Benjamin Nelson

1874 - 1922

Factsheet

  • Lifespan: 48 years
  • Born: 1874
  • Museums on this site: National Portrait Gallery
  • Art period: Modern
  • Died: 1922

The Life and Work of Benjamin Nelson

Benjamin Nelson was a painter who lived from 1874 to 1922. His artistic legacy is preserved through specific portraiture, most notably his 1910 oil painting titled Charles Holden. This work is held within the collection of the National Portrait Gallery, London.

The historical record of his output includes:

Questions & Answers

Where can I see the color profile of Benjamin Nelson's work?

Benjamin Nelson's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.

How many artworks by Benjamin Nelson are available to browse?

You can browse 1 artwork by Benjamin Nelson on the All Artworks page.

Can I browse Benjamin Nelson's works by movement?

The movements Benjamin Nelson worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.

Where can I see Benjamin Nelson's artworks in chronological order?

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

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