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Eric Ravilious
1903–1942 · British · 30 artworks
Neo-RomanticismMagic RealismWatercolor washesLinear detailSubtle color palettesAtmospheric perspectiveIncorporation of pattern
artist bio
Eric Ravilious was a British painter, designer, book illustrator and wood engraver. He is particularly known for his watercolours of the English landscape and his work as a war artist during World War II, capturing the quiet beauty of everyday scenes with a touch of the surreal.
what you'll learn
Studying Ravilious's work allows students to explore watercolour techniques, composition, and the subtle incorporation of surreal elements into realistic landscapes. Students can also learn about the role of artists in documenting historical events and the beauty of the English countryside.
related: Paul Nash
30 artworks
Windmill
1934
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WET AFTERNOON. View of the Church of St. Mary, Capel-y-ffin, Powys
1938
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PILOT BOAT AT LE HAVRE
1938
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View from Brick House, Great Bardfield
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Edward Bawden Working in His Studio
1930
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FURLONGS
1934
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BUSCOT PARK, FARRINGDON, OXFORDSHIRE
1938
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Geraniums and Carnations
1938
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Ward Room 1
1941
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HIGH STREET
1938
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Farm House and Field
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High Street. Model ships
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Lombardy Poplars
1935
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Shelling by night
1941
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DUKE OF HEREFORDS KNOB & BAPTIST CHAPEL AT CAPEL-Y-FFIN
1938
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THE CAUSEWAY, WILTSHIRE DOWNS
1937
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Steam Train Rounding a Bend
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CEMENT WORKS No.2
1934
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Newhaven Harbour
1937
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NEW YEAR'S SNOW
1938
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River Thames
1933
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Halstead Road in Snow
1935
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Caravans
1936
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Wiltshire Landscape
1938
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THE WILMINGTON GIANT
1939
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Downs in winter
1934
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FIRLE BEACON
1927
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Testing Davis apparatus
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Chalk Paths
1935
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The Teleprinter Room
1941
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