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James Francis Danby Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by James Francis Danby 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 James Francis Danby · 1793 – 1861

Funeral Procession (also known as The Burial of Alaric)

1848 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

James Danby's "Funeral Procession" vividly depicts a dramatic mountain procession under twin moons. This Romantic masterpiece showcases his mastery of light, atmosphere, and emotional storytelling.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The Mountain Torrent

1830 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Experience the breathtaking beauty of James Francis Danby’s "The Mountain Torrent," a Romantic masterpiece capturing Irish landscape with dramatic hues and evocative atmosphere.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Landscape near Clifton

1823 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Explore 'Landscape near Clifton' by James Francis Danby (1823). A Romantic oil painting of a secluded woodland scene, rich in texture & atmosphere. Discover British art!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Moonlit View of an Eastern City

1859 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Wolverhampton

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The Haunted Wood

Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Explore James Francis Danby’s ‘The Haunted Wood,’ a moody watercolor landscape of rocky streams & ancient roots. A masterpiece of realism & atmospheric perspective, evoking tranquility & mystery.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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End of Lake Geneva

1835 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

This Romantic twilight vista by James Francis Danby captures Alpine light over Lake Geneva. Explore this breathtaking masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Hampstead Heath, Sunset

1845 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Discover James Francis Danby’s "Hampstead Heath, Sunset." A Romantic landscape painting of serene beauty & dramatic skies. Oil on canvas, 1845. #art #landscape #romanticism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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A Lake in Norway

1825 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Discover "A Lake in Norway" by James Francis Danby (1825). A stunning watercolor capturing the serene beauty of Norwegian mountains and lakes, showcasing Romanticism's dramatic landscapes.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The Enchanted Castle

1841

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Disappointed Love

1821

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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A Mill near Tintern

1826 · Bristol Museum And Art Gallery, Bristol

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Fairies

Discover James Francis Danby’s ‘Fairies,’ a dramatic Romantic oil painting of mythological figures in a mystical river landscape. Explore its dark beauty & classical influence.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Landscape

1862 · Bristol Museum And Art Gallery, Bristol

Discover "Landscape" by James Francis Danby (1862). A Romantic masterpiece featuring golden hues & vast landscapes. Explore this stunning oil painting's beauty & historical significance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Mary Magdalen Praying in the Wilderness

1842

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Mount Etna at Sunset

1829

Explore James Francis Danby’s "Mount Etna at Sunset" – a stunning 1829 oil painting of an Icelandic iceberg under a starry sky. Discover its impressionistic style & serene beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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A Lake by Sunset

1839 · Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Genève, Geneva · original 46 x 60 cm

Discover 'A Lake by Sunset' by James Francis Danby – a breathtaking 1839 landscape painting! Explore Romanticism & serene beauty in this oil masterpiece from Geneva.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Same size as the original$22760 × 46 cm Commission at original size

James Francis Danby (1793-1861) was an Irish Romantic painter renowned for his dramatic landscapes and evocative depictions of Highland life. His painting 'Misty Spring Morning' captures the tranquility of a spring dawn with twelve sailboats gliding across calm waters, reflecting the artistic spirit of the era. Executed in oil on canvas, this artwork exemplifies Danby’s signature style—characteriz

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Popularity: No. 17 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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A Girl Collecting Berries by a Brook in a Wooded Landscape

1823 · original 23 x 19 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Liensfiord Lake, Norway

1841

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The Golden Age (study)

1827 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Explore James Francis Danby's 'The Golden Age (study)' – a dramatic Romantic landscape capturing figures amidst a vibrant, evocative scene. A captivating study revealing the artist’s vision before the final masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The Launch of 'La Sorciére' on the Lake of Geneva

Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

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Popularity: No. 21 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Mountainous Landscape at Sunset

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Popularity: No. 22 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The Broken Bridge

original 13 x 18 cm

James Francis Danby’s "The Broken Bridge" captures a dramatic sunset landscape in an impressionistic style. Explore this 19th-century Irish painting's beauty & evocative atmosphere.

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Popularity: No. 23 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Liensfiord, Norway, Calm

1835

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Popularity: No. 24 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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Landscape with Two Anglers

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Popularity: No. 25 of 46 artworks by James Francis Danby
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The artist

James Francis Danby

1793 – 1861

Quick facts

Lifespan68 years
NationalityIreland
Mediumsacrylic on canvas, oil on canvas
Movementsromanticism, romantic landscape
Room fitliving room
Museums on APSYale Center for British Art, Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Bristol Museum And Art Gallery, Sunderland Museum - Winter Gardens, Musée d'Art et d'Histoire de Genève
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
Topics exploredlandscape, mountains, sunset, romanticism, buildings

Biography

A Romantic Visionary: The Life and Art of James Francis Danby

Born in County Wexford, Ireland, in 1793, James Francis Danby emerged as a significant figure within the British Romantic movement, crafting landscapes imbued with dramatic intensity and emotional resonance. His canvases, often vast in scale and steeped in atmospheric effects, stand alongside those of contemporaries like John Martin and J.M.W. Turner, yet possess a unique character rooted in his Irish origins and artistic journey. Danby’s early life was marked by upheaval; the death of his father in 1807 forced a relocation to Dublin, where he began formal art training at the Royal Dublin Society's schools under James Arthur O’Connor and alongside George Petrie. This foundational period instilled in him not only technical skills but also an appreciation for landscape as a vehicle for expressing profound feeling—a hallmark of the burgeoning Romantic sensibility. A pivotal moment arrived in 1813 when Danby, accompanied by O’Connor and Petrie, ventured to London seeking artistic opportunities. Initial struggles led them to Bristol, where Danby discovered success selling watercolor drawings, an experience that proved crucial in shaping his developing style.

The Flourishing of the Bristol School

Bristol became a fertile ground for Danby’s artistic growth, as he quickly rose to prominence within the informal collective known as the Bristol School. Initially centered around Edward Bird, this group fostered an environment of shared sketching excursions and mutual influence. Danby soon succeeded Bird as its leading figure, inheriting a naturalistic approach characterized by fresh colors and meticulous observation. Works like “Boys Sailing a Little Boat” (circa 1821) exemplify this early style, showcasing his ability to capture the subtle nuances of light and atmosphere. However, Danby’s ambition extended beyond mere representation; encouraged by figures such as Edward Villiers Rippingille, Francis Gold, and notably George Cumberland—a friend of William Blake—he began to explore more imaginative and poetic subjects. Cumberland's influence was particularly significant, suggesting themes for paintings and potentially introducing Danby to the visionary power of Blake’s art. This exposure ignited a shift towards grander, more emotionally charged compositions that would define his mature style. The Bristol School provided not just technical guidance but also a vital network of support and encouragement as Danby began to forge his own distinct artistic path.

Dramatic Visions and Critical Acclaim

Danby’s breakthrough arrived with “The Upas Tree of Java” (1820), a painting that garnered immediate recognition and secured his election as an Associate Member of the Royal Academy. This work, depicting a poisonous tree from Indonesian folklore, showcased his mastery of dramatic composition and atmospheric effects—qualities that resonated deeply with the Byronic taste prevalent in the 1820s. He continued to produce ambitious canvases such as “Disappointed Love” (1821), demonstrating his characteristic poetical approach to landscape, potentially influenced by the writings of Samuel Taylor Coleridge. "An Enchanted Island" (1825) proved particularly influential, inspiring other Bristol School artists and earning praise from Letitia Elizabeth Landon in her celebrated collection, “The Troubadour.” His ambition reached new heights with “Opening of the Sixth Seal” (1828), a large-scale narrative scene purchased by the discerning collector William Beckford. These works established Danby as a leading exponent of Romantic landscape painting, renowned for his ability to evoke powerful emotions and transport viewers to realms of imagination and awe. His style is characterized by vast illusionist canvases depicting grand, gloomy, and fantastic subjects – themes that resonated with the Byronic taste of the 1820s.

Later Years and Enduring Legacy

Following a period spent on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland and a brief sojourn in Paris, Danby returned to England in 1840, revitalizing his reputation with “The Deluge” – a monumental work that showcased his continued mastery of dramatic composition. While some later paintings, such as "The Woodnymph's Hymn to the Rising Sun" (1845), displayed a calmer aesthetic, he ultimately returned to his earlier, more theatrical mode with pieces like “The Shipwreck” (1859). Throughout his career, Danby grappled with financial difficulties and critical fluctuations, yet he remained committed to his artistic vision. He continued exhibiting regularly, showcasing both new works and revisiting themes from his earlier successes. James Francis Danby died in 1861, leaving behind a body of work that continues to captivate audiences today. His legacy rests on his significant contribution to British Romantic art. Along with John Martin and J.M.W. Turner, he is celebrated for his imaginative landscapes and ability to evoke powerful emotions through his paintings, solidifying his place as a visionary artist of the 19th century.

Key Characteristics of Danby’s Art

Dramatic Landscapes: Vast, sweeping vistas often featuring turbulent skies and seas.
Emotional Intensity: Paintings imbued with a sense of awe, mystery, and emotional depth.
Romantic Themes: Exploration of themes such as the sublime, the power of nature, and human vulnerability.
Illusionistic Technique: Masterful use of light, shadow, and perspective to create a sense of realism and grandeur.
Narrative Elements: Many works incorporate narrative elements drawn from mythology, literature, or biblical stories.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see James Francis Danby's artworks in a 3D gallery?

James Francis Danby's artworks can be seen in a 3D gallery on the artist's 3D Museum page.

Where can I see all artworks by James Francis Danby?

Every work by James Francis Danby on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

How do I find works by James Francis Danby in a specific palette?

The By Palettes page groups James Francis Danby's artworks by their color palettes.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

Collector's quiz

James Francis Danby is most closely associated with which artistic movement?
Danby's early artistic development was significantly influenced by his time in which city?
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Danby's paintings often feature what kind of landscapes?
After a period in Switzerland and Paris, Danby returned to exhibit his work in which country?

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