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David Cox Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by David Cox 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 David Cox · 1783 – 1859

The Wyndcliff, River Wye

1842 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

Explore David Cox’s "The Wyndcliff, River Wye" – a stunning Romantic landscape painting of the River Wye. Admire its dramatic lighting & expressive brushwork. A captivating piece for art collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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The Skylark

1849 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

David Cox’s ‘The Skylark’ captures a tranquil English landscape in Impressionistic brushstrokes, showcasing a family observing nature under a cloudy sky – a timeless piece perfect for art lovers and collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Rhyl Sands

1854 · Tate Gallery, London

David Cox's 'Rhyl Sands' captures the beauty of North Wales with atmospheric watercolors. Explore this Romantic landscape painting’s details, techniques & history at ArtsDot.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 498 artworks by David Cox
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The Night Train

1849 · City Art Gallery, Birmingham · original 280 x 380 cm

Discover 'The Night Train' (1849) by David Cox – a stunning watercolor capturing a dramatic British landscape. Explore the romanticism and atmospheric detail of this iconic piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 498 artworks by David Cox
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The Junction of the Severn and the Wye with Chepstow in the Distance

1830 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 79 x 107 cm

David Cox’s serene watercolor captures the Junction of the Severn and Wye, showcasing a peaceful British landscape with figures enjoying the riverbank. This evocative piece by the Birmingham School artist offers a glimpse into 1830's England – discover this beautiful artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Storm off the Coast, Hastings

1813 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Landscape With A Shepherd And Sheep

Admire 'Landscape With A Shepherd And Sheep' by David Cox! This evocative oil painting captures a serene British moorland scene. Discover Cox’s style & purchase a unique art reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Landscape with Sheep

Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester

Explore David Cox’s 'Landscape with Sheep,' a Romantic oil painting of rural tranquility. Discover its balanced composition, expressive brushwork & serene color palette – a captivating piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Battle Abbey, Sussex

Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 12 x 18 cm

Explore David Cox’s ‘Battle Abbey,’ a haunting watercolor capturing Romanticism’s melancholy beauty. Discover this 18th-century ruin scene & its evocative style.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Wind, Rain and Sunshine

1845

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Beach Scene Sunrise

1820 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 13 x 19 cm

Capture the tranquil beauty of a sunrise beach scene with this evocative watercolor by David Cox, perfect for adding coastal serenity to your home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 498 artworks by David Cox
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Going to the Hayfield

1849 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

David Cox's "Going to the Hayfield" captures a serene rural scene with loose brushstrokes and atmospheric lighting, reflecting Romantic landscape painting’s beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Cottage Interior

1840 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Left at a Girls' School

1812 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Lake Scene, North Wales

1811 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Going to the Hayfield

1853 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 25.4 x 33.7cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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A Funeral At Bettwys-Y-Coed Church, North Wales

Experience David Cox’s ‘A Funeral At Bettwys-Y-Coed Church’. A hauntingly beautiful watercolor capturing North Wales' landscape & atmosphere. Hand-painted reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Outskirts of a Wood, with Gypsies

1843

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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A River Scene

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Stepping Stones

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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The Welsh Funeral

1848 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Harborne Church, near Birmingham

original 19.0 x 29.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Night Landscape With Moon

Experience 'Night Landscape With Moon' by David Cox – a captivating 19th-century watercolor capturing British countryside. Hand-painted reproductions available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Landscape with a Man Washing His Feet at a Fountain after Poissin

1821

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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Faggot Gatherers Before A Ruined Abbey

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 498 artworks by David Cox
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The artist

David Cox

1783 – 1859

Quick facts

Viberomantic, serene
Museums on APSBirmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester Art Gallery, Yale Center for British Art, Tate Gallery, City Art Gallery
Works on APS498
Room fitliving room
Mediumsoil on canvas, watercolor
Born1783, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Color intensitybalanced
Also known asDavid, I Cox, David, the elder Cox, David Cox the Elder, David Cox (I), Cox

Biography

David Cox: A Life in Landscape

Early Life and Training

Born: April 29, 1783, in Deritend, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
David Cox’s father was a blacksmith and whitesmith supplying components to the Birmingham gun trade. His mother, from a farming background, possessed a superior education and strong character.
He initially enrolled at the academy of Joseph Barber in Great Charles Street, where he met fellow students Charles Barber and William Radclyffe.
At age 15, Cox became apprenticed to Albert Fielder, a Birmingham painter specializing in portrait miniatures and decorative paintings for objects like snuffboxes. This early training provided him with foundational skills.

Career Development & Artistic Journey

In 1804, Cox moved to London and married his landlord’s daughter, Mary Ragg.
A pivotal trip to Wales in 1805 with Charles Barber marked the beginning of numerous sketching tours throughout his lifetime. These travels profoundly influenced his artistic style.
He regularly exhibited at the Royal Academy from 1805, initially earning a living as a drawing master. Colonel Hon. H. Windsor became one of his first pupils in 1808.
Cox’s early work focused on detailed watercolor landscapes, often depicting rural scenes and architectural subjects.

Artistic Style & Influences

Cox's style evolved over time. He moved from precise topographical depictions to a more expressive and atmospheric approach.
Influences: While specific influences are debated, his work demonstrates an affinity for the Dutch landscape painters of the 17th century and a keen observation of nature reminiscent of Constable.
He became known for his loose brushwork, vibrant colors, and ability to capture the effects of light and weather. His later oil paintings were particularly innovative.

Major Achievements & Legacy

Cox painted over 300 works in oil towards the end of his career, now recognized as “one of the greatest, but least recognised, achievements of any British painter.”
He is considered one of the greatest English landscape painters and a major figure of the Golden Age of English Watercolour.
His work significantly influenced subsequent generations of landscape artists.
Notable Works: The Wind on the Heath, Cottage in Herefordshire, Junction of the Severn and the Wye with Chepstow in the distance, and Moonlight Landscape are among his most celebrated paintings.

Historical Significance

David Cox is recognized as an early precursor to Impressionism. His emphasis on capturing fleeting atmospheric effects and his loose brushwork anticipated many of the techniques later adopted by the Impressionists.
He played a crucial role in establishing British landscape painting as a distinct genre, moving away from purely topographical representations towards more expressive and emotional interpretations of nature.
His work continues to be admired for its beauty, sensitivity, and enduring appeal.

Questions & Answers

In which historical period did David Cox work?

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

Where are David Cox's artworks grouped by art movement?

David Cox's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

Where are David Cox's artworks organized by color?

The Spectral Index of David Cox is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

Collector's quiz

David Cox initially trained as an artist under whom in Birmingham?
Cox is often considered a precursor to which art movement?
What was David Cox's father's profession?
Cox gained significant recognition for his paintings of what subject matter?
In addition to watercolors, Cox produced a substantial body of work in what other medium towards the end of his career?

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