Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 14

William James Muller
"Neapolitan Coast", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Artist William James Müller

1836

About the Item

WILLIAM JAMES MÜLLER British, 1812 - 1845 NEAPOLITAN COAST signed "W. J. Muller" (lower right) oil on canvas 23-5/8 x 35-3/4 inches (60 x 91 cm.) William James Müller was an English landscape painter born on June 28, 1812, in Bristol, England. He was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the sublime beauty of nature in his paintings. Müller began his artistic training at the age of 14 when he entered the Bristol Academy of Fine Arts. He showed exceptional talent and quickly gained recognition for his landscape paintings. His early works were influenced by the Romantic movement and the dramatic landscapes of artists like J.M.W. Turner. In 1834, Müller embarked on a grand tour of Europe, visiting countries such as Italy, Greece, and Egypt. The exotic landscapes and ancient ruins he encountered during his travels greatly influenced his artistic style. Müller became particularly known for his ability to capture the architectural details of ancient ruins and the play of light and shadow in his paintings. Upon his return to England, Müller established himself as a prominent landscape painter. He exhibited his works at the Royal Academy and the British Institution, receiving critical acclaim and attracting patrons. His paintings often depicted dramatic scenes with stormy skies, rugged cliffs, and picturesque ruins. Müller's attention to detail and his precise rendering of nature set him apart from many of his contemporaries. He had a keen eye for capturing the intricacies of landscapes and the effects of light and atmosphere. His works often conveyed a sense of awe and grandeur, inviting viewers to contemplate the sublime beauty of the natural world. Tragically, Müller's promising career was cut short when he died at the young age of 28 on September 8, 1845. Despite his short life, his contributions to the field of landscape painting were significant. Müller's works continue to be admired for their technical skill and their ability to evoke a sense of wonder and admiration for the natural world. His legacy as a talented landscape painter remains an important part of the history of British art.
  • Creator:
    William James Muller (1812 - 1845, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1836
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 35.83 in (91 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    60 x 91 cm.Price: $9,124
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1281112707502

More From This Seller

View All
"Outside The Tavern", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
By Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
Located in Madrid, ES
JOAQUÍN DOMÍNGUEZ BÉCQUER Spanish, 1817 - 1879 OUTSIDE THE TAVERN signed, located & dated "Joaq. D. Becquer. Sevilla 1849." (lower right) oil...
Category

1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The Card Game", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
By Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
Located in Madrid, ES
JOAQUÍN DOMÍNGUEZ BÉCQUER Spanish, 1817 - 1879 THE CARD GAME signed, located & dated "Joaq. D. Becquer. Sevilla - 1849." (lower left) oil on ...
Category

1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Dancers in a Courtyard", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Joaq. Domínguez Bécquer
By Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
Located in Madrid, ES
JOAQUÍN DOMÍNGUEZ BÉCQUER Spanish, 1817 - 1879 DANCERS IN A COURTYARD signed, located & dated "Joaq. D. Becquer. Sevilla 1849." (lower right)...
Category

1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Riders Passing by a Tavern", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Joaq. D. Bécquer
By Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
Located in Madrid, ES
JOAQUÍN DOMÍNGUEZ BÉCQUER Spanish, 1817 - 1879 RIDERS PASSING BY A TAVERN signed, located & dated "Joaq. D. Becquer. Sevilla, 1847." (lower l...
Category

1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Courtship", Late 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Sapnish Artist M. Alonso Pérez
By Mariano Alonso Pérez
Located in Madrid, ES
MARIANO ALONSO PÉREZ Spanish, 1857 - 1930 COURTSHIP signed "Alonso Pérez" (lower left) oil on canvas 23 x 12-1/8 inches (58 x 30.7 cm.) framed: 28...
Category

1890s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Washerwomen", 19th Century Spanish School Oil on Canvas of Washerwomen at Work
Located in Madrid, ES
SPANISH SCHOOL, 19th CENTURY ARTIST UNKNOWN oil on canvas 10-1/2 x 7-5/8 inches (26.5 x 19.3 cm.) framed: 15-1/2 x 12-1/2 inches (39 x 31.5 cm.) PROVENANCE Spanish Collector, Madrid...
Category

1890s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

You May Also Like

Horses with Ploughmen in the English Countryside by Realist Landscape Artist
By James Wright
Located in Preston, GB
Horse Drawn Plough with Two Horses, Ploughman and his Dog. Signed, Oil on Canvas, housed in a gilt frame, by British Landscape Artist, James Wright. Art ...
Category

1990s Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue dreams. Cloudy landscape in blue. Oil/canvas Sheila Querre Romantic style
By Sheila Querre
Located in Segovia, ES
"Blue dreams" oil on canvas, romantic style by Sheila Querre The colours of the original work are a bit lighter than those on the photo. The picture is in good condition despite its...
Category

1980s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Little House. Sheila Querre oil on canvas green and blue romantic landscape
By Sheila Querre
Located in Segovia, ES
"The Little House" oil on canvas by French artist Sheila Querre Dimension: 65 cm H x 92 cm W x 3 cm D The colours of the original work are lighter than those on the photo. The pictur...
Category

1990s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"My valley". Oil. Sheila Querre French cloudy sky romantic style landscape.
By Sheila Querre
Located in Segovia, ES
"My valley" oil on canvas by French artist Sheila Querre Dimension: 65 cm H x 92 cm W x 3 cm D The colours of the original work are lighter than those on the photo. The picture is i...
Category

1990s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Green and blue French landscape. Sheila Querre oil on canvas Romantic style
By Sheila Querre
Located in Segovia, ES
"Green and blue landscape" oil on canvas by French artist Sheila Querre Dimension: 65 cm H x 92 cm W x 3 cm D The colours of the original work are lighter than those on the photo. T...
Category

1990s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Beaumont landscape" . Sheila Querre. Oil on canvas Purple Blue Romantic style
By Sheila Querre
Located in Segovia, ES
"Beaumont landscape" An other Sheila Querre's blue landscape, very much in Romantic Style. Dimension art cm: 65 H x 92 W x 2 D Dimension art inches: 25.6 H x 36.2 W x 2.3 D The c...
Category

1980s Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Recently Viewed

View All