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Robert Priseman Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Robert Priseman our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Robert Priseman · born 1965

Helen Fowler

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

A haunting pencil portrait of Helen Fowler by Robert Priseman. Explore this evocative grayscale drawing depicting a tragic figure from 1940s New York. #art #portrait #drawing

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Marie Porter

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

A haunting portrait of Marie Porter by Robert Priseman. Explore this evocative black & white drawing depicting a pivotal moment in Illinois history. Hand-painted reproductions available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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John Stoddart, Principal, Sheffield Hallam University (c.1983–1998)

1994 · Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield · original 87 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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25 Cromwell Street

2011 · Swindon Art Gallery, Swindon · original 11 x 7 cm

A vibrant oil on canvas painting of a yellow three-story house with green trim by Robert Priseman captures a unique architectural charm that invites you to bring this piece of contemporary British art into your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Bonnie Heady

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Intriguing pencil portrait of Bonnie Heady by Robert Priseman. Explore this realistic study of a troubled figure – a chilling glimpse into a dark chapter. #art #portrait #drawing

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Mary Frances Creighton

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Gothic pencil portrait of Mary Frances Creighton by Robert Priseman. A haunting study in grayscale realism exploring a dark historical event. #art #portrait #grisaille

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Marilyn Plantz

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Anna Antonio

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Explore Robert Priseman’s haunting portrait of Anna Antonio – a chilling study in grayscale realism & social commentary. A unique 15x18cm piece, steeped in history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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16 Wardle Brook Avenue

2011 · Swindon Art Gallery, Swindon · original 7 x 5 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Dovie Dean

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Robert Priseman’s ‘Dovie Dean’: A haunting pencil portrait of a grandmother’s tragic story. Realistic detail meets dark subject matter – explore this unique artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Ada Leboeuf

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Explore Robert Priseman’s haunting portrait of Ada Leboeuf – a chilling Louisiana tale rendered in meticulous graphite. A unique 1920s execution story captured in this grayscale drawing.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Norman Adsetts (b.1931), OBE, Chairman of Sheffield Hallam University Board of Governors (1993–1999)

View the most popular artwork of Robert Priseman ranked #12: Norman Adsetts (b.1931), OBE, Chairman of Sheffield Hallam University Board of Governors (1993–1999)

1994 · Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield · original 89 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Councillor William Owen (d.1922), JP, Chair of the Board of Governors (1975 1989), Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors (1989–1991)

View the most popular artwork of Robert Priseman ranked #13: Councillor William Owen (d.1922), JP, Chair of the Board of Governors (1975 1989), Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors (1989–1991)

1992 · University of Sheffield, Sheffield · original 89 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Omagh 15 00

2010 · Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Wolverhampton · original 30 x 45 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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1554 Walnut Avenue

2011 · Swindon Art Gallery, Swindon · original 7 x 6 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Karla Faye Tucker

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Anna Marie Hahn

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Martha Beck

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Canon George Tolley (d.2015), Principal of Sheffield City Polytechnic (1969–1982)

1993 · Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield · original 89 x 74 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Betty Butler

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Robert Priseman’s haunting pencil portrait of Betty Butler, a 1954 execution case, explores themes of justice & memory. Realistic detail meets stark subject matter.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Peter Newman, Chairman of Sheffield City Polytechnic Board of Governors (1988–1992)

1993 · Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield · original 89 x 75 cm

Admire Robert Priseman’s 1993 oil portrait of Peter Newman, Chairman Sheffield City Polytechnic. A realistic, dignified depiction in a classic style – explore this compelling artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Dr T. H. F. Farrell, CBE, TD

1997 · original 90 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Elizabeth Duncan

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Hauntingly beautiful 'Elizabeth Duncan' by Robert Priseman. A chilling hand-painted reproduction of a disturbing true crime story. Explore this unique, unsettling artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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Wanda Jean Allen

Museum of Fine Arts, Tallahassee · original 15 x 18 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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The Search Room at Essex Record Office

2003 · Essex Record Office, Chelmsford · original 75 x 106 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 54 artworks by Robert Priseman
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The artist

Robert Priseman

born 1965

Quick facts

Top-ranked workHelen Fowler
Color intensitymonochromatic
Works on APS54
NationalityUnited Kingdom
Art periodContemporary
Creative periodsmature period, contemporary
Born1965, United Kingdom

Biography

Robert Priseman: A Life in Provocative Art

Robert Priseman (born 1965) is a British artist, collector, writer, curator and publisher who lives and works in Essex, England. His career spans diverse artistic pursuits, marked by a consistent engagement with challenging socio-political themes and a dedication to fostering dialogue within the contemporary art landscape.

Early Life and Artistic Beginnings

Priseman’s academic foundation was laid at the University of Essex, where he studied Aesthetics and Art Theory under the influential Professor Michael Podro. This theoretical grounding profoundly shaped his artistic approach. He began his professional life as a book designer for Longman Publishers (1989-1992), concurrently developing his skills as a portrait painter in oils. During this period, he created portraits of notable figures including the Dalai Lama, Phil Collins, Jeremy Paxman and Cardinal Basil Hume. These early works are held in prestigious collections such as the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle and Corpus Christi College Cambridge.

A Shift Towards Thematic Exploration

In 2004, Priseman underwent a significant artistic shift, abandoning portraiture to embark on thematic series designed to provoke thought and engage viewers in critical discussions. This marked the beginning of his most recognized work, characterized by its unflinching exploration of difficult subjects.

Major Series and Artistic Themes

The Hospital Paintings: Early explorations into institutional spaces and their psychological impact.
Subterraneans: Investigations into hidden worlds and marginalized communities.
The Francis Bacon Interiors: A deeply personal series depicting the Paris hotel room where George Dyer, Bacon’s lover, committed suicide, the hospital room where Bacon died, and his studios – a poignant exploration of grief, loss, and artistic creation.
No Human Way to Kill: Perhaps Priseman's most impactful work, this series presents the five methods of execution used in the USA (hanging, firing squad, gassing, lethal injection, and electrocution), alongside etchings detailing other global practices. It argues that execution is a socially constructed act.
The Troubles: A powerful reflection on the conflict in Northern Ireland.
Nazi Gas Chambers: An unflinching confrontation with the horrors of the Holocaust.

Championing Contemporary British Painting

Priseman’s commitment extends beyond his own artistic practice. In 2013, he co-founded Contemporary British Painting with artist Simon Carter – a platform dedicated to promoting and contextualizing current painting practices in the UK through exhibitions, talks, publications, and an art prize. He also established ‘east contemporary art’ at University Campus Suffolk.

Collecting and Philanthropy

Priseman is an avid collector of British paintings, owning the “Priseman Seabrook Collection of 21st Century British Painting,” which debuted at Huddersfield Art Gallery in 2014. In 2013, he generously donated ‘The Robert Priseman Gift’ – a collection of twenty paintings by contemporary British artists – to Falmouth Art Gallery.

Academic and Professional Recognition

Priseman's contributions have been recognized through several academic appointments: Fellow at the Human Rights Centre, University of Essex (2010); Visiting Professor in Fine Art at the Department of Art and Humanities, University Campus Suffolk (2015); and a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Leeds (2017).

Legacy and Historical Significance

With over 200 works held in major international collections – including the V&A;, Museum der Moderne Salzburg, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Musée de Louvain la Neuve, and the National Galleries of Scotland – Robert Priseman has established himself as a significant voice in contemporary British art. His willingness to confront difficult subjects, combined with his dedication to supporting other artists and fostering critical dialogue, ensures his lasting impact on the artistic landscape.

Questions & Answers

How can I follow Robert Priseman's work year by year?

A timeline of Robert Priseman's works exists: the artist's Artwork Timeline page orders the artworks by creation date.

Where are Robert Priseman's artworks mapped by subject?

Robert Priseman's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.

Can I visit a virtual museum of Robert Priseman's works?

The 3D Museum of Robert Priseman is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.

By the WahooArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

Collector's quiz

Robert Priseman initially gained recognition for what type of artwork before shifting to thematic series?
Priseman's 'No Human Way to Kill' series focuses on the depiction of what subject matter?
What is 'The Robert Priseman Gift'?
Which prominent artist heavily influenced Priseman's 'The Francis Bacon Interiors' series?
Besides being an artist, what other roles does Robert Priseman undertake in the art world?

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