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List of 36 Famous Pre-raphaelite Painters (Ranked)

Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1828–1882) is the most famous Pre-raphaelite painter in this list; notable works include The Girlhood of Mary Virgin and Ecce Ancilla Domini! (also known as The Anunciation). Ranks 2 to 5: John William Waterhouse, John Everett Millais, Edward Burne-Jones and William Holman Hunt. The list records 36 painters born between 1812 (William Fox) and 1891 (Stanley Spencer) in 5 countries.

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Method. Scope: artists whose works the encyclopedia records under Pre-raphaelite. Ranking: the encyclopedia's fame ranking of artists. Artists born after 1955 without a Wikidata identifier are excluded pending verification. Wikipedia: number of the encyclopedia's 32 languages with an article on the artist.

  1. The Girlhood of Mary Virgin by Dante Gabriel Rossetti1Dante Gabriel Rossetti
  2. The Lady of Shalott by John William Waterhouse2John William Waterhouse
  3. Christ in the House of His Parents (`The Carpenter by John Everett Millais3John Everett Millais

Summary

Pre-raphaelite: summary

  • 36Artists
  • 1812–1891Years of birth
  • 5Countries of birth
  • 4Women
  • 4,024Works in our catalogue
Cities with most births
London (12), Paris (2), Rome (1), Southampton (1)
Museums holding the most key works
Manchester Art Gallery (5), Tate Britain (5), Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (4), Tate Gallery (3)
The women of this list
Evelyn De Morgan, Elizabeth Siddal, Sophie Gengembre Anderson, Marie Spartali Stillman

Entries

Ranked entries: 36 Pre-raphaelite Painters

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Dante Gabriel Rossetti 1828–1882

English Born: London Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, Symbolism Wikipedia: 31/32 languages

Dante Gabriel Rossetti

This later phase drew heavily from the later Italian Renaissance, trading early clarity for a sense of saturated, heavy texture. His aesthetic was inseparable from the women he loved and the models he employed, most notably Elizabeth Siddal, Fanny Cornforth, and Jane Morris.

Collections The Tate Gallery holds the largest concentration of his work, with 16 pieces available for study.

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John William Waterhouse 1849–1917

British (English) Born: Rome Pre-Raphaelite, Romanticism, Symbolism Wikipedia: 29/32 languages

John William Waterhouse

Waterhouse worked primarily in oils, crafting canvases that favored a Romantic sensibility. He was named an Associate of the Royal Academy in 1885, a distinction that preceded his election as a full Academician in 1895.

Collections The physical presence of Waterhouse's canvases can be found within several major art museums and galleries across the United Kingdom and beyond.

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John Everett Millais 1829–1896

British Born: Southampton Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood Wikipedia: 28/32 languages

John Everett Millais

After a time spent in Perth, he eventually returned to London in 1861. The ripples of his influence moved through the decades, reaching far beyond the initial stirrings of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.

Collections In London, the Tate Britain holds ten of his paintings, offering a significant window into the evolution of his hand.

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Edward Burne-Jones 1833–1898

British Born: Birmingham ['Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood', 'Aestheticism', 'Symbolism', 'Arts and Crafts'] Wikipedia: 27/32 languages

Edward Burne-Jones

His path led him to an apprenticeship under Dante Gabriel Rossetti, a move that anchored him within the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Through his partnership with Morris & Co., he helped bring a renewed focus to traditional crafts, moving art away from the canvas and into the textures of daily life.

Collections To see his hand in person, one might start in Walthamstow at the William Morris Gallery, which holds nine of his works.

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William Holman Hunt 1827–1910

British Born: London Pre-Raphaelitism Wikipedia: 28/32 languages

William Holman Hunt

William Holman Hunt, born in Cheapside, London on April 2, 1827, was more than simply a painter; he was a philosophical and spiritual seeker who translated his deepest convictions onto canvas. His dedication was recognized with appointment to the Order of Merit by King Edward VII that same year.

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Ford Madox Brown 1821–1893

British Born: Calais Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 22/32 languages

Ford Madox Brown

Though never formally a member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, Ford Madox Brown exerted a significant influence on its development and shared many of its core tenets. His influence extended beyond his immediate circle, inspiring artists like Thomas Benjamin Kennington, whose work The Pinch of Poverty echoes the social realism found in Brown’s paintings.

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John Collier 1850–1934

British Born: London Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 20/32 languages

John Collier

Formal Studies: Collier studied painting at the Munich Academy starting in 1875, honing his skills under established masters. Recognition and Awards: Collier was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1920.

Student of Edward Poynter #10

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Frank Bernard Dicksee 1853–1928

British Born: London Victorian painting; Pre-Raphaelite influences Wikipedia: 15/32 languages

Frank Bernard Dicksee

Sir Francis Bernard Dicksee, known affectionately to many as Frank, stands as a luminous figure in the tapestry of Victorian art history. His paintings, now housed in prestigious institutions such as the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and the Haslemere Educational Museum, serve as enduring monuments to a vanished age of craftsmanship.

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Joseph Noel Paton 1821–1901

Scottish Born: Dunfermline Pre-Raphaelite influences Wikipedia: 14/32 languages

Joseph Noel Paton

Born in the textile town of Dunfermline, Scotland, on December 13, 1821, Sir Joseph Noel Paton emerged as a unique voice within the Victorian art world. Two years later, he was knighted, a testament to his significant contributions to the arts and Scottish culture.

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John Edward Brett 1830–1902

British Pre-Raphaelite art

John Edward Brett

John Edward Brett (1830-1902) stands as a pivotal figure in British Pre-Raphaelite art, distinguished by his unwavering dedication to meticulous observation and artistic representation of the natural world. His meticulous depictions of landscapes resonated deeply with Victorian audiences, fostering an appreciation for geological science and bolstering the Pre-Raphaelite movement’s commitment to portraying nature truthfully.

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Sophie Gengembre Anderson 1823–1903

British Born: Paris Victorian Painting Wikipedia: 17/32 languages

Sophie Gengembre Anderson

Circumstances compelled the Gengembre family to relocate to Cincinnati, Ohio, escaping the turbulent political climate of 1848. Whether it is the delicate focus of Young Girl Fixing Her Hair or the melancholic beauty found in Autumn, Anderson utilized muted tones and floral motifs to evoke a sense of romanticism and quiet introspection.

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William Fox 1812–1893

Scottish Born: South Shields Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 12/32 languages

William Fox

His early training in Edinburgh provided a solid foundation, but it was his move to London in 1837 that truly ignited his artistic ambitions, coinciding with his marriage to Letitia Margery Norquoy. William Bell Scott’s historical significance lies not only in his pioneering depictions of the Industrial Revolution but also in his role as a bridge between Romanticism, Pre-Raphaelitism, and the evolving artistic landscape of Victorian Britain.

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Stanley Spencer 1891–1959

British Born: Cookham Pre-Raphaelite, Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 11/32 languages

Stanley Spencer

The eighth surviving child of William and Anna Caroline Spencer, young Stanley’s early education was unconventional, guided by his sisters Annie and Florence at home before he ventured to the Slade School of Fine Art in London from 1908 to 1912 under the tutelage of Henry Tonks. The frankness with which he explored sexuality in works like Love Among the Nations (1935) and his nude portraits of his second wife, Patricia Preece, scandalized some critics and led to rejection from the Royal Academy for a period.

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Valentine Cameron Prinsep 1838–1904

British Born: Kolkata Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 9/32 languages

Valentine Cameron Prinsep

A formative experience followed in 1856-57, when Prinsep accompanied Watts on an expedition to Sir Charles Thomas Newton’s excavations at Halicarnassus, a journey that ignited a passion for classical forms and historical narratives. In 1884, Prinsep’s life took a fortunate turn with his marriage to Florence Leyland, daughter of the wealthy art collector Frederick Richards Leyland.

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Edward Robert Hughes 1851–1914

British Born: London Pre-Raphaelite and Aestheticism Wikipedia: 10/32 languages

Edward Robert Hughes

Edward Robert Hughes (1851–1914) stands as a luminous figure in the tapestry of British art, a painter whose works bridge the gap between the meticulous detail of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and the ethereal, dreamlike sensibilities of the Aesthetic movement. His involvement with the Art Workers' Guild and his election to the Royal Watercolour Society underscored his commitment to the ethical and professional advancement of his peers.

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Thomas Cooper Gotch 1854–1931

British Born: Kettering Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 10/32 languages

Thomas Cooper Gotch

Around 1881, Gotch married Caroline Burland Yates—another aspiring artist who shared his passion for Pre-Raphaelite ideals. The Japanese prints of Hiroshige and Utagawa Kunichika served as another significant source of inspiration, influencing Gotch’s compositional choices and his use of decorative patterns—a hallmark of the movement's aesthetic.

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Simeon Solomon 1840–1905

British Born: City of London Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 13/32 languages

Simeon Solomon

His mother possessed an amateur talent for miniature painting, while his elder siblings, Abraham and Rebecca Solomon, were both established artists exhibiting at the Royal Academy. He formally studied at Carey’s Art Academy in 1852 before entering the prestigious Royal Academy Schools in 1856.

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John Byam Liston Shaw 1872–1919

British Born: Chennai Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 8/32 languages

John Byam Liston Shaw

John Byam Liston Shaw, known simply as Byam Shaw throughout his career, entered the world in 1872 amidst the vibrant cultural landscape of Chennai, India. Recognizing the need for innovative artistic training, he began teaching at the Women's Department of King’s College London in 1904.

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John Roddam Spencer Stanhope 1829–1908

British Born: Yorkshire Pre-Raphaelite, Aestheticism Wikipedia: 9/32 languages

John Roddam Spencer Stanhope

Stanhope’s entry into the vibrant world of the Pre-Raphaelites was facilitated by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, who invited him to contribute to the ambitious decorative scheme at the Oxford Union Debating Hall—a project centered around Arthurian legends.

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Frank Cadogan Cowper 1877–1958

British Born: Wicken Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 10/32 languages

Frank Cadogan Cowper

In his later years, Cowper retired from London and sought solace in the picturesque countryside of Gloucestershire, where he continued to paint until his death in 1958.

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Herbert Gustave Schmalz 1856–1935

English Born: London Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 9/32 languages

Herbert Gustave Schmalz

Born in the quiet surroundings of Ryton on Tyne in 1856, Herbert Gustave Schmalz emerged as a painter whose soul was deeply entwined with the romanticism of his era. Even as he later adopted the name Herbert Carmichael in 1918, his commitment to the profound themes of Christian art remained unshakable.

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Henry Holiday 1839–1927

British Born: London Pre-Raphaelitism Wikipedia: 6/32 languages

Henry Holiday

This foundational training led to studies at Leigh’s Art Academy alongside Frederick Walker, and remarkably, admission to the Royal Academy Schools at just fifteen years old – a testament to his precocious skill. A transformative journey to Italy in 1867 further broadened his horizons, inspiring him to incorporate elements of Italian Renaissance art into his work – a fusion that added depth and sophistication to his already distinctive style.

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Benjamin Williams Leader 1831–1923

British Born: Worcester Pre-Raphaelite & Impressionist Wikipedia: 4/32 languages

Benjamin Williams Leader

His subject matter was deeply rooted in the geography of his youth, particularly the lush, rolling hills of Wales and the serene stretches of the Severn Valley. His upbringing was steeped in a tradition of careful observation; as the son of Edward Leader Williams, a civil engineer with deep ties to the legendary John Constable, Benjamin was raised amidst the intersection of structural precision and natural beauty.

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Robert Braithwaite Martineau 1826–1869

British Born: London Pre-Raphaelite, Realism Wikipedia: 4/32 languages

Robert Braithwaite Martineau

He became a pupil of Hunt's, even sharing studio space with the leading figure of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. His paintings are now held in prominent collections such as the Tate Gallery (London), the Ashmolean Museum (Oxford), and the Liverpool Art Gallery, testament to their enduring artistic merit and historical importance.

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William Fettes Douglas 1822–1891

Scottish Born: Edinburgh Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 1/32 languages

William Fettes Douglas

His education at the High School of Edinburgh provided the foundation, but it was through diligent sketching and the mentorship of fellow artists like Alexander Fraser and even the legendary James Abbott MacKenzie Whistler that his draughtsmanship began to flourish.

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Henry Roderick Newman 1833–1918

American Born: Easton Pre-Raphaelite & Impressionism Wikipedia: 3/32 languages

Henry Roderick Newman

Born in the quiet landscape of Easton, New York, in 1833, Henry Roderick Newman emerged as a master of the watercolor medium, weaving together the meticulous precision of the Pre-Raphaelite tradition with the luminous, fleeting energy of Impressionism. Global Perspective: An expansive subject matter that brought the beauty of Italy, Egypt, and Japan to a global audience.

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Henry Treffry Dunn 1838–1899

British Born: Truro Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 1/32 languages

Henry Treffry Dunn

Sir Launcelot in the Queen’s Chamber: A painting that demonstrates his ability to weave intimacy with the grand, dramatic tension of legendary figures. To study Dunn is to study the very texture of Victorian romanticism.

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Edward Arthur Fellowes Prynne 1854–1921

British Born: Plymouth Pre-Raphaelite Wikipedia: 1/32 languages

Edward Arthur Fellowes Prynne

His father, George Rundle Prynne, was a prominent Tractarian clergyman and ritualist, deeply involved in restoring traditional Catholic practices within the Church of England. Edward Arthur Fellowes Prynne’s artistic legacy is one of quiet distinction—a testament to the power of faith, beauty, and meticulous craftsmanship.

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Notable works

Notable Pre-raphaelite works

  1. The Girlhood of Mary Virgin by Dante Gabriel Rossetti

    The Girlhood of Mary Virgin

    Dante Gabriel Rossetti

    1849 · Tate Gallery, London

  2. The Lady of Shalott by John William Waterhouse

    The Lady of Shalott

    John William Waterhouse

    1888 · Tate Gallery, London

  3. Christ in the House of His Parents (`The Carpenter by John Everett Millais

    Christ in the House of His Parents (`The Carpenter

    John Everett Millais

    1849 · Tate Britain, London

  4. The Golden Stairs (also known as 'The King's Wedding' or 'Music on the Stairs') by Edward Burne-Jones

    The Golden Stairs (also known as 'The King's Wedding' or 'Music on the Stairs')

    Edward Burne-Jones

    1876 · Tate Gallery, London

  5. W H The Light of the World by William Holman Hunt

    W H The Light of the World

    William Holman Hunt

  6. Work by Ford Madox Brown

    Work

    Ford Madox Brown

    1852 · Манчестерська художня галерея, Manchester

  7. Godiva by John Collier

    Godiva

    John Collier

    1898 · The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum, Coventry

  8. A King and a Beggar Maid by Edmund Blair Leighton

    A King and a Beggar Maid

    Edmund Blair Leighton

Chronology

Chronology of notable works

  1. 1849
    The Girlhood of Mary Virgin by Dante Gabriel Rossetti
    The Girlhood of Mary VirginDante Gabriel Rossetti
  2. 1849
    Christ in the House of His Parents (`The Carpenter by John Everett Millais
    Christ in the House of His Parents (`The CarpenterJohn Everett Millais
  3. 1852
    Work by Ford Madox Brown
    WorkFord Madox Brown
  4. 1857
    Clerk Saunders by Elizabeth Siddal
    Clerk SaundersElizabeth Siddal
  5. 1860
    The Summons to the Secret Tribunal by William Fettes Douglas
    The Summons to the Secret TribunalWilliam Fettes Douglas
  6. 1862
    The Last Day in the Old Home by Robert Braithwaite Martineau
    The Last Day in the Old HomeRobert Braithwaite Martineau
  7. 1870
    Elaine by Sophie Gengembre Anderson
    ElaineSophie Gengembre Anderson
  8. 1872
    Cape Cornwall from Whitesand Bay by John Edward Brett
    Cape Cornwall from Whitesand BayJohn Edward Brett
  9. 1876
    The Golden Stairs (also known as 'The King's Wedding' or 'Music on the Stairs') by Edward Burne-Jones
    The Golden Stairs (also known as 'The King's Wedding' or 'Music on the Stairs')Edward Burne-Jones
  10. 1884
    Dante and Beatrice by Henry Holiday
    Dante and BeatriceHenry Holiday
  11. 1888
    The Lady of Shalott by John William Waterhouse
    The Lady of ShalottJohn William Waterhouse
  12. 1892
    Temple of Philae from the Outer Court by Henry Roderick Newman
    Temple of Philae from the Outer CourtHenry Roderick Newman
  13. 1894
    The Child Enthroned by Thomas Cooper Gotch
    The Child EnthronedThomas Cooper Gotch
  14. 1897
    The Great Awakening by Herbert Gustave Schmalz
    The Great AwakeningHerbert Gustave Schmalz

Statistics

Statistics

Country of birth
United Kingdom29
France3
India2
Italy1
United States1
Decade of birth
1810s1
1820s11
1830s10
1840s3
1850s8
1870s2
1890s1
Museums holding their key works
Manchester Art Gallery5
Tate Britain5
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery4
Tate Gallery3
Yale Center for British Art3
Walker Art Gallery3
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery - Museum1
Lady Lever Art Gallery1

Index

List of 36 Pre-raphaelite painters

  1. 1Dante Gabriel RossettiDante Gabriel RossettiEnglish · 1828–1882
  2. 2John William WaterhouseJohn William WaterhouseBritish (English) · 1849–1917
  3. 3John Everett MillaisJohn Everett MillaisBritish · 1829–1896
  4. 4Edward Burne-JonesEdward Burne-JonesBritish · 1833–1898
  5. 5William Holman HuntWilliam Holman HuntBritish · 1827–1910
  6. 6Ford Madox BrownFord Madox BrownBritish · 1821–1893
  7. 7John CollierJohn CollierBritish · 1850–1934
  8. 8Edmund Blair LeightonEdmund Blair LeightonBritish · 1852–1922
  9. 9Evelyn De MorganEvelyn De MorganBritish · 1855–1919
  10. 10Edward PoynterEdward Poynter1836–1919
  11. 11Arthur HughesArthur HughesBritish · 1832–1915
  12. 12Frank Bernard DickseeFrank Bernard DickseeBritish · 1853–1928
  13. 13Joseph Noel PatonJoseph Noel PatonScottish · 1821–1901
  14. 14Elizabeth SiddalElizabeth SiddalBritish · 1829–1862
  15. 15John Edward BrettJohn Edward BrettBritish · 1830–1902
  16. 16Sophie Gengembre AndersonSophie Gengembre AndersonBritish · 1823–1903
  17. 17William FoxWilliam FoxScottish · 1812–1893
  18. 18Frederick SandysFrederick SandysBritish · 1829–1904
  19. 19Marie Spartali StillmanMarie Spartali StillmanBritish · 1844–1927
  20. 20Stanley SpencerStanley SpencerBritish · 1891–1959
  21. 21Valentine Cameron PrinsepValentine Cameron PrinsepBritish · 1838–1904
  22. 22Edward Robert HughesEdward Robert HughesBritish · 1851–1914
  23. 23Thomas Cooper GotchThomas Cooper GotchBritish · 1854–1931
  24. 24Simeon SolomonSimeon SolomonBritish · 1840–1905
  25. 25John Byam Liston ShawJohn Byam Liston ShawBritish · 1872–1919
  26. 26John Roddam Spencer StanhopeJohn Roddam Spencer StanhopeBritish · 1829–1908
  27. 27Frank Cadogan CowperFrank Cadogan CowperBritish · 1877–1958
  28. 28Herbert Gustave SchmalzHerbert Gustave SchmalzEnglish · 1856–1935
  29. 29Henry HolidayHenry HolidayBritish · 1839–1927
  30. 30Benjamin Williams LeaderBenjamin Williams LeaderBritish · 1831–1923
  31. 31Robert Braithwaite MartineauRobert Braithwaite MartineauBritish · 1826–1869
  32. 32William Fettes DouglasWilliam Fettes DouglasScottish · 1822–1891
  33. 33Henry Roderick NewmanHenry Roderick NewmanAmerican · 1833–1918
  34. 34Frederic ShieldsFrederic ShieldsBritish · 1833–1911
  35. 35Henry Treffry DunnHenry Treffry DunnBritish · 1838–1899
  36. 36Edward Arthur Fellowes PrynneEdward Arthur Fellowes PrynneBritish · 1854–1921

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