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George Barret Collection

George Barret was a renowned landscape artist known for his stunning depictions of nature

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: River valley and mountain road leading to two houses, 1777-1842. Creator: George Barret the Younger

River valley and mountain road leading to two houses, 1777-1842. Creator: George Barret the Younger
River valley and mountain road leading to two houses, 1777-1842

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: An Arcadian Landscape. Creator: George Barret the Younger

An Arcadian Landscape. Creator: George Barret the Younger
An Arcadian Landscape

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: A View from the Terrace, Richmond Hill (oil on canvas)

A View from the Terrace, Richmond Hill (oil on canvas)
1765052 A View from the Terrace, Richmond Hill (oil on canvas) by Gilpin, S. (1733-1807) & Barrett, G. (1767-1842); 96.5x137.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A View from the Terrace)

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: A View of Versailles with Elegant Figures in the Foreground at Sunset

A View of Versailles with Elegant Figures in the Foreground at Sunset
651899 A View of Versailles with Elegant Figures in the Foreground at Sunset, (pencil and watercolour heightened with bodycolour and gum arabic) by Barret

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Ruins Next to a Pool in a Wooded Landscape, 1783-84. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

Ruins Next to a Pool in a Wooded Landscape, 1783-84. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Ruins Next to a Pool in a Wooded Landscape, 1783-84

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Landscape with Figures Storing Hay in a Barn, a Cart and Horse Lying Down at Left

Landscape with Figures Storing Hay in a Barn, a Cart and Horse Lying Down at Left, 1783-84

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Arcadian Landscape, 1820-42. Creator: George Barret the Younger

Arcadian Landscape, 1820-42. Creator: George Barret the Younger
Arcadian Landscape, 1820-42

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Cattle and Sheep at Resting at the Edge of a Forest, ca. 1840

Cattle and Sheep at Resting at the Edge of a Forest, ca. 1840

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Winnandermere - Lake, 1784. Creator: Samuel Middiman

Winnandermere - Lake, 1784. Creator: Samuel Middiman
Winnandermere - Lake, 1784. View of Lake Windermere in Cumbria. [S. Middiman, London, 1784]

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Early Morning, (c1900). Creator: Unknown

Early Morning, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
Early Morning, (c1900). Shepherd by a stream, print after a painting made late 18th-early 19th century by George Barret. From English water-colour with reproductions of drawings by eminent painters

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Classical Landscape, (c1900). Creator: Unknown

Classical Landscape, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
Classical Landscape, (c1900). Sunset with temples by water, and figures in the foreground. Print after an early 19th century painting by George Barret the Younger

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Sunset with Cattle, 1841. Artist: George Barret Junior

Sunset with Cattle, 1841. Artist: George Barret Junior
Sunset with Cattle, 1841. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume I, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe [Emrose and Sons Ltd

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Arcadian Landscape 1787-1842 Watercolor graphite

Arcadian Landscape 1787-1842 Watercolor graphite
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Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Wooded Landscape with a Boy and his Dog, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British

Wooded Landscape with a Boy and his Dog, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British
Wooded Landscape with a Boy and his Dog, George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Landscape with Cottagers, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British

Landscape with Cottagers, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British
Landscape with Cottagers, George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Powerscourt, County Wicklow, Ireland A View of Powerscourt, Co. Wicklow, Ireland

Powerscourt, County Wicklow, Ireland A View of Powerscourt, Co. Wicklow, Ireland, George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: River Landscape Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: G Barret | 1773'

River Landscape Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: G Barret | 1773"
River Landscape Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: " G Barret | 1773", George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Morning: Landscape with Mares and Sheep, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British

Morning: Landscape with Mares and Sheep, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British
Morning: Landscape with Mares and Sheep, George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Morning: Landscape with Cattle, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British

Morning: Landscape with Cattle, George Barret, ca. 1728 / 32-1784, British
Morning: Landscape with Cattle, George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Horses and Cattle by a River Signed and dated, lower left: G. B. | 77'

Horses and Cattle by a River Signed and dated, lower left: G. B. | 77"
Horses and Cattle by a River Signed and dated, lower left: " G.B. | 77", George Barret, ca. 1728/32-1784, British

Background imageGeorge Barret Collection: Andrew Robert Drummonds house, Cadland Park, Hampshire, by George Barret and William Watts, 1780

Andrew Robert Drummonds house, Cadland Park, Hampshire, by George Barret and William Watts, 1780, Engraving
United Kingdom, 18th century. Andrew Robert Drummonds house, Cadland Park, Hampshire. Engraving by George Barret and William Watts, 1780



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George Barret was a renowned landscape artist known for his stunning depictions of nature. His works, such as "A View from the Terrace, Richmond Hill" and "A View of Versailles with Elegant Figures in the Foreground at Sunset, " showcase his mastery in capturing the beauty of landscapes. In "Ruins Next to a Pool in a Wooded Landscape, " created by Thomas Rowlandson but inspired by Barret's style, we can see the influence he had on other artists. The painting transports us to a serene setting where nature intertwines with man-made structures. Barret's ability to portray everyday scenes is evident in "Landscape with Figures Storing Hay in a Barn, a Cart and Horse Lying Down at Left. " This piece captures the essence of rural life, showcasing hardworking individuals amidst picturesque surroundings. One cannot overlook Barret's contribution to Arcadian landscapes, as seen in his own work titled "Arcadian Landscape. " The painting exudes tranquility and harmony through its carefully composed elements. Similarly, "Cattle and Sheep Resting at the Edge of a Forest" invites viewers into an idyllic scene where animals peacefully coexist with their natural habitat. Other artists were also inspired by Barret's talent. Samuel Middiman's depiction of Winnandermere - Lake pays homage to Barret's style while adding his unique touch. Meanwhile, unknown artists captured breathtaking moments like sunrise or classical landscapes reminiscent of Barret's aesthetic. However, it is George Barret Junior himself who truly shines through pieces like "Sunset with Cattle. " Here we witness his skillful use of colors and lighting techniques that bring life to every stroke on canvas. Throughout his career spanning from 1787-1842, whether working in oil or watercolor graphite mediums like those used for "Arcadian Landscape, " George Barret left an indelible mark on art history.