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Ben Nicholson Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Ben Nicholson 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 Ben Nicholson · 1894 – 1982

1946 (cerulean abstraction)

1946 · Pallant House Gallery, Chichester · original 62 x 63 cm

Experience the serene beauty of Ben Nicholson's '1946,' a captivating cerulean abstraction reflecting Cubist influences and showcasing his masterful use of geometric forms.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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date unknown (king III)

Pallant House Gallery, Chichester · original 10 x 10 cm

Explore Ben Nicholson's abstract landscapes and still lifes—a pioneer of British Modernism! Discover his influence on artists like Hepworth & Moore, and delve into his groundbreaking exploration of form and color.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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Exhibition Sign

1933 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 50 x 41 cm

Discover 'Exhibition Sign' by Ben Nicholson (1933). This iconic painting features bold geometric shapes and text, reflecting modernism’s abstract aesthetic. Explore its history & significance at Kettle's Yard.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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May 1927 (still life with knife and lemon)

1927 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 92 x 122 cm

Explore Ben Nicholson’s ‘May 1927’ – a contemplative still life featuring knife & lemon in muted tones. Discover Cubist influences & textural oil paint on canvas.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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Still Life (Curved Oval)

1950 · Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, Antwerp · original 98.0 x 130.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1930 (Christmas night)

1930 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 64 x 94 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1927 (Winifred and Jake)

1928 · Pallant House Gallery, Chichester · original 66 x 66 cm

Ben Nicholson OM’s ‘Father and Son,’ painted in 1927, showcases his signature style—geometric abstraction infused with subtle relief—capturing a tender moment between Winifred Nicholson and her husband Jake. Executed on canvas measuring 35 x 27 inches, this artwork is housed in its original frame and reflects Nicholson’s profound influence on British modernism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1932–33 (musical instruments)

1933 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 103 x 91 cm

A somber yet captivating geometric abstraction of musical instruments by British modernist Ben Nicholson OM from 1933 featuring muted tones and rhythmic lines that invite you to explore his profound abstract legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1938

1938 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne · original 71.5 x 91.6cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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November 3 1950 (still life winter)

1950 · The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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May 1956 (hendrifter)

1956 · Arts Council Collection, London · original 36 x 43 cm

Explore the geometric abstraction of Ben Nicholson's May 1956, featuring striking yellow fields and precise inner squares from the mid-20th century; bring this modern masterpiece home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1945 (still life with flag)

1945 · The Ashmolean Museum of Art And Archaeology, Oxford · original 17 x 24 cm

Discover '1945 (still life with flag)' by Ben Nicholson Om – a Cubist masterpiece featuring fragmented instruments & muted tones. Explore this iconic British abstract artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1926 (still life with fruit – version 2)

1926 · British Council Collection, London · original 55 x 61 cm

Ben Nicholson's '1926 (Still Life with Fruit)' captures stillness through simplified forms and bold outlines. Explore the interplay of color, texture, and geometric abstraction in this iconic work by a British modern master.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1933 (design)

1933 · Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle upon Tyne · original 25 x 52 cm

An intriguing abstract composition featuring a whimsical fish between red and white circles by Ben Nicholson OM from 1933, offering a unique glimpse into modern geometric design for your private collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1946 (still life)

1946 · Arts Council Collection, London · original 41 x 51 cm

Admire '1946' by Ben Nicholson – a modernist still life painting from 1946. Explore its geometric abstraction & muted colors. A unique piece for art collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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c.1930 (framed lid)

1930 · Pallant House Gallery, Chichester · original 27 x 40 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1944 (three mugs)

1944 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 17 x 21 cm

Discover '1944 (three mugs)' by Ben Nicholson – an iconic graphite painting of three mugs, reflecting Cubist and abstract influences. Explore its rich history & artistic significance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1946 (window in Cornwall)

1946 · The Whitworth, Manchester · original 50 x 60 cm

Ben Nicholson's '1946 (window in Cornwall)' captures Cornish landscapes with geometric abstraction. Explore muted earth tones, minimalist forms, and the artist’s modernist style in this captivating 1946 painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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Four Squares, Two Circles

1963 · original 65.0 x 74.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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c.1928 (Cumbrian landscape)

1928 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 45 x 56 cm

Ben Nicholson's 'Cumbrian Landscape (No. 2)' captures a serene rural scene with subtle colors and textured brushstrokes, reflecting early 20th-century British art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1934 (relief)

1934 · Kettle's Yard, Cambridge · original 8 x 8 cm

Explore Ben Nicholson’s 1934 relief – a textured abstract piece blending Cubism & collage. Grey tones, geometric shapes, & subtle symbolism evoke quiet contemplation.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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Still Life

1950 · MAM Rio, Rio de Janeiro · original 55 x 68 cm

Explore this 1950 still life by Ben Nicholson, featuring a geometric arrangement of metal bowls and vases; discover modern abstract art history today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1934 (painted relief)

1934 · University of Hertfordshire, North Hatley · original 93 x 93 cm

Explore Ben Nicholson’s ‘1934’ – a layered geometric abstraction in beige & gray. Discover this unique painted relief from the mid-century modern era, showcasing textural depth and subtle forms.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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1922 (Cold Fell)

1922 · Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal · original 58 x 70 cm

Ben Nicholson Admire Ben Nicholson's evocative landscape painting '1922 (Cold Fell),' capturing the serene beauty of Lakeland with textured brushstrokes and muted earth tones—a masterpiece reflecting modernist abstraction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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Sept 8-54 (Torcello)

1954 · Tate Modern, London

Explore 'Sept 8-54 (Torcello)' by Ben Nicholson – an abstract masterpiece blending Cubism & low relief, evoking quiet contemplation through muted tones and geometric forms.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 127 artworks by Ben Nicholson
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The artist

Ben Nicholson

1894 – 1982

Quick facts

Born1894, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Vibecalm, serene
Typical colorsneutrals
Corpus themesgeometric forms, british modernism, cubism, geometric abstraction, cubist influences
Room fitliving room
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Died1982
Art periodModern

Biography

Ben Nicholson OM: A Life in Abstract Art

Born: April 10, 1894, Denham, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Died: February 6, 1982, London, United Kingdom

Early Life and Artistic Training

Ben Nicholson was born into an artistic family; his father, Sir William Nicholson, and mother, Mabel Pryde, were both accomplished painters. This environment fostered a deep appreciation for art from a young age.
He received early education at Tyttenhangar Lodge Preparatory School, Seaford, Heddon Court, Hampstead, and Gresham's School in Holt, Norfolk.
Nicholson formally studied at the Slade School of Fine Art (1910-1911), where he was a contemporary of notable artists like Paul Nash, Stanley Spencer, Mark Gertler, and Edward Wadsworth. Anecdotally, he spent considerable time playing billiards during this period, finding aesthetic appeal in the game's geometry and movement.

Artistic Development and Influences

Early Works: Nicholson’s initial artistic endeavors involved naturalistic still lifes, influenced by his father’s style.
Cubist Influence: Around 1926, he began to explore abstraction, heavily influenced by Synthetic Cubism and the work of Pablo Picasso.
Neoplasticism & Primitive Style: A meeting with Piet Mondrian introduced him to Neoplasticism, while his encounter with Henri Rousseau sparked an interest in a primitive style. These influences significantly shaped his artistic direction.
Key Movements: Nicholson became involved with several important art movements of the time, including the Seven and Five Society (of which he was chair), Unit One, and Abstraction-Création.

Major Works and Artistic Style

Reliefs: Nicholson is particularly renowned for his abstract reliefs, beginning in 1933. These works combined painting with sculptural elements, creating a unique visual experience. The white reliefs of the mid-1930s are considered among his most significant achievements.
Still Lifes and Landscapes: While known for abstraction, Nicholson also produced compelling still lifes and landscapes, often incorporating geometric forms and muted colors.
The Nicholson Wall: A notable public work is the "Nicholson Wall," a mural created for the garden of Sutton Place in Guildford, Surrey, demonstrating his belief that abstract art should be accessible to a wider audience.
Materials & Techniques: He experimented with various materials and techniques, including oil paint, pencil, gravel, and masonite, often combining them in innovative ways.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Modern British Art: Ben Nicholson is recognized as a pivotal figure in modern British art, contributing significantly to the development of abstraction and relief sculpture.
International Recognition: His work garnered international acclaim, with exhibitions at prestigious venues like the Venice Biennale and retrospectives at major museums worldwide. He received numerous awards, including the Order of Merit in 1968.
Auction Records: Nicholson’s paintings command high prices at auction, reflecting their artistic merit and historical importance. For example, "Sept 53 (Balearic)" sold for $1,650,500 at Christie's New York in 2011, and “Fiddle and Spanish Guitar” fetched €3,313,000 at Christie’s Paris in 2012.
Influence on Subsequent Artists: Nicholson’s innovative approach to abstraction and his exploration of form and space have influenced generations of artists.

Questions & Answers

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Ben Nicholson's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

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

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