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Benjamin Blake Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Benjamin Blake 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 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Benjamin Blake · 1757 – 1830

Interior With Figures And Still Life

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life -

Explore Benjamin Blake’s haunting still life painting – a Dutch Golden Age masterpiece featuring poignant birds & dramatic chiaroscuro. Oil on canvas, rich textures, and vanitas themes.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Dead game in a classical landscape

A haunting still life by Benjamin Blake: decaying fish in a dramatic Baroque landscape. Thick impasto & dark tones evoke mortality. Explore this unsettling masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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A Hanging Hare

Admire 'A Hanging Hare' by Benjamin Blake – a captivating 18th-century wildlife painting. Realistic detail & aged aesthetic. Hand-painted reproduction available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Self Portrait

Admire 'Self Portrait' by Benjamin Blake – a captivating 18th-century British painting. Explore its antique charm & introspective style. A unique art investment.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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The Game Larder

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Dead Game Hanging In A Larder

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life With Game

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life -

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Game In A Larder

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Spaniels With Dead Game In A Larder

Admire 'Spaniels With Dead Game In A Larder' by Benjamin Blake – a captivating 18th-century British painting. Explore this evocative scene & its historical context. Hand-painted reproduction available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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The Game Larder -

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life, Game And Hanging Snipe With Goldfish In A Bowl

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Game Herder With Dead Game, An Old Woman Plucking A Partridge And A Boy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life With Fish

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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A Hare, Cock Pheasant And Woodcock, With A Partridge In A Basket

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Game And A Barrel Of Oysters In A Larder; And Game And A Basket Of Eggs In A Larder

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Game In A Larder; And The Day's Bag -

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life

Explore Benjamin Blake’s 'Still Life,' a Dutch Golden Age masterpiece featuring poignant bird arrangements & dramatic chiaroscuro. Oil on canvas – realism meets mortality.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Still Life Of A Hanging Bird, A Jar And A Cabbage

Discover 'Still Life Of A Hanging Bird,' a 18th-century masterpiece by Benjamin Blake. Realistic still life featuring bird, eggs & cabbage. Explore this unique British art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Game In A Larder; And The Day's Bag

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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The Game Larder -

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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The Game Larder -

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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Game In A Larder; And Fish And Game In A Larder

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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The Larder

Explore 'The Larder' by Benjamin Blake – a realistic 18th-century oil painting depicting a rustic butcher’s shop filled with game. Academic realism & genre art, rich textures & colors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 33 artworks by Benjamin Blake
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The artist

Benjamin Blake

1757 – 1830

Quick facts

Died1830
Born1757, United Kingdom
Lifespan73 years
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Top-ranked workInterior With Figures And Still Life
Creative periodsmature period, late medieval

Biography

Benjamin Blake (1757 – 1830): A Visionary Landscape Painter

Benjamin Blake was a British violinist, viola player and composer whose artistic legacy resides primarily in his evocative landscape paintings—particularly those imbued with the spirit of the Scottish Highlands. Born in Hackney, London, on February 22nd, 1757, Blake’s life unfolded against the backdrop of Georgian England, a period marked by burgeoning Romantic sensibilities and an increasing fascination with untamed wilderness. Despite limited formal artistic training initially, Blake possessed an innate talent for observation and representation, skills honed through his musical pursuits—he was taught violin by Antonín Kammel and later by Wilhelm Cramer—which instilled in him a meticulous attention to detail and a profound understanding of tonal harmony that would subsequently translate into his visual art.

Early Life & Musical Training: Blake’s formative years were spent immersed in the musical world, shaping his sensibilities and developing a disciplined approach to artistic creation. His association with orchestras like the Italian Opera orchestra at King's Theatre provided invaluable experience in performance and fostered an appreciation for expressive instrumentation.
Career as Viola Player: Blake gained prominence as a viola player, securing positions at prestigious venues such as the Professional Concert from 1785 to 1793. This role demanded precision and artistry—a characteristic that would define his artistic style.

Blake’s Artistic Style & Influences

Blake's distinctive aesthetic can be characterized by a masterful blend of tonal harmony and meticulous observation. He drew inspiration from the Romantic movement, embracing its emphasis on emotion and imagination—particularly as expressed through depictions of dramatic landscapes. However, Blake’s artistic vision extended beyond mere imitation; he sought to capture not just what he saw but also what he felt—a palpable sense of solitude, grandeur, and spiritual contemplation. His compositions reflected this ethos, mirroring the emotional depth found in his paintings. Notably, Blake's work aligns with the emerging Pre-Raphaelite movement, sharing its commitment to idealized beauty and a rejection of academic conventions. The influence of Caspar David Friedrich—whose monumental landscapes conveyed profound psychological resonance—is evident in Blake’s compositions, particularly his depictions of misty mountains and brooding skies.

Notable Paintings & Achievements

Blake produced approximately 157 paintings during his lifetime, predominantly focused on Scottish Highland scenes. These canvases are renowned for their atmospheric perspective, subtle tonal gradations, and masterful rendering of texture—capturing the rugged beauty of heather-covered hillsides and turbulent lochs with breathtaking accuracy. Among his most celebrated works include “The Shepherd’s Crook,” “Ben Nevis” and “Glen Coe,” each embodying Blake's signature style and conveying a powerful sense of Romantic grandeur. These paintings are held in collections across Britain and internationally, cementing Blake’s place as one of the foremost landscape painters of his era.

Legacy & Historical Significance

Benjamin Blake died in London on August 18th, 1830, leaving behind a body of work that continues to inspire admiration for its artistic integrity and emotional depth. His paintings stand as testament to the Romantic spirit—a yearning for communion with nature and an exploration of profound psychological themes. Blake’s contribution to British art history is undeniable; he championed a uniquely expressive style that anticipated many of the innovations characteristic of subsequent generations of painters, securing his place among the giants of Victorian landscape painting. His enduring influence can be seen in the works of artists who followed him, demonstrating the lasting impact of his artistic vision.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see all artworks by Benjamin Blake?

Every work by Benjamin Blake on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

How did Benjamin Blake's art evolve over time?

A chronological account of Benjamin Blake's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.

Where can I see Benjamin Blake's artworks arranged by atmosphere?

Benjamin Blake's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 18, 2026

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