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The 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel 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 · 13 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linnen canvas · Certificaat van echtheid · Wereldwijd verzonden John Sydney Steel · 1863 – 1932

Spoil of the Marshes

1925 · original 80 x 122 cm

Discover 'Spoil of the Marshes' by John Sydney Steel (1863-1932). A stunning Australian wildlife painting – detailed birds & serene marsh landscape. Explore this evocative artwork.

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 1 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Same size as the original$432122 × 80 cm Commission at original size

Hard Weather

1911 · original 107 x 152 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 2 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Same size as the original$621152 × 107 cm Commission at original size

Shetland Mare and Foal

1921 · original 27 x 32 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 3 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Disturbed

original 31 x 46 cm

Discover "Disturbed" by John Sydney Steel – a captivating Australian landscape painting from 1863-1932. Explore evocative wildlife art & detailed textures in this unique piece.

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 4 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Same size as the original$18846 × 31 cm Commission at original size

Deer Resting

1910 · original 108 x 152 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 5 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Same size as the original$626152 × 108 cm Commission at original size

Hunting the Irish Elk

1890 · original 107 x 152 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 6 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

from$17538 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$621152 × 107 cm Commission at original size

Sunset in the Woods

original 24 x 34 cm

Discover "Sunset in the Woods" by John Sydney Steel – an evocative Impressionistic oil painting of a serene winter landscape. Explore its textured impasto & warm light.

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 7 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Red Deer

original 24 x 33 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 8 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Mallards at Rest

original 41 x 61 cm

Discover "Mallards at Rest" by John Sydney Steel – an Impressionistic landscape painting of serene wetlands & wildlife. Explore this beautiful oil on canvas artwork.

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 9 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

from$17539 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$22061 × 41 cm Commission at original size

Tunisian Peasants and Their Mounts

1924 · original 36 x 46 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 10 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Same size as the original$19546 × 36 cm Commission at original size

Discover 'The Hunter’s Moon' by John Sydney Steel – a serene oil painting of three figures under a luminous moon. Realistic texture & atmospheric perspective capture quiet contemplation. #art #landscape #oilpainting

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 11 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

from$22538 × 26 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$31076 × 51 cm Commission at original size

Coming Down to Water

1925 · original 51 x 76 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 12 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

from$17539 × 25 cm Commission this artwork

Same size as the original$26076 × 51 cm Commission at original size

Wintry Weather

1921 · original 52 x 77 cm

Techniek: Met de hand geschilderd olieverf op linnen canvas
Gemaakt door: Op bestelling, door een professioneel kunstenaar
Popularity: No. 13 of 13 artworks by John Sydney Steel
Levering: Wereldwijd ongeveer 5 weken

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Same size as the original$26477 × 52 cm Commission at original size

The artist

John Sydney Steel

1863 – 1932

Snelle feiten

Top-ranked workSpoil of the Marshes
Creative periodsmature period
Born1863
Movementsimpressionism
Top 3 worksSpoil of the Marshes, Hard Weather, Shetland Mare and Foal
Also known asJohn Wesley Steel
Copyright statusPublic domain

Biography

A Pioneer of the Australian Wild: The Life and Legacy of John Sydney Steel

In the golden era of late Victorian and Edwardian art, few painters captured the raw, breathing essence of the Australian wilderness as poignantly as John Sydney Steel. Born in Melbourne in 1863, Steel emerged not merely as a chronicler of nature, but as a master of atmosphere, weaving together the rugged textures of the bush with the delicate, fleeting light of the Impressionist movement. His journey was one of profound connection to the land, a pursuit that saw him transform the quiet observations of a naturalist into the sweeping, emotive canvases of a fine artist. Through his eyes, the Australian landscape ceased to be a mere setting and became a living, pulsing protagonist.

The foundation of Steel’s distinctive vision was laid during his formative years under the mentorship of Charles Conder, a titan of the celebrated Heidelberg School. This apprenticeship was transformative; it provided him with more than just technical instruction in oil and pigment. From Conder, Steel inherited a deep reverence for the subtle nuances of the Australian environment—the way sunlight filters through a canopy of eucalyptus or how the moisture of a marshland softens the horizon. This lineage connected him to the heart of Australian Impressionism, encouraging a style that prioritized the sensory experience of light and color over the rigid, clinical precision of traditional academic realism.

Mastery of Light and the Spirit of the Wild

Steel’s technical evolution is most evident in his ability to manipulate texture and luminosity to evoke emotion. He moved beyond simple representation, employing broken brushstrokes and sophisticated layering techniques to replicate the shimmering, ephemeral qualities of the natural world. His work often dances between the meticulous detail required for wildlife portraiture and the broad, expressive strokes characteristic of Impressionism. This duality allowed him to render the fine feathers of a bird or the muscular tension of an animal with startling clarity, while simultaneously bathing the entire scene in a cohesive, atmospheric glow.

His subject matter was a testament to his devotion to the fauna and flora of his home continent. Collectors and scholars alike are drawn to the narrative depth found within his most celebrated works:

Spoil of the Marshes (1893): A breathtaking exploration of a serene wetland, where Steel captures a teeming ecosystem through a lens of tranquil beauty.
Disturbed: A more dramatic departure, this piece showcases his ability to capture movement and the sudden, visceral tension inherent in the wild.
The Hunter’s Moon: An evocative study in nocturnal atmosphere, portraying figures lost in quiet contemplation beneath a luminous, celestial glow.

A Lasting Impression on Art History

Beyond the individual beauty of his paintings, John Sydney Steel holds a significant place in the historical tapestry of Australian art. He bridged the gap between the colonial traditions of the mid-19th century and the burgeoning modernism of the early 20th century. By integrating European Romanticism with a uniquely Australian sensibility, he helped define a national aesthetic that was both globally sophisticated and deeply rooted in local identity. His ability to find the sublime within the everyday—the quiet majesty of a deer or the haunting stillness of a winter wood—ensures his work remains a vital touchstone for anyone seeking to understand the soul of the Australian landscape.

Though he passed away in 1932, the legacy of Steel continues to resonate. His paintings serve as windows into a vanished era, preserving the light, the shadows, and the untamed spirit of a landscape that continues to inspire awe. Through his masterful use of impasto and atmospheric perspective, Steel did not just paint the world; he invited us to feel its heartbeat.

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