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Devis Collection

"Capturing the Essence of Time: A Glimpse into Arthur Devis' Artistic World" Step into a realm where history intertwines with art

Background imageDevis Collection: The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805 (c1857). Artist: J Rogers

The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805 (c1857). Artist: J Rogers
The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805 (c1857). During the Battle of Trafalgar, which would prove to be his greatest victory

Background imageDevis Collection: A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane

A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane
652140 A Group Portrait of Three of the Children of Peter and Mary Du Cane, All Small Full-Length, Playing with an Elaborate Dog-Cart, in the Grounds of a Country House

Background imageDevis Collection: Lady Milner (nee Miss Mordaunt), 1760 (oil on canvas)

Lady Milner (nee Miss Mordaunt), 1760 (oil on canvas)
5938215 Lady Milner (nee Miss Mordaunt), 1760 (oil on canvas) by Devis, Arthur (1712-87); 50.8x35.5 (canvas); 66x50.8x6.5 (frame) cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait Of A Man In Red, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis

Portrait Of A Man In Red, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis
Portrait Of A Man In Red, 1785

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait Of A Man In Blue, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis

Portrait Of A Man In Blue, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis
Portrait Of A Man In Blue, 1785

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait Of A Woman In Light Blue, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis

Portrait Of A Woman In Light Blue, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis
Portrait Of A Woman In Light Blue, 1785

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait Of A Woman In Dark Blue, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis

Portrait Of A Woman In Dark Blue, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis
Portrait Of A Woman In Dark Blue, 1785

Background imageDevis Collection: The Swaine Family, 1749, (1934). Creator: Arthur Devis

The Swaine Family, 1749, (1934). Creator: Arthur Devis
The Swaine Family, 1749, (1934). Portrait of a family fishing by a river, traditionally known as the Swaine Family of Fencroft, Cambridgeshire. Two of the sitters are possibly Daniel and Mary Swaine

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait of a woman in an interior

Portrait of a woman in an interior
Portrait of a woman seated in a domestic interior, oil on canvas, by Arthur Devis, c.1742, in a gilded neo-classical style frame with carved and moulded decoration. Date: c.1742

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait of a gentleman in an interior, at a lathe

Portrait of a gentleman in an interior, at a lathe
Portrait of a man standing at a lathe, oil on canvas by Arthur Devis, 1752-1756, in a carved and gilded pine frame. Date: c.1752-1756

Background imageDevis Collection: The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805 (1807). Artist: Arthur William Devis

The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805 (1807). Artist: Arthur William Devis
The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805 (1807). During the Battle of Trafalgar, which would prove to be his greatest victory

Background imageDevis Collection: APEX02822WT139

APEX02822WT139
Colourful Hindu Pantheon of Sri Mariamman Temple in Singapore

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait Of A Woman In Gold, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis

Portrait Of A Woman In Gold, 1785. Creator: Arthur Devis
Portrait Of A Woman In Gold, 1785

Background imageDevis Collection: Richard Boyle, nd Earl of Shannon

Richard Boyle, nd Earl of Shannon
Richard Boyle, 2nd Earl of Shannon 1727-1807 (1748). Devis, Arthur 1712-1787. Date: 1748

Background imageDevis Collection: Olivares and La Brisca

Olivares and La Brisca. Devis, Anthony 1729 - 1816

Background imageDevis Collection: Arthur Devis, Portrait of a Gentleman Netting Partridges, British, 1712-1787, 1756

Arthur Devis, Portrait of a Gentleman Netting Partridges, British, 1712-1787, 1756, oil on canvas

Background imageDevis Collection: Anthony Devis (British, 1729 - 1817), View of the Needles, and White Cliffs Taken

Anthony Devis (British, 1729 - 1817), View of the Needles, and White Cliffs Taken from Allum Bay, watercolor with pen and ink over graphite on laid paper

Background imageDevis Collection: Arthur Devis (British, 1712 - 1787), Arthur Holdsworth Conversing with Thomas Taylor

Arthur Devis (British, 1712 - 1787), Arthur Holdsworth Conversing with Thomas Taylor and Captain Stancombe by the River Dart, 1757, oil on canvas

Background imageDevis Collection: Arthur Devis, Members of the Maynard Family in the Park at Waltons, British, 1712 - 1787

Arthur Devis, Members of the Maynard Family in the Park at Waltons, British, 1712 - 1787, c. 1755-1762, oil on canvas

Background imageDevis Collection: Sir Robert Chambers, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Sir Robert Chambers, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Lady Chambers, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Lady Chambers, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait of a Gentleman, Possibly William Hickey, and an Indian Servant A Gentleman

Portrait of a Gentleman, Possibly William Hickey, and an Indian Servant A Gentleman and his Indian Servant, c.1780-90, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Background imageDevis Collection: An Unknown Man in a Library, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

An Unknown Man in a Library, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: An Unknown Man with His Daughter, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

An Unknown Man with His Daughter, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: William Farington of Shawe Hall, Lancashire Robert Vernon Atherton and his Dog, Arthur

William Farington of Shawe Hall, Lancashire Robert Vernon Atherton and his Dog, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: The John Bacon Family, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

The John Bacon Family, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Emily and George Mason, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Emily and George Mason, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Portrait of a Family, Traditionally Known as the Swaine Family of Fencroft, Cambridgeshire

Portrait of a Family, Traditionally Known as the Swaine Family of Fencroft, Cambridgeshire Family Group Beside a River (called The Swaine Family ) A Family of Anglers

Background imageDevis Collection: Children in an Interior Portrait of a Group of Children, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Children in an Interior Portrait of a Group of Children, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: ADevis

Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: ADevis
Gentleman with a Cannon Signed and dated in brown paint, lower left: " ADevis pinx | 1741", Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Mr. and Mrs. Fraser, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Mr. and Mrs. Fraser, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Robert Gwillym of Atherton and His Family Robert and Elizabeth Gwillym and their family

Robert Gwillym of Atherton and His Family Robert and Elizabeth Gwillym and their family, of Atherton Hall, Herefordshire, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: John Orde, His Wife Anne, and His Eldest Son William John Orde and His Second Wife

John Orde, His Wife Anne, and His Eldest Son William John Orde and His Second Wife Watching William Ordes Return From Shooting Inscribed, center right, on letter: " To: John Orde | at Mo[?]t [

Background imageDevis Collection: (?) John Trevor, 3rd Baron Trevor, of St. Annes Hill, Surrey, and Trevalyn Hall

(?) John Trevor, 3rd Baron Trevor, of St. Annes Hill, Surrey, and Trevalyn Hall, Denbighshire (formerly T. Travers, Esq.), Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Leak Okeover, Rev. John Allen and Captain Chester at Okeover Hall, Staffordshire

Leak Okeover, Rev. John Allen and Captain Chester at Okeover Hall, Staffordshire Leak Okeover Esquire, The Reverend John Allen and Captain Chester, with Grooms, Horses and Dogs

Background imageDevis Collection: An Unknown Man Seated at a Table, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

An Unknown Man Seated at a Table, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Grinding Corn, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Grinding Corn, Arthur William Devis, 1762-1822, British

Background imageDevis Collection: Mr. and Mrs. Hill, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Mr. and Mrs. Hill, Arthur Devis, 1712-1787, British

Background imageDevis Collection: JONATHAN SHIPLEY (1714-1788). English clergyman

JONATHAN SHIPLEY (1714-1788). English clergyman. Oil on canvas, 18th century, by Arthur Devis


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"Capturing the Essence of Time: A Glimpse into Arthur Devis' Artistic World" Step into a realm where history intertwines with art, as we explore the captivating works of Arthur Devis. From his poignant depiction of "The death of Admiral Lord Nelson, 1805" to the tender "Group Portrait of Three Children, " Devis masterfully brings characters to life on canvas. Intriguingly, Devis's talent shines through in his ability to capture not only individuals but also their emotions and stories. With Lady Milner's elegant gaze frozen in time or the enigmatic expressions adorning portraits like "Portrait Of A Man In Red" and "Portrait Of A Woman In Light Blue, " one can't help but be drawn into their narratives. Devis's attention to detail is truly remarkable. Every brushstroke seems purposeful, every color carefully chosen. Whether it be the vibrant reds and blues that adorn his male subjects or the delicate pastels that grace his female muses, each hue adds depth and character to these timeless pieces. One cannot overlook how Devis expertly captures familial connections within his artworks. The Swaine Family portrait from 1749 showcases unity and love among its members while simultaneously providing us with a glimpse into an era long gone. Moreover, stepping inside these intimate interiors depicted by Devis allows us a voyeuristic experience like no other. Witnessing a woman lost in thought amidst her surroundings or observing a gentleman skillfully working at a lathe transports us back in time, immersing us fully in their world. Arthur William Devis continues to captivate audiences even centuries after creating these masterpieces. His ability to breathe life onto canvas leaves an indelible mark on art history—a testament to his undeniable talent as an artist who effortlessly transcends time itself. So take this opportunity; immerse yourself in Arthur Devis' enchanting creations—where brushstrokes whisper tales of the past and emotions linger eternally.