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The 17 artworks by Mary Potter 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 · 17 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Pellavakangas · Alkuperäistodistus · Toimitus maailmanlaajuisesti Mary Potter · 1900 – 1981

The Window, Chiswick

1929 · original 76 x 55 cm

Discover 'The Window, Chiswick' by Mary Potter (1929). A serene modernist still life through a window, featuring muted tones & geometric forms. Explore this OBE-winning artist’s evocative landscapes.

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 1 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17527 × 37 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$26955 × 76 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of an Auxiliary Territorial Service Sergeant

1942 · original 62 x 51 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 2 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17529 × 35 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$23951 × 62 cm Commission at original size

Blue Jar

1945 · Government Art Collection, Lontoo · original 49 x 59 cm

Discover 'Blue Jar' by Mary Potter (1945). A modernist still life featuring muted blues & greens, impasto texture, & subtle forms. Explore this evocative landscape painting.

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 3 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 29 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$23159 × 49 cm Commission at original size

Still Life with a Vase

1954 · original 60 x 39 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 4 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17525 × 39 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$21539 × 60 cm Commission at original size

Regent's Park, Autumn

1949 · Arts Council Collection, Lontoo · original 70 x 60 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 5 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17529 × 34 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$27060 × 70 cm Commission at original size

Still Life

1945 · original 63 x 76 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 6 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 29 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$28776 × 63 cm Commission at original size

Carnations

1950 · original 84 x 61 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 7 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17527 × 37 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$29761 × 84 cm Commission at original size

Evening Light on the Trees

original 102 x 127 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 8 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 28 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$525127 × 102 cm Commission at original size

Deserted Pier

1948 · The Mercer Art Gallery, Harrogate · original 26 x 31 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 9 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 29 cm Commission this artwork

The Swans

1930 · Derbyshire - Derby School Library Service, Derby · original 86 x 70 cm

Mary Potter’s ‘The Swans’ (1930) captures serene beauty with luminous colors & impasto brushstrokes. An evocative Impressionist landscape of swans by OBE-winning artist.

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 10 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17528 × 36 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$32370 × 86 cm Commission at original size

Still Life

Usher Gallery, Lincoln · original 41 x 57 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 11 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 28 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$21557 × 41 cm Commission at original size

Golden Kipper

1939 · original 51 x 41 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 12 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17528 × 35 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$20741 × 51 cm Commission at original size

Spring Landscape

1933 · Usher Gallery, Lincoln · original 51 x 61 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 13 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 29 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$23861 × 51 cm Commission at original size

Hampshire Farm

1939 · original 61 x 76 cm

Admire 'Hampshire Farm' by Mary Potter – an exquisite Impressionistic landscape painting of rural England. Oil on canvas, 1939. A timeless piece for art collectors.

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 14 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17535 × 28 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$28276 × 61 cm Commission at original size

Rising Moon

1942 · Ferens Art Gallery, Hull · original 46 x 76 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 15 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17541 × 24 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$24976 × 46 cm Commission at original size

Frieze

original 102 x 127 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 16 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17536 × 28 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$525127 × 102 cm Commission at original size

Grasses and Shadows 2, 1973

original 88 x 63 cm

Tekniikka: Käsinmaalattu öljyväri pellavakankaalle
Valmistaja: Tilaustyönä ammattitaitoisen taiteilijan maalaamana
Popularity: No. 17 of 21 artworks by Mary Potter
Toimitus: Maailmanlaajuisesti noin 5 viikkoa

from$17526 × 39 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$30963 × 88 cm Commission at original size

The artist

Mary Potter

1900 – 1981

Pikafaktat

Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced, vivid
Also known asMarian Anderson Attenborough, Marian Attenborough, Marian Anderson Potter, Marian Potter, Mary Attenborough
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Creative periodsmature period
Died1981
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Top 3 worksThe Window, Chiswick, Portrait of an Auxiliary Territorial Service Sergeant, Blue Jar
Top-ranked workThe Window, Chiswick

Biography

Mary Potter: A Subtle Master of Light and Landscape

Born Marian Anderson Attenborough in Beckenham, Kent, in 1900, Mary Potter’s life was one inextricably linked to the quiet beauty of the Suffolk countryside. Her early years were marked by a delicate health—a consequence of congenital heart and lung issues—which shaped her introspective nature and fostered a deep appreciation for stillness and observation. This sensitivity would become the cornerstone of her distinctive artistic style, characterized by a restrained palette, luminous colors, and an uncanny ability to capture fleeting moments of light and atmosphere.

Potter’s formal training began at the Beckenham School of Art and continued at the Slade School of Fine Art in London. There, she honed her skills under the tutelage of Henry Tonks, winning numerous prizes, including first place for portraiture. This early exposure to rigorous artistic principles laid the groundwork for her later development, but it was a conscious decision to move away from academic painting and embrace a more personal, expressive approach.

Early Career and Bohemian London

Potter’s career unfolded during a period of significant social and artistic change in early 20th-century England. She initially exhibited with groups like the New English Art Club and the London Group, engaging with the burgeoning avant-garde movement while maintaining her own distinct voice. Her early works often featured still lifes, portraits, and landscapes—a diverse range reflecting her broad interests. A pivotal period occurred during her time in Fitzrovia, a vibrant bohemian district of London, where she shared a studio space with fellow artists and experienced the energy of a creative community.

Her marriage to Stephen Potter in 1927 brought a new dimension to her life, providing companionship and mutual artistic support. However, their relationship eventually ended in divorce in 1955, an event that undoubtedly influenced her evolving artistic perspective. The move to Aldeburgh in 1951 proved transformative, offering the tranquility she needed to fully dedicate herself to her art.

The Development of a Unique Style

Potter’s distinctive style emerged gradually over several decades, rooted in a deep understanding of color and light. She eschewed bold brushstrokes and dramatic compositions, instead favoring a subtle, almost understated approach. A key element of her technique involved mixing paint with beeswax—a process that created a unique “chalky luminous quality,” as Kenneth Clark famously described it, resulting in paintings imbued with an ethereal glow. Her palette was consistently restrained, relying on pale, muted tones to evoke the atmosphere and mood of her subjects.

Her subject matter often centered around the landscapes of Suffolk—the rolling hills, windswept coastlines, and quiet meadows that surrounded her home. She also painted portraits, capturing the essence of her subjects with remarkable sensitivity and empathy. Potter’s work is not about literal representation; rather, it's an exploration of perception, memory, and emotion – a distillation of experience into evocative visual forms.

Recognition and Legacy

Despite initially working largely outside the mainstream art world, Mary Potter gained increasing recognition in the 1960s and 70s. Her work was exhibited at prestigious venues like the Tate Gallery and the Serpentine Gallery, and she received numerous awards, including an OBE in 1979 and the John Moores Prize in 1981. Her retrospective exhibitions—held in London and elsewhere—attracted critical acclaim and solidified her place as a significant figure in British art.

Mary Potter’s legacy extends beyond her individual paintings. Her quiet, contemplative approach to art offered a powerful counterpoint to the prevailing trends of the time, demonstrating that beauty could be found in subtlety and restraint. Her work continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into a world of serene landscapes and intimate portraits—a testament to the enduring power of observation and artistic sensitivity.

Key Characteristics of Potter’s Art

Restrained Palette:** Primarily utilizing pale, muted colors – blues, greens, browns, greys - creating a sense of tranquility and atmosphere.

Luminous Quality:* The beeswax technique imparted a unique glow to her paintings, enhancing their ethereal quality.

Emphasis on Atmosphere:** Potter prioritized capturing the mood and feeling of a scene over precise detail or realistic representation.

Subtle Composition:* Her compositions were often simple and understated, allowing the colors and light to take center stage.

Subject Matter:* Frequently depicted landscapes of Suffolk, as well as intimate portraits reflecting her personal observations.

Kysymykset ja vastaukset

Missä kaupungissa ja maassa Mary Potter on syntynyt?

Mary Potter on syntynyt Beckenham, United Kingdom.

Millä muilla nimillä Mary Potter tunnetaan?

Mary Potter tunnetaan myös nimillä Marian Anderson Attenborough, Marian Attenborough, Marian Anderson Potter, Marian Potter, Mary Attenborough.

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Keräilijän tietovisa

Mary Potter is best known for her paintings featuring which of the following subjects?
In what school of art did Mary Potter initially study?
What significant event occurred in Mary Potter's life that led to her shift towards abstract painting?
Mary Potter was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) for what reason?
What distinctive technique did Mary Potter employ in her paintings, resulting in a unique luminous quality?

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