the collector's folio

Robert Havell Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Robert Havell 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 Robert Havell · 1793 – 1878

View of the Hudson from Horton's Road near Croton

1850 · Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17537 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

Sunset near Sing-Sing, New York

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17538 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

The Williams House, Deerfield, Massachusetts

Discover Robert Havell’s "The Williams House," a serene 19th-century landscape painting of frontier life. Explore this romanticized scene of rural Massachusetts, oil on canvas, and balanced composition.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$25037 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

BLUE JAY AND BALTIMORE ORIOLE

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17529 × 35 cm Commission this artwork

AFTER THE DEER HUNT

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17536 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

Windsor Castle

Admire 'Windsor Castle' by Robert Havell Jr., a stunning landscape painting of royal England. Explore this Hudson River School masterpiece – a timeless view of beauty and tranquility.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17541 × 24 cm Commission this artwork

CAROLINA TURTLE DOVE ^ PASSENGER PIGEON ATTACKED BY PEREGRINE FALCON

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17536 × 28 cm Commission this artwork

View of the Hudson River from Tarrytown

1866 · original 55.9 x 76.2cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17537 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$27176 × 56 cm Commission at original size

A series of Picturesque Views of Noblemen's ^ Gentlemen's Seats

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17537 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

View of the Hudson from Sing-Sing, New York

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17538 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

NIAGARA FALLS, PAINTED FROM THE CHINESE PAGODA, POINT VIEW GARDENS

Magnificent Robert Havell painting of Niagara Falls! Captivating view from Point View Gardens. Explore this stunning 19th-century landscape reproduction today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17538 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

Red-Tailed Hawk and Osprey (Fish Hawk)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17526 × 38 cm Commission this artwork

Hooping Crane

Discover 'Hooping Crane' by Robert Havell, a stunning realistic wildlife artwork showcasing intricate feather details and natural habitat. Perfect for art collectors and wildlife enthusiasts.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17526 × 38 cm Commission this artwork

View of Hudson River from near Sing Sing, New York

1850

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17537 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

PATERSON FALLS

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17538 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

HUDSON RIVER VALLEY LANDSCAPE

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17538 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

VIEW OF THE HUDSON RIVER VALLEY

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17540 × 25 cm Commission this artwork

View of the Hudson River near West Point

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17537 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

TUCKEEDOE LAKE, MONROE WORKS

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17540 × 25 cm Commission this artwork

Golden Eagle

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17526 × 39 cm Commission this artwork

A VIEW OF POUGHKEEPSIE

Robert Havell Jr. (1793-1878) was a British-born American engraver and painter. He is best known for his aquatint engravings, particularly those created for John James Audubon's 'Birds of America.' Havell moved to the United States in 1827 and estab

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17539 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

THE FALLS

Discover Robert Havell’s "The Falls," an exquisite impressionistic landscape capturing Niagara Falls’ power & beauty. Oil on canvas, serene yet dramatic – a timeless piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17540 × 25 cm Commission this artwork

View of the Hudson River at Haverstraw Bay

Robert Havell’s "View of the Hudson River at Haverstraw Bay" captures a serene Romantic landscape. Oil painting, radiant light, & sublime beauty – a classic Hudson River School piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17537 × 27 cm Commission this artwork

Key-west Dove

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17535 × 28 cm Commission this artwork

American White Pelican

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 195 artworks by Robert Havell
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

from$17526 × 39 cm Commission this artwork

The artist

Robert Havell

1793 – 1878

Quick facts

Movementshudson river school
Topics exploredbirds, flowers, scenes, landscape, rivers
Art period19th Century
Museums on APSMinneapolis Institute of Art
Top-ranked workView of the Hudson from Horton's Road near Croton
Corpus themesscientific illustration, hudson river school, hudson river school influence, american wilderness, audubon's influence
Works on APS195
Died1878

Biography

Robert Havell: Life and Legacy

Early Life and Family Background

Robert Havell (1793-1878) was a renowned English engraver, etcher, and painter. Born in Reading, Berkshire, England, he came from a family deeply rooted in the arts. His father, Robert Havell the Elder, was also an accomplished engraver and publisher. The Havell family boasted numerous artists, writers, publishers, educators, and musicians, providing young Robert with an environment rich in creative stimulation.

Artistic Development and Training

Growing up within such a creatively inclined family, Havell was exposed to art from a very early age. He received his initial training from his father, mastering the techniques of engraving and etching. This foundational education proved crucial for his later success. His artistic style developed with a keen attention to detail and an ability to capture the essence of his subjects.

Collaboration with John James Audubon

Havell is most famously known for his pivotal role in producing The Birds of America by John James Audubon. Between 1827 and 1838, he served as the engraver and publisher of this monumental work. This collaboration showcased Havell’s exceptional skill in aquatint – a technique involving etching designs onto copper plates to create tonal variations. The sheer scale and ambition of The Birds of America cemented both Audubon's and Havell’s reputations.

Artistic Style and Notable Works

Havell’s artistic style was characterized by precision, detail, and a sensitivity to the natural world. While best known for his aquatints of Audubon’s birds, he also created landscapes and portraits demonstrating his versatility as an artist. Some notable works include his engraving of “A Battle,” which highlights his mastery of composition and technique. Other significant pieces include:

A View of Poughkeepsie
Hudson River Valley Landscape
Wild Turkey
Windsor Castle
Attack on Fort Oswego, Lake Ontario, N. America

Influences and Associations

Havell’s work reflects an interest in both the natural world and historical events. His collaboration with Audubon clearly demonstrates a fascination with ornithology and wildlife. He also showed an appreciation for Indian art and culture, which subtly influenced his aesthetic sensibilities. The Hudson River School movement, with its emphasis on romantic landscapes, also appears to have impacted his landscape paintings.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Robert Havell Jr. died in London in 1878, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of the foremost practitioners of aquatint engraving. His meticulous work on The Birds of America remains a testament to his skill and dedication. He played an integral role in popularizing American wildlife art and contributed significantly to the development of printmaking techniques during the 19th century. Today, his works are celebrated by art lovers worldwide and can be found in prominent collections, including those available at ArtsDot.com.

Questions & Answers

In which historical period did Robert Havell work?

Robert Havell worked in the 19th-Century period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

What moods do Robert Havell's artworks express?

The artist's Mood Room page shows Robert Havell's artworks arranged by their atmosphere.

How many artworks by Robert Havell are available to browse?

You can browse 195 artworks by Robert Havell on the All Artworks page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

Collector's quiz

Robert Havell is most renowned for his work on what monumental ornithological publication?
What printmaking technique was Robert Havell particularly skilled in and frequently employed?
Beyond ornithological illustrations, what other subject matter did Havell explore in his artistic work?
Robert Havell's 'Attack on Fort Oswego' depicts a scene from which conflict?
Where was Robert Havell born?

one You choose the size

Standard formats or any custom dimension, matched to the proportions of the original.

two We paint and send a preview

A photo of the finished canvas for your approval before it is shipped.

three Delivered, certified

Rolled, stretched or framed, insured, with a certificate of authenticity.

Commission your Robert Havell

Every artwork by Robert Havell in our catalog can be painted to order, in the size that suits the room.

All artworks by Robert Havell