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          Arthur Hughes Most Popular Paintings

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

          Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Arthur Hughes · 1832 – 1915

          April Love

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #1: April Love
          1855 · Tate Britain, London · original 49 x 88 cm

          Arthur Hughes’ ‘April Love,’ painted in 1855–6, captures a moment of romantic crisis with masterful detail. Set against an ivy-clad arbor and featuring a woman gazing upwards, the painting embodies Pre-Raphaelite ideals—beauty, emotion, and symbolism—inspired by Tennyson's poem 'The Miller’s Daughter.'

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 1 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          from$17524 × 42 cm Commission this artwork
          Same size as the original$27349 × 88 cm Commission at original size

          Home From Sea

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #2: Home From Sea
          1856 · Ashmolean Museum, Oxford · original 51 x 65 cm

          Experience Arthur Hughes' 'Home From Sea,' a poignant Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece capturing a sailor’s grief and reflection. A hauntingly beautiful depiction of loss and remembrance.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 2 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
          Delivery
          Worldwide, about 5 weeks
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          Same size as the original$24465 × 51 cm Commission at original size

          The Knight of the Sun (reduced version)

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #3: The Knight of the Sun (reduced version)
          1860 · Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

          Discover 'The Knight of the Sun' by Arthur Hughes (1860). A dramatic Pre-Raphaelite painting featuring a fallen king & mourners. Rich detail, dark hues, & romantic style – perfect for art collectors.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 3 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
          Delivery
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          La Belle Dame Sans Merci

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #4: La Belle Dame Sans Merci
          1861 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne

          ‘La Belle Dame Sans Merci’ by Arthur Hughes is a captivating oil painting from 1861 capturing a romantic tableau. Inspired by John Keats' ballad, it exemplifies Pre-Raphaelite artistry with intricate detail and vivid color, reflecting themes of love’s fragility and ethereal beauty.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 4 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          from$17528 × 35 cm Commission this artwork

          The Nativity

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #5: The Nativity
          1857 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 61.2 x 35.8cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 5 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Same size as the original$33536 × 61 cm Commission at original size

          Musidora Bathing (study)

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #6: Musidora Bathing (study)
          1848 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 18.2 x 11.1cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 6 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          from$17523 × 43 cm Commission this artwork

          Study of a Girl's Head

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #7: Study of a Girl's Head
          1883 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 26.7 x 22.9cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 7 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          The Eve of St Agnes

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #8: The Eve of St Agnes
          1856 · Tate Britain, London · original 24 x 7 cm

          Experience Arthur Hughes' intricate 1856 Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece, The Eve of St Agnes, capturing a mood of romantic devotion; discover this detailed Victorian gem today.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 8 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          A Music Party

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #9: A Music Party
          1861 · Lady Lever Art Gallery, Ліверпуль · original 58 x 76 cm

          Experience the cozy joy of family music at Arthur Hughes' 1861 masterpiece; discover this beautiful Victorian scene today.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 9 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Same size as the original$27676 × 58 cm Commission at original size

          Ophelia (And will he not come again.'')''

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #10: Ophelia (And will he not come again.'')''
          1863 · Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo

          Arthur Hughes’s poignant Ophelia (And will he not come again.) captures Shakespeare's tragic heroine in a stunning Pre-Raphaelite oil painting brimming with sorrow and detail. Explore this iconic artwork and its rich symbolism, perfect for art lovers seeking a timeless masterpiece.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 10 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Worldwide, about 5 weeks
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          Rosalind in As You Like It

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #11: Rosalind in As You Like It
          1872 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 11 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          the pained heart

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #12: the pained heart
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 12 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          The Singer

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #13: The Singer
          1866 · original 22.4 x 44.2cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 13 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          from$17522 × 45 cm Commission this artwork

          The Property Room

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #14: The Property Room
          1878 · original 115 x 83 cm

          A sense of quiet anticipation fills this Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece by Arthur Hughes featuring a woman amidst intricate details of books and clocks, inviting you to explore this exquisite oil painting reproduction.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 14 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Same size as the original$42683 × 115 cm Commission at original size

          Oil Study

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #15: Oil Study
          1849 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 24.2 x 34.3cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 15 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          He is Risen. The First Easter

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #16: He is Risen. The First Easter
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 16 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          The Annunciation

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #17: The Annunciation
          1857 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 61.3 x 35.9cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 17 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Same size as the original$23636 × 61 cm Commission at original size

          Portrait of Mrs. Louisa Jenner

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #18: Portrait of Mrs. Louisa Jenner
          1867 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 18 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Fair Rosamond

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #19: Fair Rosamond
          1854 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 19 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Alice Gertrude Waugh, Mrs Thomas Woolner (1845 - 1912)

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #20: Alice Gertrude Waugh, Mrs Thomas Woolner (1845 - 1912)
          1864 · original 86.0 x 44.5cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 20 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Same size as the original$25945 × 86 cm Commission at original size

          The Mower

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #21: The Mower
          1865 · original 91.5 x 65.2cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 21 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Sir Galahad

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #22: Sir Galahad
          1865 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 22 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Dark thoughts

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #23: Dark thoughts
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 23 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          The Pained Heart (aka Sigh no more, ladies, sigh no more'')''

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #24: The Pained Heart (aka Sigh no more, ladies, sigh no more'')''
          1867 · original 94 x 110 cm
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 24 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          Ophelia

          View the most popular artwork of Arthur Hughes ranked #25: Ophelia
          1851 · Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 25 of 137 artworks by Arthur Hughes
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          The artist

          Arthur Hughes

          1832 – 1915

          Portrait of Arthur Hughes
          Quick facts
          • Gift suitabilityanniversary
          • Top 3 worksApril Love, Home From Sea, The Knight of the Sun (reduced version)
          • Emotional tonemelancholic
          • NationalityUnited Kingdom
          • Lifespan83 years
          • Typical colorsearthy, neutrals
          • Copyright statusPublic domain
          • Room fitliving room
          Biography

          early life and training

          arthur hughes, a british painter and illustrator associated with the pre-raphaelite brotherhood, was born in london on january 27, 1832. in 1846, he entered the art school at somerset house, where his first master was alfred stevens. later, he attended the royal academy schools, where he met john everett millais and holman hunt, becoming a part of the pre-raphaelite group of painters.

          notable works and style

          hughes' first picture, musidora, was exhibited at the royal academy when he was just 17. he continued to contribute to the royal academy and later to the grosvenor and new gallery exhibitions almost annually. his best-known works include april love and the long engagement, which depict troubled couples contemplating the transience of love and beauty, inspired by john everett millais's earlier "couple" paintings.

          personal life and legacy

          in 1855, hughes married tryphena foord, who was his model for april love. he died in kew green, london, on december 22, 1915, leaving behind approximately 700 known paintings and drawings, along with over 750 book illustrations. his daughter, emily, had to destroy his preparatory sketches and private papers due to a shortage of space after her mother's death in 1921.

          artistic style and influences

          magical, glowing coloring and delicate draughtsmanship characterize hughes' works. he was also influenced by the writer george macdonald, for whom he illustrated some books, and produced numerous illustrations for norman macleod's monthly magazine, good words.
          • view more of arthur hughes' artworks on ArtsDot
          • read more about arthur hughes on wikipedia
          • explore the timeline of art movements to understand the context of pre-raphaelite art

          key works and exhibitions

          - april love, 1855 (exhibited at grosvenor gallery) - the long engagement, 1862 (exhibited at new gallery) - musidora, 1849 (exhibited at the royal academy)

          notable museums and collections

          - toledo museum of art (features hughes' ophelia) - victoria and albert museum (holds several of hughes' illustrations)

          Questions & Answers

          Can I study Arthur Hughes's use of color across all works?

          The color profile of Arthur Hughes's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

          What are the birth city and country of Arthur Hughes?

          Arthur Hughes was born in London, in United Kingdom.

          In which historical period did Arthur Hughes work?

          Arthur Hughes worked in the 19th-Century period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

          By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026
          Collector's quiz
          1. What artistic movement was Arthur Hughes associated with?

          2. Hughes’s first painting, “Musidora,” debuted at which prestigious art institution?

          3. Who was Hughes’s model for the painting “April Love”?

          4. Hughes illustrated numerous books by which author?

          5. What is a characteristic feature of Hughes’s artistic style?

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