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Julian Ashton Most Popular Paintings

The 20 artworks by Julian Ashton 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 · 20 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Julian Ashton · 1851 – 1942

The prospector

1889 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 213 x 117 cm

Julian Ashton's 'The Prospector' captures a solitary figure’s dedication to gold panning in a rugged landscape. This oil painting showcases realism and evokes themes of perseverance and the American West.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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The Reverend Canon Boyce

1917 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 103.1 x 74.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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The coral necklet

1901 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 93.8 x 70.3cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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A quiet cup of tea

1876 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne · original 22.6 x 17.7cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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The Hon. Henry Gullett MLC

1905 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 93.7 x 69.2cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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My mother

1883 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 61.3 x 51.2cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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A woman seated in a tree

1888 · Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide · original 25.7 x 17.6cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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By the fireside

1876 · National Gallery of Australia, Canberra · original 22.5 x 17.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Evening, Merri Creek

1882 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 91.5 x 122.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Bathers

1914 · National Gallery of Australia, Canberra · original 76.2 x 64.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Spring (Miss Helen Willis)

1889 · National Gallery of Australia, Canberra · original 94.2 x 59.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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A waterhole on the Hawkesbury River

1885 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 59.0 x 95.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Tamarama Beach, forty years ago, a summer morning

1899 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 99 x 59 cm

Capture the serene spirit of Australian Impressionism with Julian Ashton's 1899 beach scene; explore this luminous plein air masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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The wave

1901 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Study of Alice Muskett

1893 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Portrait of Louis Buvelot 1880

1880

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Aboriginal family group

1886 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 38.0 x 25.3cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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Morning mist on the creek

1925 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne · original 91.5 x 70.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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A solitary ramble

1888 · Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney · original 35.5 x 25.7cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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A Sydney wharf

1895 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne · original 13.1 x 34.4cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 21 artworks by Julian Ashton
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The artist

Julian Ashton

1851 – 1942

Quick facts

Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Typical colorsespresso, phthalo green
Top 3 worksThe prospector, The Reverend Canon Boyce, The coral necklet
Died1942
Copyright statusPublic domain
Museums on APSNational Gallery of Australia, Art Gallery of New South Wales, National Gallery of Victoria, Art Gallery of South Australia
Also known asJulian R. Ashton, Julian Rossi Ashton, جوليان أشتون, ジュリアン・アシュトン, Эштон Джулиан

Biography

Julian Ashton: Life & Legacy

Early Life and Education

Born: January 27, 1851, in Addlestone, Surrey, United Kingdom.
Ashton’s father, Thomas Briggs Ashton, was an American amateur painter, and his mother, Henrietta, was the daughter of Count Carlo Rossi, a Sardinian diplomat.
The family moved to Penzance, Cornwall, shortly after Julian's birth, then to Totnes, Devon, following his father’s death in 1864.
He began working in an engineer’s office at age 15, dedicating his leisure time to painting and studying at the West London School of Art for three years.
Further studies took him to the Académie Julian in Paris, where he honed his skills and began illustrating books.

Artistic Development & Influences

Early Style: Ashton initially found success as a painter exhibiting at the Royal Academy of Arts.
Barbizon School Influence: He was deeply influenced by the contemporary French realism of the Barbizon school, which emphasized painting en plein air (directly from nature).
This approach laid the foundation for his later embrace of Impressionistic principles.
In 1878, Ashton emigrated to Melbourne under contract with David Syme’s Illustrated Australian News before relocating to Sydney.

Founding the Julian Ashton Art School

A Pivotal Institution: In 1889, Ashton founded the Julian Ashton Art School in Sydney, which became a cornerstone of Australian art education.
The school played a crucial role in fostering a new generation of Australian artists and promoting local artistic identity.
Encouraging En Plein Air: He actively encouraged his students to capture the unique light and landscapes of Australia directly from nature.

Championing the Heidelberg School

Key Advocate: Ashton was a principal organizer of the 1898 exhibition of Australian art in London, the first major international showcase of Australian artistic talent.
As a trustee of the Art Gallery of New South Wales, he championed emerging artists associated with the Heidelberg School, also known as Australian Impressionism.
His influence was instrumental in securing the gallery’s collection of works by these pioneering artists.

Major Works & Artistic Style

Notable Paintings: Some of his well-known paintings include Evening, Merri Creek (1882), A Solitary Ramble (1888), and Tamarama Beach, forty years ago, a summer morning.
Style Characteristics: Ashton’s work is characterized by its realistic depiction of Australian landscapes and scenes, often rendered with a subtle Impressionistic touch.
He skillfully captured the unique light and atmosphere of the Australian environment.

Legacy & Historical Significance

Lasting Impact: Julian Ashton died on April 27, 1942, leaving behind a significant legacy as an artist, teacher, and advocate for Australian art.
His influence extended far beyond his own paintings, shaping the course of Australian art history through his teaching and promotion of local talent.
A Pioneer of Australian Identity: He played a vital role in establishing a distinctively Australian artistic identity, independent from European traditions.

Questions & Answers

Can I sort Julian Ashton's artworks by color?

The Spectral Index page organizes Julian Ashton's artworks by color.

What other names is Julian Ashton known by?

Julian Ashton is also known as Julian R. Ashton, Julian Rossi Ashton, جوليان أشتون, ジュリアン・アシュトン, Эштон Джулиан.

Which artworks by Julian Ashton are the most viewed?

Statistics about Julian Ashton's works are available on the artist's Stats page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

Collector's quiz

Julian Ashton is best known for founding which influential art institution in Sydney?
Ashton significantly encouraged Australian painters to adopt what painting technique, greatly influencing the Heidelberg School?
What was a key achievement for Ashton in terms of promoting Australian art internationally?
From which earlier artistic movement did Ashton draw inspiration, emphasizing painting directly from nature?
Before becoming a prominent artist and teacher, what was one of Ashton's early professions?

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