John Martin
1789–1854 · British · 24 artworks
RomanticismSublime landscapesDramatic lightingVast scaleBiblical and historical narrativesAtmospheric perspective
artist bio
John Martin was a British Romantic painter and engraver, celebrated for his grandiose and apocalyptic visions. He is best known for his large-scale paintings depicting dramatic biblical scenes and cataclysmic events, influencing both art and popular culture.
what you'll learn
Studying Martin's work allows students to explore Romanticism's fascination with the sublime, dramatic scale, and the power of nature. Students can also learn about the use of light and shadow to create emotional impact and narrative.
related: Caspar David Friedrich, Francisco Goya
24 artworks
Pandemonium
1825
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Landscape with a Castle
1820
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The Evening of the Deluge
1828
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Belshazzar's Feast
1820
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The Coronation of Queen Victoria
1839
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The Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah
1852
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Calvary
1840
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The Covenant
1832
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The Seventh Plague
1823
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Kensington Gardens
1815
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Moonlight - Chepstow Castle
1815
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The Plains of Heaven
1853
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The Destruction of the Pharoah’s Host
1833
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The Great Day of His Wrath
1853
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Hyde Park
1815
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The Bard
1817
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The City of God and the Waters of Life
1851
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View of the Farm House with Screen to Stables and Farm Buildings to Sezincote House
1818
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Joshua Commanding the Sun to Stand Still
1840
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The Eve of the Deluge
1840
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Satan Presiding at the Infernal Council
1824
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Destruction of Tyre
1840
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The Destruction of Pompei and Herculaneum
1822
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Landscape, Possibly the Isle of Wight or Richmond Hill
1815
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