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James Bateman (1814-1849)
A fox at bay
signed and dated 'J. Bateman 44' centre right
Oil on panel
Painting size 8 x 10 in
Framed size 13 x 15 in
James Bateman (1893–1959) was an English painter known for his deeply felt portrayals of rural and agricultural life, particularly the landscapes and livestock of the British countryside. Born into a farming family in Kendal, Bateman’s early connection to the land would remain central to his artistic vision. He first trained as a sculptor at Leeds College of Art, but after suffering a serious injury during World War I, he turned to painting and printmaking—a transition that marked the beginning of a remarkable career.
Following the war, he studied at the Slade School of Fine Art and was soon recognised for his talent, becoming a finalist for the Rome Scholarship in 1920. He went on to teach at Cheltenham School of Art, then Hammersmith, before settling into a long and influential teaching post at Goldsmiths College from 1929 onward. During his early years in Gloucestershire, he was inspired by the surrounding farmland and rural communities, often cycling through the Cotswolds to sketch farmers at work and the rhythms of daily agricultural life.
Bateman began exhibiting at the Royal Academy in the mid-1920s and steadily gained recognition, eventually being elected a Royal Academician in 1942. His work was also shown with the New English Art Club and the Royal Watercolour Society. He became known for paintings that were both finely observed and warmly human—scenes such as Haytime in the Cotswolds, Cattle Market, and Commotion in the Cattle Ring reflect not only his technical skill but also his empathy for working rural communities. His compositions often feature cattle in fields or markets, workers gathering hay, and quiet moments of farm life rendered with dignity and care.
During World War II, Bateman was commissioned to document life on the home front, producing evocative works such as Women’s Land Army at Work and Evacuees Assist with the Hay. These paintings not only served as records of national effort but also carried forward his long-standing interest in the everyday heroism of agricultural labour.
Bateman’s work is characterised by a strong sense of composition, precise drawing, and a naturalistic palette. His attention to the form and movement of animals—especially cattle—was grounded in lifelong observation and deep familiarity. His paintings are held in major public collections across the UK, including the Tate, the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle, Southampton City Art Gallery, and Cheltenham’s own museum.
In addition to his painting, he authored a respected book, Oil Painting, published in 1957. James Bateman died in London in 1959, leaving behind a body of work that remains a vivid tribute to the English countryside and the quiet resilience of those who worked the land.
- Creator:James Bateman (1815 - 1849, British)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Stoke, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU446316648532
James Bateman
James Bateman was a self-taught sporting painter of hunting, shooting and fishing subjects. He began as a clerk before turning to a painter as a career. Bateman was a friend of Sir Edwin Landseer and shared his studio. A talented artist, he exhibited at the main London exhibitions and over 30 times at the Royal Society of British Artists between 1840–49.
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