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Thomas Murray Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Thomas Murray 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 Thomas Murray · 1663 – 1734

William Dampier (1698) by Thomas Murray

1698 · National Portrait Gallery, London · original 75 x 63 cm

1698 portrait of William Dampier by Thomas Murray. A classical Dutch Golden Age bust in rich browns & creams, showcasing realistic detail & dramatic lighting. Explore this 75x63cm oil on canvas.

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Art Movement: Dutch Golden Age
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Murray, John Benbow (1653–1702), Sir Ralph Delavalle (c.1645–1707), and Thomas Phillips (c.1635–1693) (1693)

1693 · National Maritime Museum, London · original 152 x 193 cm

Admire 'John Benbow' by Thomas Murray (1693). A Dutch Golden Age portrait of three aristocratic men seated before a dramatic seascape & globe. Rich colors, masterful realism – a stunning piece.

View the most popular artwork of Thomas Murray ranked #2: John Benbow (1653–1702), Sir Ralph Delavalle (c.1645–1707), and Thomas Phillips (c.1635–1693)

Art Movement: Dutch Golden Age
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1051193 × 152 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of an Unknown Man in a Blue Cloak by Thomas Murray

1702 · National Trust, Йорк · original 127 x 102 cm

Admire 'Portrait of an Unknown Man in a Blue Cloak' (1702) by Thomas Murray – a stunning Baroque oil painting showcasing meticulous detail & classical elegance. Explore this captivating 18th-century portrait.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Lady Mary Booth (1704–1772), Later Countess of Stamford – Thomas Murray

1717 · National Trust, Bodmin · original 76 x 64 cm

Admire Thomas Murray’s 1717 portrait of Lady Mary Booth, a stunning Rococo example showcasing elegance & wealth. Explore this exquisite piece of Scottish art history.

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Art Movement: Rococo
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Murray: Sir John Vanbrugh

1718 · original 90 x 70 cm

Admire Thomas Murray’s 1718 portrait of Sir John Vanbrugh – a Baroque masterpiece! Rich velvet, gold embroidery & dramatic lighting capture this affluent gentleman's status. Oil on canvas.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Sir Hugh Clopton (1671–1751) by Thomas Murray

1724 · Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, Avon · original 97 x 85 cm

1724 portrait of Sir Hugh Clopton by Thomas Murray. Baroque style, rich detail & opulent attire. Explore this stunning 18th-century English artwork.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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John Radcliffe (1652–1714), Physician (after Godfrey Kneller) – Thomas Murray

1731 · st Bartholomew’s Hospital Museum And Archive, Лондон · original 120 x 95 cm

Admire 'John Radcliffe,' a refined 1731 portrait by Thomas Murray, showcasing Baroque elegance & skill. A captivating glimpse into 18th-century British society.

View the most popular artwork of Thomas Murray ranked #7: John Radcliffe (1652–1714), Physician (after Godfrey Kneller)

Art Movement: Baroque

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$48295 × 120 cm Commission at original size

John Flamsteed (1646–1719) by Thomas Murray

1680 · The Royal Society, London · original 91 x 78 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Henry Bradshaigh (1685)

1685 · Wigan Arts And Heritage Service, Wigan · original 125 x 100 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$514100 × 125 cm Commission at original size

Edmond Halley (1656–1742) (1690)

1690 · The Royal Society, London · original 77 x 64 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$29364 × 77 cm Commission at original size

Edward Russell, Earl of Orford (1652–1727), Captain John Benbow (1653–1702), and Admiral Ralph Delavall (c.1645–1707), 1693, Thomas Murray

1693 · Government Art Collection, London · original 152 x 194 cm

View the most popular artwork of Thomas Murray ranked #11: Edward Russell, Earl of Orford (1652–1727), Captain John Benbow (1653–1702), and Admiral Ralph Delavall (c.1645–1707)

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1005194 × 152 cm Commission at original size

Philippa (1314 –1369), Queen Consort of Edward III

1710 · The Queen's College, Oxford · original 241 x 150 cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1197150 × 241 cm Commission at original size

Isaac Newton (1642–1725), Fellow, Natural Philosopher and Mathematician, Thomas Murray

1718 · original 125 x 100 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Murray: King George I (1660–1727)

1722 · Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, York · original 235 x 140 cm

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1103140 × 235 cm Commission at original size

Robert Eglesfield (c.1295–1349), Founder of the College by Thomas Murray, 1723

1723 · The Queen's College, Oxford · original 242 x 152 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Murray, Sir Hans Sloane (1660–1753) (1725)

1725 · original 125 x 99 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$51099 × 125 cm Commission at original size

King William III by Thomas Murray

National Portrait Gallery, London · original 243.5 x 151.8cm

This grand Baroque portrait of King William III by Thomas Murray exudes royal majesty. Discover this masterpiece of 17th-century art today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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William Lancaster (1650–1717), Provost (1704–1717) (copy) – Thomas Murray

The Queen's College, Oxford · original 126 x 102 cm

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Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Edmond Halley (1656–1742)

Bodleian Libraries, Oxford · original 127 x 102 cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Colonel Greville (or Neville)

st John's College, Oxford · original 74 x 61 cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Murray: William Wake (1657–1737), Archbishop of Canterbury

original 76 x 61 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$28461 × 76 cm Commission at original size

William Lancaster (1650–1717), Provost (1704–1717)

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

Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Howard (1585–1646), 14th Earl of Arundel – Thomas Murray

The Royal Society, London · original 76 x 64 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Thomas Tevor (1658–1750), 1st Lord Trevor by Thomas Murray

original 37 x 28 cm

View the most popular artwork of Thomas Murray ranked #24: Thomas Tevor (1658–1750), 1st Lord Trevor

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Queen Anne (1665–1714), Thomas Murray

The Royal Hospital Chelsea, London · original 240 x 148 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 26 artworks by Thomas Murray
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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The artist

Thomas Murray

1663 – 1734

Quick facts

Movementsbaroque
Top-ranked workWilliam Dampier
Museums on APSNational Portrait Gallery, National Maritime Museum, Government Art Collection, Bodleian Libraries, The Royal Hospital Chelsea
Lifespan71 years
Works on APS26
Color intensitymonochromatic
Art periodEarly Modern
Also known asMurrey

Biography

Early Life and Apprenticeship

Thomas Murray, born in Scotland in 1663, emerged during a period of significant artistic transition. While details surrounding his early upbringing remain somewhat elusive, it is known that he initially received instruction from a member of the esteemed De Critz family—a lineage renowned for their limner work and heraldic painting. This foundational training likely instilled in Murray a meticulous attention to detail and an appreciation for refined technique. However, recognizing the burgeoning demand for portraiture, his artistic path soon led him to London and the studio of John Riley, arguably the most successful portraitist of the late 17th century England. Riley’s workshop was a hub of activity, catering to the aristocracy and gentry, and Murray quickly absorbed the prevailing style—a focus on capturing likeness with an emphasis on facial features, often leaving the broader composition and background details to assistants. This division of labor was common at the time, but it shaped Murray's early career trajectory.

A Flourishing Portrait Practice

Following Riley’s death in 1691, Murray inherited not only his studio space but also a substantial clientele. He rapidly established himself as a prominent portrait painter, becoming highly sought after by noble patrons and individuals of standing. The early years of the 18th century saw him consistently engaged in commissions, painting members of Parliament, military figures, and other influential personalities. His style, while initially derivative of Riley’s, gradually developed its own distinct character—a refined elegance coupled with a remarkable ability to convey personality through subtle nuances of expression. Murray's success wasn’t solely attributable to his artistic skill; he cultivated a reputation for being courteous, diligent, and attentive to the needs of his sitters, fostering strong relationships that secured repeat business and valuable referrals.

Royal Commissions and Artistic Recognition

A pivotal moment in Murray’s career arrived in 1703 when he received the prestigious commission to paint Queen Anne for the Society of the Middle Temple. This portrait, a testament to his growing reputation, solidified his position among the leading artists of the day. The work exemplifies his mastery of capturing regal bearing and dignified composure. Beyond this significant royal commission, Murray continued to receive commissions from prominent figures, including William Dampier, the renowned explorer, whose portrait showcases his ability to depict character and experience. He was a prolific artist, producing numerous portraits that now grace both public institutions and private collections.

The Uffizi Self-Portrait and Later Life

In 1708, Murray embarked on a journey to Italy, a common practice for aspiring artists seeking inspiration from the Old Masters. During his visit to Florence, he contributed a self-portrait to the esteemed Uffizi Gallery—a gesture that underscored his ambition and desire for recognition within the broader European art world. This portrait, like many of his others, was subsequently engraved, further disseminating his image and style. Despite achieving considerable financial success – it is reported he left £40,000 upon his death in 1734—Murray’s later life was marked by a degree of irony. He had reportedly complained of poverty throughout his career, yet amassed a substantial fortune through shrewd investments alongside his painting practice. His will stipulated the erection of a monument with a bust in Westminster Abbey, but only if it did not prove too costly. Ultimately, his nephew deemed the cost prohibitive and instead buried him in St. Paul’s, Covent Garden, leaving the grand memorial unrealized.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Thomas Murray occupies a fascinating position within the history of British portraiture. He was not an innovator in the same vein as Van Dyck or Reynolds, but he was a highly skilled craftsman who successfully catered to the tastes of his era. His portraits offer valuable insights into the social and political landscape of early 18th-century England, capturing the likenesses of individuals who shaped the nation’s destiny. While often described as a “face painter,” relying on assistants for broader compositional elements, Murray's ability to imbue his sitters with personality and dignity remains undeniable. His work serves as a compelling reminder of the importance of portraiture in documenting history and preserving the memory of those who came before. His contribution lies not in revolutionizing artistic technique but in consistently delivering high-quality portraits that met the demands of a discerning clientele, securing his place as one of Scotland’s most successful portrait painters.

Questions & Answers

Where are Thomas Murray's artworks grouped by technique?

To find all works by Thomas Murray in a given medium, use the artist's All Medium page.

Where can I see the color profile of Thomas Murray's work?

The Palette Genome of Thomas Murray is a page that presents the color profile of the artist's body of work.

How can I follow Thomas Murray's work year by year?

Thomas Murray's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 21, 2026

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