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Francis Grant Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Francis Grant 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 Francis Grant · 1803 – 1878

Portrait of John Naylor

1857 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 1327 x 2256 cm

Admire Sir Francis Grant's 'Portrait of John Naylor,' a captivating Victorian painting showcasing a distinguished gentleman. Explore the artistry and historical context of this remarkable piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Emily Charlotte Meynell Ingram

1867 · Leeds Art Gallery, Leeds

Admire 'Emily Charlotte Meynell Ingram' by Sir Francis Grant – a captivating 1867 portrait showcasing Victorian elegance & romantic brushwork. Hand-painted reproductions available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Hugo Francis Meynell Ingram

1865 · Leeds Art Gallery, Leeds

Sir Francis Grant's "Hugo Francis Meynell Ingram" captures a dignified gentleman in formal attire against a serene landscape, showcasing his refined portrait style and Victorian era artistry.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Mary Isabella Grant

New Walk Museum - Art Gallery, Leicester

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Mrs Livesay

1851 · Bristol Museum And Art Gallery, Bristol

Explore this remarkable portrait by Sir Francis Grant, showcasing Victorian elegance and artistic precision.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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John Russell, 1st Earl Russell

1853 · National Portrait Gallery, London · original 201.3 x 111.8cm

This formal 1853 portrait by Sir Francis Grant exudes statesmanlike dignity. Discover the elegance of this Victorian masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$802112 × 201 cm Commission at original size

Lieutenant General Sir George Pollock

1856 · British Library, London

Experience the academic realism of Sir Francis Grant's 1856 portrait capturing Lieutenant General Sir George Pollock's dignified military authority; discover this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Mrs Margaret Hick

1861 · Bolton Museum And Art Gallery, Bolton

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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John Hume Egerton, Viscount Alford

1851 · Belton House, Grantham · original 175 x 142 cm

This stunning oil painting by Sir Francis Grant depicts John Hume Egerton, Viscount Alford standing beside a grand oak tree in 1851. Characterized by dark tones, subtle lighting, and meticulous detail, it exemplifies Victorian portraiture’s blend of Romanticism and Realism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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John William Spencer Brownlow Egerton Cust

1863 · Belton House, Grantham · original 122 x 98 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$49698 × 122 cm Commission at original size

John Hume Egerton

Admire Sir Francis Grant’s ‘John Hume Egerton,’ a stunning 19th-century oil portrait showcasing Neoclassical & Romantic influences. Rich detail, dramatic lighting & elegant composition – a timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Frances Anne Emily (nee Vane-Tempest), Marchioness of Londonderry (1800-1865)

1853 · Mount Stewart, Newtownards · original 73.7 x 61.6cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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George Osbaldeston

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Lord Wilton of the Leicestershire Hunt

Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester

Admire Sir Francis Grant's 'Lord Wilton of the Leicestershire Hunt,' a stunning 19th-century portrait capturing aristocratic elegance and masterful oil painting technique.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Lady Marian Margaret Compton, Viscountess Alford

1841 · Belton House, Grantham · original 125 x 104 cm

A captivating Romantic era portrait of Lady Marian Margaret Compton by Sir Francis Grant captures aristocratic elegance through masterful chiaroscuro and rich textures, inviting you to explore this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Same size as the original$526104 × 125 cm Commission at original size

Mary Isabella Grant Knitting a Shawl

1855 · Government Art Collection, London

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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James Thomas Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan

1841

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Walter Scott

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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John Henry Gurney

1861 · Norfolk Museums, Norwich

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Edward Geoffrey Smith Stanley

Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Sidney Herbert, 1st Baron Herbert Of Lea, Pc, Secretary To The Admiralty

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Lady Mary Watkin

1870

Admire Sir Francis Grant’s ‘Lady Mary Watkin,’ a refined 1870 portrait showcasing realism & aristocratic elegance. Explore this oil painting's details, composition & historical context.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Edward Rigby

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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John Hick, Esq., Member of Parliament for Bolton

1861 · Bolton Museum And Art Gallery, Bolton

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
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Queen Victoria with Victoria, Princess Royal, and Albert Edward, Prince of Wales

1842 · original 44.7 x 30.7cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 269 artworks by Francis Grant
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$23631 × 45 cm Commission at original size

The artist

Francis Grant

1803 – 1878

Quick facts

Art period19th Century
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Room fitliving room
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Also known asSir Francis Grant, Sir Grant, Francis Grant (Sir), フランシス・グラント, Фрэнсис Грант
Museums on APSNational Portrait Gallery, Manchester Art Gallery, Leeds Art Gallery, Walker Art Gallery, New Walk Museum - Art Gallery
Emotional tonereflective
Mediumsoil on canvas, acrylic on canvas

Biography

A Life Dedicated to Portraiture and the Academy

Sir Francis Grant, a name synonymous with refined portraiture and dedicated service to the British art establishment, emerged as one of the most sought-after artists of his era. Born in 1803 into a landed family in Perthshire, Scotland, young Francis initially seemed destined for a career in law. However, the pull of artistic expression proved too strong to resist. Though largely self-taught, he briefly studied under Alexander Nasmyth in Edinburgh, laying an early foundation before forging his own distinctive path. This path wasn’t immediately clear; Grant's initial successes came with sporting scenes, capturing the energy and vibrancy of rural life. A pivotal moment arrived through his marriage, granting him access to the exclusive world of Melton Mowbray’s hunting set. There, he honed his skills under John Ferneley, a master of equestrian art, and began to specialize in depictions of horses and hounds – subjects that would initially define his reputation.

From Sporting Scenes to Aristocratic Likenesses

Grant's artistic evolution wasn’t merely a shift in subject matter; it was a refinement of style. His early sporting scenes, like the celebrated *Melton Breakfast* (1834), demonstrated an eye for detail and composition that quickly garnered attention. However, it was his burgeoning talent for portraiture that truly propelled him to prominence. He possessed a remarkable ability to capture not just physical likeness but also the character and social standing of his sitters. This skill proved particularly valuable in an era obsessed with status and image. Commissions flowed in from the British aristocracy and political elite, including the ultimate accolade: portraits of Queen Victoria herself. His portrait of Lady Glenlyon (1842) served as a watershed moment, solidifying his position among the leading portraitists of the day. Grant’s style blended Neoclassical elegance with a touch of Romantic sensibility, characterized by dramatic lighting and rich detail – tempering the flourishes of artists like Thomas Lawrence with a distinctly Victorian sobriety. He excelled at equestrian portraits, skillfully portraying both the grandeur of his subjects and their noble steeds, as evidenced in his works for Christ's Hospital depicting Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.

Presidency and Legacy: Shaping the Royal Academy

The pinnacle of Grant’s career arrived in 1866 with his election as President of the Royal Academy, following the death of Charles Eastlake. This prestigious position recognized not only his artistic achievements but also his respected standing within the art world. Shortly after assuming the presidency, he was knighted, a testament to his significant contributions. As president, Grant instituted a groundbreaking practice: the holding of major loan exhibitions. These ambitious displays expanded the Academy’s reach and influence, bringing together masterpieces from across Europe and attracting wider public engagement. He wasn't merely a custodian of tradition; he actively sought to broaden the scope and accessibility of art. His leadership helped solidify the Royal Academy as a central force in British artistic life. Grant’s influence extended beyond his own work, impacting artists such as Martin Archer Shee and Solomon Alexander Hart.

A Window into Victorian Society

Sir Francis Grant's legacy extends far beyond the canvases he filled with portraits of prominent figures. His extensive body of work serves as a valuable historical record, offering insights into British society during the 19th century. Through his art, we glimpse the lives and status of aristocracy, politicians, and royalty – individuals who shaped the era. He wasn’t simply painting faces; he was documenting a social order. His presidency of the Royal Academy marked a period of significant development for the institution, cementing its role as a vital cultural hub. Grant's paintings are held in collections worldwide, including the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, ensuring that his artistic vision continues to resonate with audiences today. He remains a pivotal figure in Victorian art history – a skilled portraitist, a respected leader, and a chronicler of his time. His work offers not just aesthetic pleasure but also a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.

Notable Works

Melton Breakfast (1834): An early success that established his reputation for sporting scenes.
The Meeting of His Majesty's Staghounds on Ascot Heath: A detailed and dynamic depiction of a hunting event.
Portrait of Lady Glenlyon (1842): A pivotal work that cemented his status as a leading portraitist.
Equestrian Portraits of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert: Demonstrations of his skill in capturing both likenesses and grandeur.
Portraits of the Marchioness of Waterford, the Marchioness of Bristol, and Mrs Markham (Daisy Grant): Acclaimed portraits showcasing his ability to capture character and social standing.

Questions & Answers

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Can I study Francis Grant's use of color across all works?

The color profile of Francis Grant's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

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

Collector's quiz

Sir Francis Grant served as President of which prestigious art institution?
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