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Dorothy Tennant Most Popular Paintings

The 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant 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 · 12 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Dorothy Tennant · 1855 – 1926

Thomas Burt

Admire 'Thomas Burt' by Dorothy Tennant – a captivating Victorian portrait! Explore loose brushwork & expressive detail in this evocative 19th-century masterpiece.

Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Lieutenant-general Sir James Hills-johnes

Croft Castle

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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King Mutesa of Buganda, from a photo

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Lady Stanley

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Dorothy Tennant: A Nude Girl At A Spring By The Sea

Wallington Hall

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Tom Harri by Dorothy Tennant

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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His First Offence by Dorothy Tennant

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Dorothy Tennant: L'amour Blesse

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Fetching Water From The River From 'london Street

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Portrait Of A Man

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Portrait Of A Woman

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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Street Arabs At Play by Dorothy Tennant

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 12 artworks by Dorothy Tennant
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The artist

Dorothy Tennant

1855 – 1926

Quick facts

Copyright statusPublic domain
Top-ranked workThomas Burt
Museums on APSWallington Hall, Croft Castle
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Works on APS12
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Art period19th Century

Biography

Dorothy Tennant: Life & Legacy

Early Life and Education

Born: 1855 in Russell Square, London, United Kingdom.
Dorothy Tennant came from a privileged background as the daughter of Charles Tennant and Gertrude Barbara Rich Collier.
Her sister, Eveleen Tennant Myers, was also a notable figure – a pioneering photographer.
Education: She received formal artistic training at the prestigious Slade School of Fine Art in London under Edward Poynter.
Tennant further honed her skills with Jean-Jacques Henner in Paris, broadening her artistic horizons.

Artistic Development and Style

Style: Tennant is classified as a Victorian neoclassicist painter. Her work reflects the aesthetic ideals of classical art blended with Victorian sensibilities.
She exhibited regularly at prominent galleries including the Royal Academy, New Gallery, and Grosvenor Gallery in London.
Her paintings often featured portraits, genre scenes depicting everyday life, and illustrations.
Influences: Poynter and Henner significantly shaped her artistic approach, emphasizing detailed observation and classical composition.

Marriage to Henry Morton Stanley & Beyond

In 1890, Tennant married the renowned African explorer Sir Henry Morton Stanley, becoming known as Lady Stanley.
Literary Contributions: She played a role in editing her husband’s autobiography, reportedly revising it to omit references to other women in his life. This aspect of her life reveals a complex and intriguing personality.
Following Stanley's death, she remarried in 1907 to Henry Jones Curtis, a pathologist, surgeon, and writer.

Major Works & Themes

Notable Paintings: Some of her significant works include “Thomas Burt,” “Street Arabs at Play,” “King Mutesa of Buganda (from a photo),” and illustrations for A.J. Mounteney-Jephson’s book, *Emin Pasha and the Rebellion at the Equator*.
Themes: Tennant's art often explored social issues, as seen in her depictions of London street life and portraits of prominent figures.
Her illustrations demonstrate a versatility beyond traditional painting, showcasing her skill in visual storytelling.

Historical Significance & Legacy

Victorian Society: Tennant’s life and work provide insights into the social and cultural landscape of Victorian Britain.
Her position as Lady Stanley brought her public attention, but she maintained a distinct artistic identity.
Artistic Contribution: While not among the most celebrated artists of her time, Tennant’s work offers valuable documentation of Victorian life and demonstrates a refined neoclassical style.
She represents a generation of female artists navigating societal expectations while pursuing their creative passions.

Questions & Answers

Where is Dorothy Tennant from?

Dorothy Tennant was born in United Kingdom.

Where are Dorothy Tennant's artworks organized by color?

The Spectral Index page organizes Dorothy Tennant's artworks by color.

Where are Dorothy Tennant's artworks grouped by palette?

Dorothy Tennant's works can be browsed by color palette on the artist's By Palettes page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 3, 2026

Collector's quiz

Dorothy Tennant is primarily known as a painter associated with which art movement?
Besides being an artist, Dorothy Tennant also gained recognition as the wife of which famous explorer?
Dorothy Tennant studied painting at the Slade School of Fine Art in London and also with which artist in Paris?
What subject matter is prominently featured in Tennant's work, 'London Street Arabs'?
Following her husband's death, Dorothy Tennant remarried a professional in what field?

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