Clare College - Artworks

John Piper

Mourreze

John Piper’s ‘Mourreze’ is an abstract expressionist watercolor depicting a desolate landscape with fragmented shapes and earthy tones. Its composition emphasizes vertical bands, geometric precision, and subtle textural layering—a testament to Piper's spiritual vision of British landscape.

Henry Lamb

1926

William Loudon Mollison (1851–1929), Master (1915–1929)

This evocative oil painting by Henry Lamb portrays William Loudon Mollison, a prominent figure from 1915-1929. Characterized by Impressionistic techniques—visible brushstrokes, diffused lighting, and cool color palettes—the artwork reflects the quiet contemplation of its subject against a textured blue background.

Sir William Nicholson

1923

Mushrooms On A Plate

Sir William Nicholson's "Mushrooms on a Plate" (1923) is a striking still life featuring black mushrooms on a white plate, capturing a vintage aesthetic and showcasing the artist’s unique style.