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Robert Edward Morrison Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison 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 Robert Edward Morrison · 1851 – 1924

Alderman Sir William Bower Forwood (1840–1928) – catalogue record by Robert Edward Morrison

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1919 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 92 x 72 cm

Admire Robert Morrison’s 1919 portrait of Alderman Forwood – a striking realist depiction in warm reds & browns. Explore this academic masterpiece, showcasing military status & rich impasto detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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James Eckersley Reynolds (1831 1832–1895) by Robert Edward Morrison

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1891 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 125 x 105 cm

Explore Robert Edward Morrison’s 1891 portrait of James Eckersley Reynolds – a dignified realist depiction in oil paint. Discover its quiet contemplation & formal style.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Colonel W. Hall Walker (1856–1933), 1897, Robert Edward Morrison

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1897 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 72 x 56 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Portrait of a Man with a White Beard by Robert Edward Morrison

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1920 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 71 x 61 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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The Right Honourable Sir Thomas Hughes (1838–1923) by Robert Edward Morrison

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1897 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 127 x 102 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Sir David Radcliffe (1834–1907) by Robert Edward Morrison, 1890

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1890 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 92 x 71 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Richard Caton (1842–1926) (1902)

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1902 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 131 x 96 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Sir James Allanson Picton (1805–1889) – catalogue record by Robert Edward Morrison

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1889 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 127 x 102 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Reverend John Watson (1850–1907) by Robert Edward Morrison, 1905

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1905 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 143 x 98 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Alderman Edward Russell Taylor (1864–1939) by Robert Edward Morrison

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1921 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 126 x 84 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Sir Thomas Hughes (1838–1923) – catalogue record by Robert Edward Morrison

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1907 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 142 x 109 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Alexander Stewart by Robert Edward Morrison, 1893

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1893 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 223 x 153 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Sir John Meadows Frost (1856–1935), Mayor of Chester (1913–1918) (1918)

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1918 · Chester Town Hall, Chester · original 138 x 100 cm

Admire Robert Morrison’s 1918 portrait of Chester Mayor Frost! A formal oil painting showcasing power & tradition through rich detail, linear design, and dramatic lighting. #art #portrait #historicalart

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Alderman J. G. Livingston (1819–1901), 1893, Robert Edward Morrison

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1893 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 128 x 103 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Life Study, Head and Shoulders of a Man – catalogue record by Robert Edward Morrison

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1880 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 22 x 20 cm

Robert Edward Morrison’s "Life Study" showcases a striking nude portrait in rich detail. Explore this 1880 oil painting's realism, dramatic lighting & masterful musculature. A captivating piece of Canadian art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Life Study, Head and Shoulders of a Woman by Robert Edward Morrison, 1880

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1880 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 22 x 20 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Thomas Hodge Grose (1845–1906), Fellow (1870) – catalogue record by Robert Edward Morrison

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1903 · The Queen's College, Oxford · original 125 x 100 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Sir Hall Caine (1853–1931)

Manx Museum, Douglas · original 90 x 70 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Sir William Ascroft, Robert Edward Morrison

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Harris Museum - Art Gallery, Preston · original 92 x 72 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Edward Bousfield Dawson (1830–1916), Robert Edward Morrison

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1914 · The Shire Hall, Lancaster · original 127 x 102 cm

Discover 'Edward Bousfield Dawson' by Robert Edward Morrison (1914). A dignified oil portrait of an elderly gentleman in a realistic style. Explore this evocative piece, perfect for art collectors.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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John Fell, JP, DL by Robert Edward Morrison, 1903

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1903 · The Shire Hall, Lancaster · original 127 x 102 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Cuthbert Brown (brother of Reverend S. F. Leadley Brown), Robert Edward Morrison

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1890 · Manx Museum, Douglas · original 44 x 34 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Dalrymple Maitland (1848–1919), Speaker of the House of Keys (1909–1919) by Robert Edward Morrison

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Tynwald, Douglas · original 76 x 55 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Edwin Hodge Banks, Esq. (1847–1917) by Robert Edward Morrison

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1902 · original 125 x 100 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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Arthur William Moore (1853–1909), Speaker of the House of Keys (1898–1909) – catalogue record by Robert Edward Morrison

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Tynwald, Douglas · original 76 x 55 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 55 artworks by Robert Edward Morrison
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The artist

Robert Edward Morrison

1851 – 1924

Quick facts

Also known asR.E. Morrison
Movementscontemporary realism
Copyright statusPublic domain
Typical colorsphthalo green, espresso
Top 3 worksAlderman Sir William Bower Forwood (1840–1928), James Eckersley Reynolds (1831 1832–1895), Colonel W. Hall Walker (1856–1933)
Works on APS55
Creative periodsmature period
Died1924

Biography

A Life Dedicated to Realism: The World of Robert Edward Morrison

Robert Edward Morrison, born in 1851, was a Canadian artist whose career unfolded during a period of significant change and artistic development. While biographical details remain somewhat sparse, the legacy he left through his meticulously rendered portraits and evocative landscapes speaks volumes about his dedication to realism and mastery of light. His early life, rooted in Peel and Douglas before relocating to Liverpool around 1870, undoubtedly shaped his artistic sensibilities. This period saw a burgeoning interest in capturing the world with accuracy and detail—a trend Morrison wholeheartedly embraced. He wasn’t merely documenting appearances; he was striving for an emotional resonance within each brushstroke, a quality that would become a hallmark of his work.

The Portraitist's Eye: Capturing Character and Status

Morrison quickly established himself as a sought-after portrait painter, particularly amongst the influential figures of his time. His portraits weren’t simply likenesses; they were insightful studies of character, often revealing subtle nuances of personality and social standing. Works like “Edward Bousfield Dawson” (1914) exemplify this talent—a dignified depiction rendered with a realistic style that invites contemplation. The subject's age is conveyed not just through physical features but also through the careful rendering of texture and expression. Similarly, his 1919 portrait of Alderman Sir William Bower Forwood showcases an academic mastery of impasto technique, highlighting the sitter’s military status and conveying a sense of authority. These weren’t commissions merely to record faces; they were statements about power, influence, and societal position. Morrison understood the language of visual symbolism—the clothing, posture, and background details all contributed to a narrative beyond the individual subject.

Beyond Likeness: Exploring Life Studies and Artistic Technique

While celebrated for his formal portraits, Morrison’s “Life Study, Head and Shoulders of a Man” (1880) offers a glimpse into his broader artistic exploration. This nude portrait is remarkable for its rich detail, dramatic lighting, and masterful depiction of musculature. It reveals a deep understanding of anatomy and form, suggesting a rigorous academic training. The painting isn’t simply an exercise in technical skill; it's a captivating study of the human body, imbued with a sense of vulnerability and strength. This work demonstrates Morrison’s ability to move beyond commissioned pieces and explore subjects driven by artistic curiosity. His technique consistently prioritized realism—a careful observation of light and shadow, precise rendering of textures, and an unwavering commitment to capturing the essence of his subject matter.

Historical Context and Enduring Legacy

Robert Edward Morrison worked within a Victorian art landscape that valued both technical skill and narrative power. He was part of a generation of artists who sought to bridge the gap between academic tradition and emerging modern sensibilities. His work reflects the social and political climate of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, documenting the lives of prominent individuals and offering insights into the values of the era. Although not as widely recognized today as some of his contemporaries, Morrison’s paintings continue to captivate viewers with their detailed realism and emotional depth. His work serves as a testament to the enduring power of portraiture—the ability to capture not just an image but also a sense of time, place, and personality.

Born: 1851
Died: 1924
Known for: Detailed realism, mastery of light in portraits and landscapes.
Influences: Academic tradition, Victorian portraiture, a commitment to capturing the essence of his subjects.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see Robert Edward Morrison's artworks arranged by atmosphere?

The Mood Room of Robert Edward Morrison is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.

Where can I see the color profile of Robert Edward Morrison's work?

The color profile of Robert Edward Morrison's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

In which historical period did Robert Edward Morrison work?

Robert Edward Morrison worked in the 19th-Century period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

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

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