Opdateret november 2026 · rangeret efter vores popularitetsscore (søgninger, besøg og ordrer for hvert værk) · 27 værker af Frederic Shields i vores katalog
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Ifølge denne rangliste er The Annunciation (1894) det mest berømte maleri af Frederic Shields. Det efterfølges af Hamlet and the Ghost (1901) og Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass (1872). Denne liste er baseret på de 27 værker af Frederic Shields i kataloget og viser de 27 mest berømte, med dato, museum og beskrivelse for hvert værk.
In this oil on canvas, we find ourselves witnessing a quiet, profound encounter between the celestial and the earthly. The scene depicts the Annunciation, where an angel appears to a kneeling woman, a moment of profound spiritual weight captured with a sense of stillness. The composition is oriented vertically, drawing the eye upward to emphasize the height of the angel and the vulnerability of the woman below. Light descends from…
is an oil on canvas created by the artist Frederic Shields. The work emerged in 1901, a period toward the end of the artist's life. Shields, who lived from 1833 to 1911, captured this specific scene with a focused, quiet intensity. The painting measures 60 cm in height and 41 cm in width.
This work, titled Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass, represents a significant moment in the career of Frederic Shields. Created about 1872, the design reflects the artist's deep engagement with religious and spiritual themes. It is a vertical, rectangular composition intended for a stained glass panel, capturing a sense of light and translucency through its specific arrangement of figures and atmosphere.
The Good Shepherd is a work by Frederic Shields. The artist, born in Hartlepool, United Kingdom, was a significant figure in the British art scene of the late Victorian era. His practice often integrated spiritual themes with a meticulous attention to detail, a quality reflected in this large-scale composition.
The Widow's Son
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William Blake's Room1911
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Stained Glass Design, Joel1910 · Bantock House And Park
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Stained Glass Design, Jeremiah1910 · Bantock House And Park
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Stained Glass Design, Enoch1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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Stained Glass Design, Isaiah1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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Stained Glass Design, Ezekiel1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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Stained Glass Design, Elias1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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Stained Glass Design, Moses1910 · Bantock House And Park
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Stained Glass Design, Malachi1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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Stained Glass Design, Noah1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
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Stained Glass Design, Daniel1910 · Bantock House And Park
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Stained Glass Design, David1910 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery
24
Kiss Me, Baby
25
IsaiahOrdsall Hall
26
The Entombment (study for the painting in the Chapel of the Ascension, Bayswater Road)
27
EnochOrdsall Hall
De fire motiver, der er hyppigst repræsenteret i disse værker, hver med sit mest kendte eksempel.
De 4 museer, der rummer flest af malerierne på denne side.
| Museum | By | Værker af Frederic Shields | Malerier fra denne liste |
|---|---|---|---|
 Wolverhampton Art Gallery |
Wolverhampton | 7 | Stained Glass Design, Enoch, Stained Glass Design, Isaiah, Stained Glass Design, Ezekiel |
 Bantock House And Park |
Wolverhampton | 4 | Stained Glass Design, Joel, Stained Glass Design, Jeremiah, Stained Glass Design, Moses |
 Ordsall Hall |
Greater Manchester | 2 | Isaiah, Enoch |
 Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery |
Birmingham | 1 | Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass |
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This work, titled Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass, represents a significant moment in the career of Frederic Shields. Created about 1872, the design reflects the artist's deep engagement with religious and spiritual themes. It is a vertical, rectangular composition intended for a stained glass panel, capturing a sense of light and translucency through its specific arrangement of figures and atmosphere.
In this oil on canvas, we find ourselves witnessing a quiet, profound encounter between the celestial and the earthly. The scene depicts the Annunciation, where an angel appears to a kneeling woman, a moment of profound spiritual weight captured with a sense of stillness. The composition is oriented vertically, drawing the eye upward to emphasize the height of the angel and the vulnerability of the woman below. Light descends from…
is an oil on canvas created by the artist Frederic Shields. The work emerged in 1901, a period toward the end of the artist's life. Shields, who lived from 1833 to 1911, captured this specific scene with a focused, quiet intensity. The painting measures 60 cm in height and 41 cm in width.
The Annunciation (1894). De følgende poster er Hamlet and the Ghost (1901) og Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass (1872).
61 år: Frederic Shields blev født i 1833, og The Annunciation er dateret 1894.
The Annunciation, Hamlet and the Ghost, Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass, The Good Shepherd, Santa Bibiana, The Wild Sea's Engulfing Maw (The Gouliot Caves, Sark), Touch Me Not, Man Repels the Appeal of Conscience, Edwin Gibbs og Man Harkens to the Appeal of Conscience. Listen ovenfor viser datoen og det museum, der ejer hvert værk.
Kataloget indeholder 27 værker af Frederic Shields, dateret mellem 1872 og 1911.
Primært i Wolverhampton Art Gallery (Wolverhampton), Bantock House And Park (Wolverhampton) og Ordsall Hall (Greater Manchester). Tabellen over museer ovenfor viser den fulde fordeling.
I 1910s: 12 af de 27 værker, der er listet på denne side, er dateret til den periode, herunder William Blake's Room.
Det tidligste værk på listen er fra Design For A Panel Of Stained Glass (1872); det nyeste er fra William Blake's Room (1911).
Man (2) og Victorian (2) ud af de 27 værker, der er listet på denne side.
Oil On Canvas, i 2 af de 27 værker, der er listet på denne side.
Pre-raphaelite, som dokumenteret af værkerne på denne side.
Stained Glass Design, Enoch, Stained Glass Design, Isaiah og Stained Glass Design, Ezekiel er blandt de 7 værker på denne side i Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Wolverhamptons samling.
Frederic James Shields, a name perhaps less familiar than those of his Pre-Raphaelite contemporaries, nevertheless stands as a quietly powerful figure within the British art scene of the late Victorian era. Born in Hartlepool in 1833, Shields’s artistic journey was shaped by a profound spiritual sensibility and an unwavering dedication to detail, qualities that would define his distinctive style – one characterized by intricate book illustrations, haunting religious themes, and breathtaking stained-glass designs. His work isn't merely decorative; it’s imbued with a sense of mystery and a yearning for the ethereal, reflecting a deep engagement with both the tangible world and the realm of dreams.
Early influences were diverse. Shields initially studied in London, absorbing the burgeoning artistic trends of the time. However, a pivotal visit to the 1857 Manchester Art Treasures Exhibition proved transformative. Witnessing the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood’s radical approach – their emphasis on truth to nature, detailed observation, and a rejection of academic conventions – ignited within him a fervent passion. This encounter led him to immerse himself in the works of Rossetti, Hunt, and Millais, artists who championed a return to medieval symbolism and a reverence for beauty. The influence is particularly evident in his early pencil sketches, often depicting idyllic scenes of rural life populated by rosy-cheeked children – a deliberate nod to the Pre-Raphaelite’s celebration of innocence and childhood.
A significant turning point arrived in 1864 when Shields encountered Dante Gabriel Rossetti. The poet's encouragement and recognition of his artistic potential provided a crucial validation, propelling him toward a more mature and spiritually informed style. This connection fostered a deep appreciation for Blake’s visionary poetry, which profoundly impacted Shields’s thematic concerns – particularly his exploration of mythology, allegory, and the interplay between light and darkness. The artist's work frequently draws upon biblical narratives, medieval legends, and esoteric symbolism, creating a visual language rich in layered meaning.
Shields’s reputation initially gained traction through his meticulous book illustrations. He possessed an extraordinary ability to capture the essence of literary works with remarkable precision and evocative detail. His renderings for John Bunyan's *Pilgrim's Progress* in 1864 are a testament to this skill, showcasing his mastery of line and shadow. These weren’t mere reproductions; they were interpretations – imbued with Shields’s own symbolic vision. The illustrations aren’t simply depictions of the story’s events but rather visual meditations on its underlying themes of faith, temptation, and redemption.
Beyond *Pilgrim's Progress*, Shields continued to illustrate a diverse range of texts, including Tennyson’s poems and works by Daniel Defoe and John Bunyan. His illustrations for Defoe’s *Robinson Crusoe* are particularly notable for their atmospheric quality and the artist’s skillful rendering of the natural world. Similarly, his depictions of scenes from Bunyan's allegory demonstrate a deep understanding of the text’s moral complexities and its enduring relevance.
Shields’s artistic talents extended beyond the page to encompass the realm of stained glass. His commission to design windows for Coodham Chapel in Kilmarnock, Scotland, marked a high point in his career. This project allowed him to fully realize his vision of blending intricate detail with vibrant color and symbolic imagery. The chapel's windows are not merely decorative; they serve as visual narratives, depicting biblical scenes and allegorical figures within a richly ornamented framework.
The design process for the Coodham Chapel was a collaborative effort, involving architects Herbert Horne and Alfred Waterhouse. Shields’s contribution focused on creating a cohesive visual language that harmonized with the building's Gothic Revival architecture. His stained-glass windows are characterized by their meticulous craftsmanship, luminous colors, and complex symbolism – reflecting his deep religious convictions and his mastery of light and color.
Frederic James Shields’s artistic legacy is one of quiet contemplation and understated beauty. While he may not be as widely celebrated as some of his Pre-Raphaelite contemporaries, his work continues to resonate with viewers today. His meticulous attention to detail, his profound spiritual sensibility, and his masterful use of symbolism have secured his place as a significant figure within the British art scene of the Victorian era.
Shields’s exploration of themes such as faith, morality, and the human condition remains remarkably relevant in the 21st century. His work serves as a reminder of the power of art to illuminate the mysteries of life and to connect us with something larger than ourselves. The echoes of Blake's poetry and the Pre-Raphaelite spirit continue to inform his artistic vision, ensuring that Shields’s legacy will endure for generations to come.
