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Augustus John Collection

Augustus John, a renowned Welsh painter, draughtsman, and etcher, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating works

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Madame Suggia, 1920-1923, (1933). Artist: Augustus John

Madame Suggia, 1920-1923, (1933). Artist: Augustus John
Madame Suggia, 1920-1923, (1933). Portrait of Portuguese cellist Guilhermina Suggia (1888-1950). Illustration from the Apollo Volume XVIII, no 106, (October 1933)

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Augustus John at the Slade School of Art, c. 1897 (graphite on paper)

Augustus John at the Slade School of Art, c. 1897 (graphite on paper)
423911 Augustus John at the Slade School of Art, c.1897 (graphite on paper) by English School, (19th century); 22.7x25.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageAugustus John Collection: A Slade School Picnic, 1899, photograph from The Times (sepia photo)

A Slade School Picnic, 1899, photograph from The Times (sepia photo)
STC306691 A Slade School Picnic, 1899, photograph from The Times (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageAugustus John Collection: British artists commissioned to produce paintings of the Paris Peace Conference in Versailles

British artists commissioned to produce paintings of the Paris Peace Conference in Versailles, 1919 (b / w photo)
6015391 British artists commissioned to produce paintings of the Paris Peace Conference in Versailles, 1919 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageAugustus John Collection: An A R A Recruit to Labour? (colour litho)

An A R A Recruit to Labour? (colour litho)
979329 An A R A Recruit to Labour? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An A R A Recruit to Labour)

Background imageAugustus John Collection: The Lord David Cecil, 1944. ARTIST DIED 1961 Creator: Augustus John

The Lord David Cecil, 1944. ARTIST DIED 1961 Creator: Augustus John
Lord David Cecil, 1935, (1944). From " British Portrait Painters", by John Russell. [Collins, London, 1944]

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Augustus Villiers, 1841. Creator: Richard James Lane

Augustus Villiers, 1841. Creator: Richard James Lane
Augustus Villiers, 1841. Honourable Augustus Villiers, died at Rome. Portrait of British soldier Augustus Villiers (1810-1847), who married Georgiana Elphinstone, daughter of George Elphinstone

Background imageAugustus John Collection: The Dawn, 1917, (c1920). Artist: Augustus John

The Dawn, 1917, (c1920). Artist: Augustus John
The Dawn, 1917, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War 1914-1918, seventh edition, (The Swarthmore Press Ltd, London, c1920)

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Augustus John Hervey, 3rd Earl of Bristol, c1760s, (c1920)

Augustus John Hervey, 3rd Earl of Bristol, c1760s, (c1920). Portrait of Admiral Hervey (1724-1779). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume III, Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Augustus John, Welsh painter, draughtsman, and etcher, c1920. Artist: G C Beresford

Augustus John, Welsh painter, draughtsman, and etcher, c1920. Artist: G C Beresford
Augustus John, Welsh painter, draughtsman, and etcher, c1920. Portrait of John (1878-1961). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Augustus John, British painter, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie

Augustus John, British painter, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Augustus John, British painter, 1926. Portrait of Augustus Edwin John (1878-1961). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Cafe Royal, London, 1912 (oil on canvas)

Cafe Royal, London, 1912 (oil on canvas)
XIR33763 Cafe Royal, London, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Orpen, William (1878-1931); 137.5x113.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info)

Background imageAugustus John Collection: Portrait of King Feisal of Iraq, by Augustus John

Portrait of King Feisal of Iraq, by Augustus John
Portrait of King Feisal of Iraq 1919 by Augustus John 1878-1961



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Augustus John, a renowned Welsh painter, draughtsman, and etcher, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating works. From his early days at the Slade School of Art to his later masterpieces, he showcased immense talent and versatility. In 1900, Augustus John's oil on canvas portrait titled "Augustus John" revealed his ability to capture depth and emotion in every stroke. The intensity of his gaze hinted at the passion that fueled his artistic pursuits. During Madame Suggia's reign from 1920-1923, Augustus John immortalized her elegance and grace through a series of mesmerizing paintings. His portrayal of this talented cellist captured her musical prowess while showcasing his own artistic brilliance. In 1933, Augustus John embarked on a new venture as one of the British artists commissioned to produce paintings for the Paris Peace Conference in Versailles. This black-and-white photograph symbolized their contribution to history by capturing their dedication to peace through art. An intriguing glimpse into Augustus John's earlier years was revealed through a graphite sketch titled "Augustus John at the Slade School of Art. " This piece showcased not only technical skill but also hints at the artist's growth during this formative period. "The Dawn, " created in 1917 but photographed around 1920, exemplified Augustus John's ability to convey raw emotions through vivid colors and bold brushstrokes. This masterpiece encapsulated hope amidst darkness during World War I. A lighthearted moment was captured in sepia tones with "A Slade School Picnic" from 1899. Published in The Times newspaper, this photograph highlighted camaraderie among students while revealing glimpses of future artistic greatness within their midst. The Lord David Cecil became another subject under Augustus John's skilled hand in 1944.