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Frederick Cayley Robinson Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson 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 Frederick Cayley Robinson · 1862 – 1927

In A Wood So Green

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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The Farewell -

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Popularity: No. 2 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Mother and Child – Threads of Life

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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The Foundling

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Maeterlinck's 'The Bluebird

Frederick Cayley Robinson’s ‘The Bluebird’ captures childhood wonder. Two children explore a dimly lit room with birds & a cat – a beautiful, nostalgic painting from 1862.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Arthur

Exquisite "The Passing of Arthur" by Frederick Cayley Robinson – a detailed medieval painting in illuminated manuscript style. Explore its symbolism & Pre-Raphaelite beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Female Nude In A Garden

Oil painting by Frederick Cayley Robinson depicting a nude woman in a garden. Explore this evocative Impressionist work featuring soft light, rich textures & contemplative mood.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Sleeping Children with their Nurse

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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In The Depth Of Winter

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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A dreamlike scene of a sleeping woman surrounded by flying birds and floating boats defines this ethereal oil painting by Frederick Cayley Robinson, inviting you to bring this serene masterpiece into your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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The three brothers

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Copse Wood

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Family

Discover Frederick Cayley Robinson’s "Family" – a Romantic oil painting of domestic life by the sea. Explore its soft brushwork, muted tones & symbolic doorway. A captivating British art piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Childhood -

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Popularity: No. 14 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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An Autumn Pastoral

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Popularity: No. 15 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Childhood

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Popularity: No. 16 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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At Night Time

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Popularity: No. 17 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Sleeping Time

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Popularity: No. 18 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Tyltyl Turns The Diamond In The Palace Of Luxury

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Popularity: No. 19 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Tyltyl Turns The Diamond

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Popularity: No. 20 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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And Straightway They Forsook Their Nets And Followed Him

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Popularity: No. 21 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Beautiful Countryside

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Popularity: No. 22 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Cattle breeding

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Mothers Are Raising Children

Explore 'Mothers Are Raising Children' by Frederick Cayley Robinson – a Symbolist painting of quiet domesticity. Discover muted tones & flattened perspective in this serene British artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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Beautiful Countryside

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Popularity: No. 25 of 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson
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The artist

Frederick Cayley Robinson

1862 – 1927

Quick facts

Creative periodsmature period
Art period19th Century
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
Works on APS66
Typical colorsearthy, neutrals
Born1862, Brentford, United Kingdom
Copyright statusPublic domain
Died1927

Biography

The Ethereal Vision of Frederick Cayley Robinson

In the quiet corners of British art history, few names evoke as much a sense of dreamlike serenity as Frederick Cayly Robinson. Born in Brentford in 1862, Robinson emerged as a painter of profound sensitivity, a master of light and color who could transform a canvas into a window toward a more spiritual realm. His work does not merely depict scenes; it captures atmospheres, often hovering between the tangible world and the realm of myth and memory. Through his mastery of tempera and oil, he developed a luminous style that felt both ancient and strikingly modern, bridging the gap between the detailed traditions of the Pre-Raphaelites and the atmospheric explorations of early twentieth-century symbolism.

Robinson’s artistic journey was shaped by a rigorous yet expansive education. After his initial training at St John’s Wood Academy and the Royal Academy Schools, he sought the transformative air of Paris, studying at the Académie Julian between 1890 and 1892. It was in France that his vision began to coalesce, heavily influenced by the monumental and serene decorative style of Pierre Puvis de Chavannes. This exposure to French muralism instilled in him a lifelong fascination with large-scale composition and the use of flat, rhythmic planes of color. As a member of prestigious groups such as the Society of Painters in Tempera and the New English Art Club, he became a vital part of a movement that sought to revitalize British painting through experimentation with medium and light.

Symbolism, Dreams, and the Mastery of Light

The true magic of Robinson’s oeuvre lies in its ability to evoke the subconscious. His paintings often function as visual poems, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy are beautifully blurred. In works such as The Blue Bird Dreamships, one finds a breathtakingly ethereal landscape where sleeping figures and floating vessels drift through a sky of soft, glowing hues. This dreamlike quality is not merely decorative; it is deeply rooted in his interest in symbolism and the subtle undertones of occultism that permeated much of the era's intellectual discourse. He possessed a unique ability to use light not just as a tool for visibility, but as a medium for emotion, casting a soft, nostalgic glow over scenes of childhood wonder or quiet contemplation.

His technical prowess allowed him to navigate various subjects with ease, from the intimate to the monumental:

The Muralist: His most significant achievement remains the Acts of Mercy murals for Middlesex Hospital. Completed between 1915 and 1920, these panels utilize the tempera medium to create a sense of timelessness, depicting biblical narratives with a serene, healing luminosity.
The Illustrator and Designer: Robinson’s talent extended into theatrical design and illustration, where his ability to create evocative, atmospheric worlds found a natural home.
The Impressionist Influence: In works like Female Nude In A Garden, he demonstrated an ability to blend symbolic depth with the soft textures and light-play characteristic of Impressionism, creating compositions that feel both grounded in nature and elevated by spirit.

A Lasting Legacy in British Art

Though Robinson remained somewhat underappreciated by the mainstream critics during his lifetime, his historical significance has grown as modern eyes rediscover the value of his quiet, contemplative beauty. He stands as a pivotal figure who helped transition British art from the heavy narratives of the Victorian era into the more fluid, psychological landscapes of the twentieth century. His work serves as a bridge between the meticulous detail of the past and the emotive abstraction of the future.

Today, when we look upon a Robinson painting, we are invited to slow our pace. Whether it is the nostalgic charm of Maeterlinck's 'The Bluebird' or the profound stillness of his hospital murals, his art remains a sanctuary for the soul. He leaves behind a legacy defined by luminosity, tranquility, and an enduring ability to capture the fleeting, beautiful moments of the human dreamscape.

Questions & Answers

Where is Frederick Cayley Robinson from?

Frederick Cayley Robinson was born in United Kingdom.

How popular are Frederick Cayley Robinson's artworks?

Statistics about Frederick Cayley Robinson's works are available on the artist's Stats page.

How many artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson are available to browse?

You can browse 66 artworks by Frederick Cayley Robinson on the All Artworks page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 12, 2026

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