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William Mactaggart Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by William Mactaggart our visitors look at most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide William Mactaggart · 1903 – 1981

Poppies Against The Night Sky – William Mactaggart

Experience William Mactaggart’s ‘Poppies Against The Night Sky,’ a vibrant Expressionist still life brimming with impasto texture & passionate color. A captivating floral arrangement, rich in emotion and visual intensity.

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Art Movement: Expressionism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Still Life Of Flowers In A White Jug

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Reflections by William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Telemark, Norway, Revisited

Art Movement: Abstract Expressionism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Studio Table

Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Poppies – William Mactaggart

Explore William Mactaggart’s ‘Poppies’! Vibrant oil painting showcasing Fauvist color & expressive brushwork. A textured, emotive still life – a unique piece!

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Art Movement: Expressionism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Poppies Against A Night Sky

Explore William Mactaggart’s ‘Poppies Against A Night Sky’! Vibrant oil painting showcasing Fauvist color & expressive brushwork. A textured, emotive landscape capturing beauty and remembrance.

Art Movement: Fauvism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Storm Cloud – William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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William Mactaggart: Frosty Sunset, Humbie, East Lothian

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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William Mactaggart: Autumn Leaves

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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The Gay Bouquet

Explore William Mactaggart’s ‘The Gay Bouquet,’ a vibrant oil painting showcasing expressive post-impressionism & floral beauty. Discover its rich colors, impasto texture & symbolic depth.

Art Movement: Post-Impressionism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Cornfields

Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Deserted Port

Discover "Deserted Port" by William Mactaggart – a captivating impressionistic landscape of a serene, abandoned coastal village. Vibrant colors & evocative brushwork. Own a piece of Scottish art!

Art Movement: Impressionism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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The Bass Rock

Experience 'The Bass Rock' by William Mactaggart – a vibrant impressionist landscape capturing coastal beauty. Hand-painted reproduction of this evocative artwork, perfect for art collectors.

Art Movement: Impressionism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Still Life, William Mactaggart

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Dragør 11 by William Mactaggart

Explore 'Dragør 11' by William MacTaggart – a textured, atmospheric landscape painting evoking moody Scottish forests. Impressionistic brushwork & rich blues capture nature’s drama.

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Art Movement: Post-Impressionism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Roses - – William Mactaggart

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Nocturne

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Near Tyninghame

Explore William Mactaggart’s ‘Near Tyninghame,’ a vibrant oil painting of rural Scotland. Experience its expressive brushwork & dramatic style – a captivating Expressionist landscape.

Art Movement: Expressionism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Crossing The North Sea, William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Fields At Pontarme, William Mactaggart

Explore William Mactaggart’s "Fields at Pontarme," an impressionistic landscape of golden wheat & a stone house. Discover its dramatic light, rich textures & rural beauty.

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Art Movement: Impressionism
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Across The Bay – William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Crozier – William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Flowers In A Vase -, William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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Flower Piece – William Mactaggart

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 80 artworks by William Mactaggart
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The artist

William Mactaggart

1903 – 1981

Quick facts

Art periodModern
Copyright statusUnder copyright
Works on APS80
Also known asSir William MacTaggart, William MacTaggart II, William, II MacTaggart, William McTaggart, Sir Mactaggart
Movementsimpressionism
Museums on APSArt Gallery of New South Wales, Scottish National Gallery
Lifespan78 years
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic

Biography

A Legacy of Light and Landscape

Sir William MacTaggart stands as a profound figure in the lineage of Scottish painting, a master whose brush captured the very essence of the natural world. Born in Leven, United Kingdom, he carried within him a deep-seated connection to the land, often referred to as William MacTaggart the Younger to distinguish his remarkable career from that of his grandfather. His artistic journey was deeply rooted in the traditions of his homeland, yet it possessed an expansive, international spirit that allowed him to translate the atmospheres of East Lothian, France, and Norway onto the canvas with unparalleled sensitivity.

His formative years at the Edinburgh College of Art were instrumental in shaping his vision. It was during this period that he forged connections with a group of talented peers who would eventually form the core of the Edinburgh School. Influenced heavily by the work of William Crozier, MacTarggatt developed a style that balanced structural integrity with an emotive, almost atmospheric fluidity. His travels to the south of France, undertaken partly for his health, provided him with a new palette of light and color, enriching his repertoire and allowing him to explore the interplay of sun and shadow in ways that would define much of his later work.

Mastery of Color and Form

The technique of MacTaggart is characterized by an expressive use of paint, where texture and movement serve to evoke the raw drama of nature. Whether he was depicting the vibrant, Fauvist energy of Poppies or the moody, impressionistic depths of a forest in Dragør 11, his work remains deeply tactile. He possessed a unique ability to use rich blues and textured brushwork to capture the shifting moods of the landscape, making the environment feel alive and breathing beneath the viewer's gaze.

His artistic development saw him move through various stylistic nuances, from the structured landscapes of his early years to more atmospheric and emotive compositions. This versatility allowed him to command respect across different artistic circles, including:

The Society of Eight, a group that included notable figures such as Cadell and Peploe.
The Royal Scottish Academy, where he served as President from 1959 to 1969.
The Society of Scottish Artists, serving as its president in the mid-1930s.

A Distinguished Career and Lasting Impact

Beyond his individual canvases, MacTaggart’s influence extended into the very institutions that sustain the art world. His leadership roles within the Royal Scottish Academy and his election as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh underscore his significance to the British art establishment. Knighted in 1962, he was recognized not only for his technical prowess but for his dedication to the advancement of Scottish art on the global stage.

His life was one of profound connection—to his family, to his fellow artists, and most importantly, to the landscapes he loved. Through his marriage to Fanny Margaretha Basilier Aavatsmark, a Norwegian, his world continued to expand, mirroring the breadth of his subject matter. Today, his works remain vital touchstones of Scottish modernism, offering a window into a world where light, color, and nature converge in a timeless, painterly embrace.

Questions & Answers

Can I explore William Mactaggart's works by color spectrum?

The Spectral Index of William Mactaggart is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.

What are the birth city and country of William Mactaggart?

William Mactaggart was born in Loanhead, in United Kingdom.

How many artworks by William Mactaggart are available to browse?

You can browse 80 artworks by William Mactaggart on the All Artworks page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

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