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Henry Edridge Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Henry Edridge 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 Henry Edridge · 1768 – 1821

John Bannister, 1794, Henry Edridge

1794 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 6.7 x 5.4cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Okänd man

Nationalmuseum, Stockholm · original 4.7 x 3.6cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Two Young Ladies (1816) by Henry Edridge

1816 · Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, Lisbon · original 30 x 37 cm

Admire 'Two Young Ladies,' a delicate 1816 watercolor by Henry Edridge. Miniature portrait of two young women. Explore this charming piece & discover more British art.

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Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Charles Monro, Henry Edridge

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Henry Edridge (1768 – 1821) was a British artist born in Paddington, United Kingdom. He specialized in miniature painting, gaining recognition for his detailed and lifelike portraiture. His works often depicted prominent figures of the era, capturing

View the most popular artwork of Henry Edridge ranked #5: Portrait Of Samuel Hallifax

Art Movement: Rococo
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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The Honourable Thomas Harley

Berrington Hall

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Mungo Park, Henry Edridge

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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William Pitt The Younger

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Abraham Hume

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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King George Iii, January (1803)

1803

Admire 'King George III, January' by Henry Edridge (1803). A regal portrait in realistic style, framed by gold detailing. Hand-painted reproduction available – elevate your art collection today!

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Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Queen charlotte, december (1802) by Henry Edridge

1802

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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William Palmer, Butler Of College, Henry Edridge

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Sir Abraham Hume, 2nd Baronet, Engraved By, Henry Edridge

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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George Macartney, 1st Earl Of Macartney

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Portrait Miniature Of Anna Maria Blunt, C.1795

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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View Of Abbeville (1820) by Henry Edridge

1820 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Sir henry charles englefield

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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His Most Gracious Majesty George The Third

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Portrait Of Dr. William Markham, Archbishop Of York, With York Minster Beyond

Admire Henry Edridge’s ‘Portrait of Dr. William Markham.’ A stately 18th-century portrait featuring York Minster, hand-painted for exquisite reproduction.

Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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1st Lord Farnborough

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Magdalen College

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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John and Charlotte,, 1801, Henry Edridge

1801

Discover 'John and Charlotte' by Henry Edridge (1768-1821), a captivating 1801 watercolor painting depicting musical intimacy. Own a hand-painted reproduction of this charming British artwork, perfect for collectors & art lovers. Free shipping availa

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Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Thomas Girtin

Admire Thomas Girtin’s serene portrait of a young man in a classic watercolor style. Evocative skies & detailed realism – a timeless piece for art collectors.

Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Hester Bellingham

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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Henry Edridge, William Wordsworth, Henry Edridge

Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere · original 15 x 12 cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 50 artworks by Henry Edridge
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The artist

Henry Edridge

1768 – 1821

Quick facts

Died1821
Art periodEarly Modern
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Typical colorsneutrals, earthy
Copyright statusPublic domain
Movementsneoclassicism
Corpus themesneoclassical influence
Topics exploredportraits, portrait, portrait painting, men, british art

Biography

The Intimate Legacy of Henry Edridge

In the grand tapestry of British art history, certain names shine with a blinding brilliance, while others exist in the soft, delicate light of a well-preserved miniature. Henry Edridge (1768–1821) belongs to that second, more intimate category—a master whose work does not demand space through sheer scale, but rather commands attention through an unparalleled ability to capture the human soul within a tiny frame. Born in the bustling London district of Paddington, Edridge’s journey was one of profound technical evolution, moving from the disciplined world of engraving to the ethereal realms of watercolor and ivory portraiture.

His early years were defined by rigorous apprenticeship, a period that instilled in him a foundational mastery of line and shadow. While historical records suggest he began his training under the influence of masters like William Pether, it was his transition from the heavy, textured world of mezzotint to the delicate surface of ivory that would ultimately define his legacy. This shift was famously catalyzed by an encounter with the legendary Sir Joshua Reynolds, who was so captivated by one of Edridge’s miniatures that he purchased it handsomely. Such an endorsement from the titan of British portraiture served as a transformative signal, prompting Edridge to pivot away from the mechanical precision of engraving toward the expressive freedom of painting.

A Mastery of Medium and Emotion

Edridge’s technical repertoire was remarkably diverse, reflecting a restless artistic spirit that refused to be confined to a single method. His early portraits on ivory are celebrated for their luminous quality, where the translucency of the medium allowed for a lifelike vitality in skin tones. As his career progressed, he experimented with black lead and India ink on paper, often surrounding his subjects with ornate, meticulously detailed backgrounds that added a sense of theatrical grandeur to even the smallest compositions. Eventually, he achieved a sublime synthesis in his later watercolors, where he combined the profound depth and richness typically reserved for oil paintings with the airy, effortless grace of water-based pigments.

This evolution allowed him to capture a vast spectrum of human experience. His subjects were not merely faces, but stories held in suspension. Through his brush, one can encounter:

The Aristocracy and Political Elite: Capturing the dignified presence of figures such as Lord Nelson and Prime Minister William Pitt the Younger.
The Intellectual and Clerical Class: Rendering the scholarly authority of academics and the spiritual gravity of missionaries like Thomas Coke.
The Intimate and Everyday: Finding profound beauty in the delicate features of young women or the contemplative gaze of military officers.

Recognition and Historical Resonance

The pinnacle of Edridge’s professional recognition arrived in 1803, when he was elected an Associate Member of the Royal Academy. This prestigious appointment solidified his standing within the London art establishment, granting him access to a sophisticated circle of patrons who sought his ability to convey character and psychological depth. His studio, which moved through the fashionable streets of Golden Square and Cavendish Square, became a hub for those desiring portraits that functioned as both personal keepsakes and profound psychological studies.

Though he passed away in 1821, leaving behind a body of work that remains a testament to the era's fascination with intimacy and detail, Edridge’s significance endures. He was an artist who understood that greatness is not measured by the breadth of a canvas, but by the depth of the gaze captured upon it. In an age of grand narratives, Henry Edridge mastered the art of the whisper, ensuring that the quietest expressions would resonate through the centuries.

Questions & Answers

Where is Henry Edridge from?

Henry Edridge was born in United Kingdom.

Can I browse Henry Edridge's works by color palette?

To find works by Henry Edridge in a specific palette, use the artist's By Palettes page.

Where can I see Henry Edridge's artworks in a 3D gallery?

A virtual visit is possible: the 3D Museum page of Henry Edridge presents the artist's works in a three-dimensional gallery.

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

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