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          Joseph Mallord William Turner Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner 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 Joseph Mallord William Turner · 1775 – 1851

          The Fighting Temeraire Tugged to Her Last Berth to Be Broken up

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #1: The Fighting Temeraire Tugged to Her Last Berth to Be Broken up

          Experience Turner’s ‘Fighting Temeraire’! A Romantic masterpiece depicting a poignant naval farewell. Explore its dramatic light, symbolism & historical significance.

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          No. 1 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Rain Steam and Speed, The Great Western Railway

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #2: Rain Steam and Speed, The Great Western Railway
          original 121 x 90 cm

          Experience Turner’s iconic "Rain Steam & Speed." A masterpiece of Romanticism capturing Victorian industry & nature. Stunning impasto, symbolic depth – own a timeless art piece!

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          The fighting téméraire

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #3: The fighting téméraire

          Explore Turner’s ‘Fighting Téméraire’! A Romantic masterpiece depicting a historic warship’s demise, symbolizing industrial change & timeless beauty. Perfect for art lovers & collectors.

          Technique
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          No. 3 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          The Burning of the Houses of Parliament

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #4: The Burning of the Houses of Parliament
          1835 · original 92 x 123 cm

          Experience Turner’s ‘Burning of the Houses of Parliament’! A dramatic Romantic masterpiece showcasing fiery light & turbulent beauty. Explore this iconic 1835 oil painting.

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          No. 4 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Fishermen at Sea

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #5: Fishermen at Sea
          1796 · Tate Gallery, London · original 91 x 122 cm

          Experience Turner's 'Fishermen at Sea'! This iconic oil painting captures a dramatic moonlit seascape, showcasing the sublime power of nature and humanity’s vulnerability. A masterpiece of light & shadow.

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          No. 5 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Venice: The Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #6: Venice: The Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore
          1834 · National Gallery of Art, Washington

          Reproductions of Venice: The Dogana and San Giorgio Maggiore are available at ArtsDot.

          Technique
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          No. 6 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Undine Giving the Ring to Massaniello, Fisherman of Naples

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #7: Undine Giving the Ring to Massaniello, Fisherman of Naples
          1846 · Tate Gallery, London · original 79 x 79 cm

          Experience Turner's 'Undine Giving the Ring to Massaniello'! This captivating 1846 oil painting depicts a poignant scene of connection and mystery, showcasing Turner’s masterful use of light and color. A stunning reproduction awaits!

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 7 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Rome: The Colosseum

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #8: Rome: The Colosseum
          1820 · British Museum, London

          Experience Turner's iconic 'Rome: The Colosseum'! This watercolor captures the grandeur of ancient Rome with sheep grazing before its majestic arches – a serene and evocative masterpiece.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 8 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          The Grand Canal, Venice

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #9: The Grand Canal, Venice
          1835 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 91 x 122 cm

          Experience the iconic beauty of Turner's 'The Grand Canal, Venice'! This captivating 1835 painting captures the city’s waterways with vibrant colors and masterful light – a timeless masterpiece.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 9 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Quillebeuf, at the Mouth of Seine

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #10: Quillebeuf, at the Mouth of Seine
          1833 · Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, Lisbon · original 88 x 120 cm

          Experience Turner's dramatic 'Quillebeuf, at the Mouth of Seine'! This iconic oil painting captures a stormy coastal scene with a church and boats, showcasing the artist’s mastery of light and atmosphere. Own a stunning reproduction today!

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 10 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Morning amongst the Coniston Fells

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #11: Morning amongst the Coniston Fells
          1798 · Tate Gallery, London · original 123 x 90 cm

          Experience Turner's stunning 'Morning Amongst the Coniston Fells,' capturing a dramatic mountain landscape bathed in ethereal light. A masterpiece of Romanticism.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 11 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Crossing the Brook

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #12: Crossing the Brook
          1815 · Tate Gallery, London · original 193 x 165 cm

          Experience J.M.W. Turner's 'Crossing the Brook' (1815). A stunning landscape capturing a Devon river scene with evocative light and detail, part of the Tate Britain collection.

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          No. 12 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          The Shipwreck

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #13: The Shipwreck
          1805 · Tate Gallery, London · original 171 x 240 cm

          Turner's 'The Shipwreck' (1805) captures the raw power of nature and human vulnerability amidst a stormy sea. A masterpiece of Romanticism at Tate Britain.

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          No. 13 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          War, the Exile and the Rock Limpet

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #14: War, the Exile and the Rock Limpet
          1842 · Tate Gallery, London · original 79 x 79 cm

          Experience 'War, the Exile and the Rock Limpet' by J.M.W. Turner – a haunting depiction of Napoleon’s isolation on Saint Helena, rendered with dramatic light and evocative atmosphere.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 14 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Self-Portrait

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #15: Self-Portrait
          1799 · Tate Gallery, London · original 74 x 58 cm

          Admire Turner’s ‘Self-Portrait’ (1799). A striking study in light & shadow, this hand-painted reproduction captures the artist's serious gaze. Elevate your art collection today.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 15 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          The Fall of an Avalanche in the Grisons

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #16: The Fall of an Avalanche in the Grisons
          1810 · Tate Gallery, London · original 90 x 120 cm

          Experience the breathtaking grandeur of William Turner's 'The Fall of an Avalanche in the Grisons,' a monumental oil painting capturing the sublime beauty and turbulent force of Alpine landscapes. Explore a masterpiece at ArtsDot.com.

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          No. 16 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Ploughing up Turnips, near Slough

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #17: Ploughing up Turnips, near Slough
          1809 · Tate Gallery, London · original 102 x 130 cm

          Experience the sublime beauty of Turner’s ‘Ploughing Up Turnips, near Slough’! This Romantic masterpiece captures rural life with expressive colors and masterful detail – now available as a stunning handmade oil painting reproduction.

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          No. 17 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Dido Building Carthage (also known as The Rise of the Carthaginian Empire)

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #18: Dido Building Carthage (also known as The Rise of the Carthaginian Empire)
          1815 · National Gallery, London

          Witness the rise of Carthage! Joseph Mallord William Turner's dramatic 'Dido Building Carthage' captures an ancient city’s grandeur and ambition with vibrant colors & masterful light.

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          No. 18 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Dutch Boats in a Gale

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #19: Dutch Boats in a Gale
          1801 · National Gallery, London · original 163 x 221 cm

          Experience the sublime terror of J.M.W. Turner's 1801 masterpiece Dutch Boats in a Gale, a dramatic Romantic seascape capturing nature's raw power through turbulent light and waves, available for your collection.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 19 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Show Storm - Seam-Boat off a Harbour's Mouth Making Signals in Shallow Water, and Going by the Lead. The Author was in this Storm on the Night the Ariel Left Harwich

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #20: Show Storm - Seam-Boat off a Harbour's Mouth Making Signals in Shallow Water, and Going by the Lead. The Author was in this Storm on the Night the Ariel Left Harwich
          1842 · Tate Gallery, London

          Experience Turner’s ‘Show Storm’! A dramatic Romantic seascape capturing nature’s fury. Explore this masterpiece of impasto & light – a captivating statement piece.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 20 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Snow Storm: Hannibal and His Army Crossing the Alps

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #21: Snow Storm: Hannibal and His Army Crossing the Alps
          1812 · Tate Gallery, London

          Experience the dramatic power of Turner's *Snow Storm: Hannibal and His Army Crossing the Alps*, capturing a perilous Alpine journey with masterful light and color – a cornerstone of Romantic art.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 21 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Snow Storm: Steam-Boat off a Harbour's Mouth

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #22: Snow Storm: Steam-Boat off a Harbour's Mouth
          1842 · Tate Gallery, London · original 91 x 122 cm

          Experience Turner’s ‘Snow Storm’! A dramatic seascape of a steamer battling fierce waves & swirling clouds. Loose brushstrokes, atmospheric perspective, & sublime power – a masterpiece of Romantic art.

          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 22 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Snow Storm, Hannibal and his Army Crossing the Alps

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #23: Snow Storm, Hannibal and his Army Crossing the Alps
          1812 · Tate Gallery, London · original 145 x 236 cm

          Experience Turner's dramatic 'Snow Storm: Hannibal' – a monumental oil painting capturing the perilous Alpine crossing with swirling clouds and a heroic struggle against nature.

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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 23 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Slavers Throwing Overboard the Dead and Dying - Typhon Coming on

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #24: Slavers Throwing Overboard the Dead and Dying - Typhon Coming on
          1840 · Museum of Fine Arts, Boston · original 91 x 138 cm

          Turner's haunting 'Slave Ship' depicts the horrors of the slave trade with dramatic brushstrokes and turbulent seas – a powerful indictment of human cruelty and indifference.

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          No. 24 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          Rocky Bay with Figures

          View the most popular artwork of Joseph Mallord William Turner ranked #25: Rocky Bay with Figures
          1830 · National Gallery, London

          Experience the Romantic beauty of William Turner's 'Rocky Bay with Figures.' This stunning oil painting captures a serene beach scene, evoking tranquility and emotion. Get a museum-quality reproduction today!

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          No. 25 of 810 artworks by Joseph Mallord William Turner
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          The artist

          Joseph Mallord William Turner

          1775 – 1851

          Portrait of Joseph Mallord William Turner
          Quick facts
          • Corpus themesromantic landscape, romanticism, light, turner’s romantic vision, romantic sublime
          • Mediumsoil on canvas
          • Topics exploredbuildings, clouds, landscape, mountains, boats
          • Also known asWilliam Turner, J.M.W. Turner, Joseph Mallord William Turner, James Mallord William Turner, Joseph Mallord W. Turner
          • NationalityUnited Kingdom
          • Room fitliving room
          • Best occasionsstatement, accent
          • Top 3 worksThe Fighting Temeraire Tugged to Her Last Berth to Be Broken up, Rain Steam and Speed, The Great Western Railway, The fighting téméraire
          Biography

          Early Life, Family and Training

          In a house on Maiden Lane, within the busy Covent Garden district of London, Joseph Mallord William Turner entered the world. His beginnings were rooted in the practical trades of the city; his father, William Turner, worked as a barber and wigmaker. This domestic setting was also a place of commerce, as William served as an art dealer, providing a young boy with an early, unforced proximity to the world of visual works. The boy’s talent was evident early on, and his father even displayed the child's drawings in the shop window to catch the eyes of passing customers.

          By the age of fourteen, the boy's ambition led him to the Royal Academy Schools in 1789. This formal entry into the academic world provided the technical discipline required to transform raw talent into professional skill. Before and during these formative years, he sought practical experience by working for various architects, including Thomas Hardwick, James Wyatt, and Joseph Bonomi the Elder. These roles required a keen eye for structure and perspective, grounding his developing vision in the physical realities of the built environment.

          His education was further shaped by the guidance of the topographical draughtsman Thomas Malton. Through this study, he learned to render the specific details of landscapes and architecture with precision. This period of his life was a careful balance of formal instruction and the necessity of working for hire, as he moved from the meticulous demands of architectural drawing toward the more expressive possibilities of the natural world.

          Technique and Artistic Style

          In his early years, he followed the path of the eighteenth-century topographical tradition, producing precise renderings of architecture and landscapes. These early efforts showed a disciplined hand, yet a restless spirit was already beginning to stir beneath the surface of his technical proficiency. As he matured, his focus shifted from the mere documentation of places to a profound fascination with the raw power of the natural world. He sought to capture the very essence of storms, the sudden fury of seascapes, the massive presence of mountains, and the fleeting brilliance of a sunset. This pursuit led him to become a painter of light, a man who used color as his primary language to describe the atmosphere.

          His method was one of constant experimentation across various media, including oils, watercolours, and engravings. He moved away from rigid forms, preferring instead to use bold color and expressive renditions of light to convey the feeling of a moment. He did not merely paint a scene; he painted the air between the eye and the object. This approach allowed him to translate the turbulence of the elements into something deeply felt. His brushwork became a tool for capturing movement, dissolving the boundaries between the sea and the sky through a masterful command of light and shadow.

          • Fishermen at Sea (1796)
          • Self-Portrait (1799)
          • Dutch Boats in a Gale (1801)
          • The Fighting Temeraire (undated)
          • Rain Steam and Speed, The Great Western Railway (undated)

          Key Works and Subjects

          His early years saw him mastering the elements of the sea and the self. In 1796, he produced Fishermen at Sea, an oil work that demonstrated his early command over the interplay of light and shadow. By 1799, he turned his gaze inward with a Self-Portrait, rendered in oil on canvas. These early endeavors were but a fraction of a staggering output that eventually included over 550 oil paintings and nearly 20,000 drawings and sketches.

          As his vision expanded, he moved from the meticulous details of topography toward the vastness of the natural world. He found profound inspiration in the changing light of the English landscape, such as the watercolor of Louth, Lincolnshire from 1827. His brushwork grew more expressive, often capturing the turbulent energy of storms and the shifting moods of the sky. He was drawn to the drama of the ocean, often depicting the raw power of waves and the vulnerability of those caught within them.

          In his later years, the artist found himself fascinated by the rapid changes of the industrial age. He turned his attention to the machines of progress, capturing the movement and steam of a new era. This interest in contemporary technology is evident in works such as The Fighting Temeraire and Rain, Steam and Speed, where the force of human invention meets the vastness of the atmosphere.

          • Fishermen at Sea (1796)
          • Self-Portrait (1799)
          • Louth, Lincolnshire (1827)
          • The Fighting Temeraire
          • Rain Steam and Speed

          Patrons and Commercial Success

          The seeds of his professional life were sown in the modest setting of his father's shop. There, the young artist's sketches were displayed in the window, inviting passersby to purchase his early efforts for a single shilling. This early exposure to the marketplace provided a practical understanding of art as a trade. As he matured, he secured a steady and reliable income by meeting the high demand for topographical and architectural watercolours, a pursuit that allowed him to establish himself firmly within the London art world.

          His growing reputation eventually drew the attention of men of significant means and influence. He found patronage among figures such as William Beckford, Francis Egerton, the 3rd Duke of Bridgewater, and George Wyndham, the 3rd Earl of Egremont. These connections were marked by substantial transactions that reflected the rising value of his vision. In 1799, he sold The Fifth Plague of Egypt to William Beckford for 150 guineas. A few years later, in 1801, Dutch Boats in a Gale was acquired by Francis Egerton for 250 guineas.

          Legacy and Influence

          The ripples of his vision reached far beyond the shores of Britain, touching the very foundations of how painters perceived the world. His restless pursuit of light and his expressive use of color acted as a precursor to the Impressionist movement, leaving a profound mark on artists like Monet and Pissarro. He did not merely paint the landscape; he sought to dissolve the boundaries of form, a pursuit that helped pave the way for modern abstraction. This willingness to prioritize atmosphere over rigid detail allowed his influence to travel through the centuries, eventually reaching the abstract expressionists like Mark Rothko.

          His ascent to widespread acclaim was aided by a significant turning point in 1840, when a prominent critic became his great champion. This support helped the public grasp the depth of his experimentation at a time when his free treatment of subjects was often met with confusion or criticism. While many found his swirling compositions difficult to interpret, his ability to capture the feeling of a place ensured his place in the history of art. He transformed the landscape from a static subject into a medium for profound emotional expression.

          Where to See the Works Today

          To witness the legacy of this painter, one must travel to London, where the great majority of his paintings are held. The Tate Britain houses much of his life's work, allowing a viewer to trace his development through the decades. Within these halls, one can find The Fighting Temeraire Tugged to Her Last Berth to Be Broken Up, a work that captures a sense of profound transition. Nearby, the Tate Collection also preserves The Evening of the Deluge, a piece that reflects his preoccupation with the overwhelming forces of nature.

          His reach extends far beyond the shores of England, finding homes in various corners of the globe. In Lisboa, Portugal, the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum holds Ruins of Tintern Abbey, a watercolor that demonstrates his command over light and atmosphere. Across the Atlantic, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts, preserves Slavers Throwing Overboard the Dead and Dying—Typhon Coming on, a painting that speaks to the darker, more turbulent aspects of his vision.

          • The Fighting Temeraire Tugged to Her Last Berth to Be Broken Up (Tate Gallery, London)
          • The Evening of the Deluge (Tate Collection, London)
          • Ruins of Tintern Abbey (Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, Lisboa, Portugal)
          • Slavers Throwing Overboard the Dead and Dying—Typhon Coming on (Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts)

          Questions & Answers

          In which historical period did Joseph Mallord William Turner work?

          Joseph Mallord William Turner worked in the 19th-Century period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

          Where can I find statistics about Joseph Mallord William Turner's works?

          Statistics about Joseph Mallord William Turner's works are available on the artist's Stats page.

          Where are Joseph Mallord William Turner's artworks grouped by art movement?

          Joseph Mallord William Turner's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

          By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 14, 2026
          Collector's quiz
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          5. What was Turner's father's profession?

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