Philadelphia Museum of Art, this monumental oil painting transcends mere depiction; it embodies an emotional resonance that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
Benjamin West’s “Portrait of George, Prince of Wales, and Prince Frederick, later Duke of York” (1778) is more than just a likeness; it's a meticulously crafted tableau vivant offering a rare glimpse into the social dynamics and burgeoning political currents of 18th-century Britain. Housed within the walls of The Hermitage in St. Petersburg, this oil on canvas masterpiece transcends mere portraiture, becoming a study in power, familial connection, and the…
The forest air hangs heavy and still, thick with the scent of damp earth and ancient leaves. Within this dark, atmospheric woodland, a profound tragedy unfolds in a single, frozen moment of grief. A woman lies motionless across the lower half of the canvas, her pale skin catching a sharp, theatrical light that seems to pierce through the murky canopy above. She is draped in deep, ultramarine blue fabric, her…
The canvas bears the title The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise. Benjamin West applied oil to the surface in 1791. This work captures the heavy moment when Archangel Michael drives Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden. The figures move away from the sanctuary, leaving the peace of the garden behind.
The painting Joseph Banks by Benjamin West is a stunning example of Neoclassical art, characterized by its use of classical elements and attention to detail. Created in 1773,…
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The air in the room feels heavy, thick with the scent of old stone and impending finality. A man leans forward, his hand pressed against his forehead in…
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The air in the room feels still, held in a quiet suspension as a mother and child lean into one another. Elizabeth West holds her son, Raphael, in…
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The heavy weight of tragedy hangs over King Lear, a work by the artist Benjamin West. Executed in 1788, this oil on canvas captures a moment of profound…
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The composition anchors itself upon a slumped figure, the center of a collapsing world. This man, likely William Pitt the Elder, rests amidst a crowd of mourning dignitaries.…
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A single, steady gaze meets the viewer from the shadows of the late eighteenth century. Dr. Enoch Edwards sits in a three-quarter view, his presence defined by the…
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An intimate Neoclassical portrait, this work captures an adult male artist and a young child within an oval composition. The man, positioned centrally, holds a palette and brush,…
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In 1772, Benjamin West painted The Cave of Despair, a scene drawn from the verses of Edmund Spenser’s Faerie Queen. The narrative centers on St. George, known as…
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In this 1782 print, titled Alfred the Third King of Mercia Visiting William d' Albanac, we encounter a scene of historical significance rendered by Benjamin West. The work…
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The oil on canvas titled Sir Thomas Strange, 1756 - 1841. Chief Justice in Madras is a portrait by the artist Benjamin West. Executed in 1799, the work…
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The oil on canvas titled King Lear was executed by the artist Benjamin West in 1788. This work was originally commissioned for the Shakespeare Gallery in London, a…
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Benjamin West, an American artist born in Springfield, PA, produced this Self-Portrait during his later years. Created in the United States/North America, the work dates to about 1818.…
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The portrait of George Harry Grey, Lord Grey (later the Fifth Earl of Stamford) captures a man of quiet authority. Painted by Benjamin West in 1765, the work…
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The Apotheosis of Prince Octavius (1779-83) is an oil on canvas painting by the artist Benjamin West. Created between 1779 and 1783, the work depicts a celestial scene…
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In this 1789 oil on canvas, we find ourselves amidst the chaos of the 1346 Battle of Neville's Cross. The scene is defined by a sense of urgent,…
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An elderly man sits within a wooden chair, positioned slightly off-center in a three-quarter length pose. He wears a dark, heavy coat featuring visible buttons and a crisp…
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The oil on canvas work titled Edward III (1312 1377) with the Black Prince (1330 1376) after the Battle of Crecy (1346) was painted by Benjamin West in…
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Benjamin West executed Prince Adolphus, later Duke of Cambridge, with Princess Mary and Princess Sophia in 1778. This oil on canvas portrait captures three young members of the…
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The scene unfolds in a quiet moment of repose within Cymon and Iphigenia, an oil on panel work by Benjamin West. Created about 1766, the painting captures a…
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The oil on canvas depicts three figures arranged in a triangular formation against a dark, receding background. In the center, a woman is dressed in a gown of…
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This remarkable engraving transports us directly to the tense yet pivotal crossroads of colonial history—the encounter near Muskingum Camp in November 1764. Benjamin West’s depiction is far more…
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Portrait of Colonel Guy Johnson and Karonghyontye – A Testament to Colonial Diplomacy The painting Portrait of Colonel Guy Johnson and Karonghyontye by Benjamin West stands as an…
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In this 1790 oil on canvas, the composition centers on the figure of Jesus Christ, positioned in a relaxed yet commanding pose. He is surrounded by a gathering…
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The gaze of Queen Charlotte meets the viewer through this oil on canvas portrait painting, a work that captures the regal presence of the German-born British queen consort.…
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In the quiet presence of Benjamin West’s 1769 masterpiece, Mr. John Utterson of Fareham, Hampshire, one does not merely observe a portrait; one encounters a profound moment of…
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Study of the Lamentation on the Dead Christ, executed by Benjamin West about 1785, presents a somber and tragic religious subject. The oil study on paper and panel…
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The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise, painted in 1791, represents a significant contribution to the Neoclassical art movement. Created by the Anglo-American history painter Benjamin West,…
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The Portrait of Sir John Griffin Griffin is an oil on canvas painted by the artist Benjamin West. Created in 1772, this work captures the likeness of Sir…
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The Portrait of Captain Christopher Codrington Bethell is an oil on canvas painted by Benjamin West in 1769. The sitter, a man who held a seat in the…
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The sun warms the fields in Harvesting at Windsor, a genre painting by Benjamin West. Created in 1795, the scene captures a moment of intense activity amidst the…
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The Conversion of St. Paul is a significant work by Benjamin West, executed in 1786 CE. This painting emerged from the artist's period in England, a time when…
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In this 1774 oil painting, titled Cupid, Stung by a Bee, Is Cherished by his Mother, we encounter a work by the American artist Benjamin West. Born in…
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In this intimate group portrait, The Artist and His Family, painted by Benjamin West about 1772, captures a quiet moment of domestic connection. The scene brings together the…
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In this exquisite portrait from 1772, Benjamin West captures more than just a likeness; he invites us into the private, intellectual sanctuary of Katherine Clayton, Lady Howard de…
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Saint Michael and the Dragon is an oil on canvas painted by Benjamin West in 1797. The work presents a religious and heroic subject, capturing a celestial struggle…
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| Muzeu | Oraș | Lucrări lui Benjamin West | Picturi din această listă |
|---|---|---|---|
 Yale Center for British Art |
New Haven | 16 | Paetus and Arria, Elizabeth West (née Shewell), and Her son Raphael, The Death of Chatham |
 Colecția Regală |
Londra | 27 | Edward III (1312 1377) with the Black Prince (1330 1376) after the Battle of Crecy (1346), St. Peter Denying Christ, Queen Charlotte (1744-1818) with Charlotte, Princess Royal (1766-1828) |
 Art Institute of Chicago |
Chicago | 4 | The Death of Procris, Queen Philippa at the Battle of Neville's Cross, Portrait of a Man |
 National Gallery of Art |
Washington | 10 | The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise, Portrait of Colonel Guy Johnson and Karonghyontye, Cupid, Stung by a Bee, Is Cherished by his Mother |
 Detroit Institute of Arts |
Detroit | 7 | The Last Supper, Death on a Pale Horse, King Lear |
 New York Historical Society |
New York City | 4 | Charles Willson Peale (1741–1827), Thetis Bringing the Armor to Achilles |
 Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco |
San Francisco | 3 | George Harry Grey, Lord Grey (later the Fifth Earl of Stamford), Cupid Stung by a Bee |
 Cleveland Museum of Art |
Cleveland | 3 | Elizabeth Shewell West and Her Son, Raphael, British Manufactory; A Sketch |
A single, steady gaze meets the viewer from the shadows of the late eighteenth century. Dr. Enoch Edwards sits in a three-quarter view, his presence defined by the…
The air in the room feels heavy, thick with the scent of old stone and impending finality. A man leans forward, his hand pressed against his forehead in…
Moartea Generalului Wolfe: O Capodoperă a Artei Istorice Context Istoric și Semnificație „Moartea Generalului Wolfe” de către Benjamin West este o pictură iconică ce surprinde un moment crucial…
Benjamin West's "The Last Supper," painted in 1786, isn’t merely a depiction of a biblical event; it’s a profound exploration of human emotion and the genesis of faith.…
Benjamin West's "Death on a Pale Horse," painted in 1796, isn't merely a depiction of a biblical scene; it’s an immersive plunge into the heart of human anxiety…
Benjamin West, an American artist born in Springfield, PA, produced this Self-Portrait during his later years. Created in the United States/North America, the work dates to about 1818.…
Moartea Generalului Wolfe (1770), Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto. Urmează The Last Supper (1786) și The Bard (1778).
Benjamin West, născut în 1738, avea 32 de ani: Moartea Generalului Wolfe datează din 1770.
Moartea Generalului Wolfe, The Last Supper, The Bard, Alexander III of Scotland Rescued from the Fury of a Stag by the Intrepidity of Colin Fitzgerald (, St. George and the Dragon, Death on a Pale Horse, The Death of Hyacinth, Portrait of George, Prince of Wales, and Prince Frederick, later Duke of York, The Death of Procris și The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise. Fiecare pictură din clasamentul de mai sus este însoțită de anul creării și de muzeul în care este expusă.
În catalogul nostru sunt 360 lucrări ale lui Benjamin West, datate între 1750 și 1818.
În principal în Yale Center for British Art (New Haven), Colecția Regală (Londra) și Art Institute of Chicago (Chicago); lista de mai sus enumeră fiecare muzeu și picturile sale.
În 1770s, care a inclus 30 dintre cele 100 lucrări de pe această pagină, Moartea Generalului Wolfe printre acestea.
Cea mai veche pânză de aici datează din Portrait of Dr. Enoch Edwards (1750), iar cea mai recentă este din Self-Portrait (1818).
Man (21), Woman (17) și Horse (7), din cele 100 lucrări de pe această pagină.
Oil On Canvas, utilizat în 33 dintre cele 100 lucrări de pe această pagină.
Neoclassical style, așa cum demonstrează picturile de pe această pagină.
Yale Center for British Art, New Haven deține 13 dintre lucrările de pe această pagină, printre care se numără Paetus and Arria, Elizabeth West (née Shewell), and Her son Raphael și The Death of Chatham.
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