Lincoln at Gettysburg III (1942) er det mest kjente maleriet av William Johnson. Street Life, Harlem (1940) og Going to Church (1941) er de to neste verkene verden kjenner best. Av de 564 verkene til William Johnson i vår katalog, er dette de 100 som samlere og museumsgjester studerer mest, inkludert årstall, museum og historien bak hvert verk.
Rangert etter vår popularitetsscore, som kombinerer søk, besøk og bestillinger for hvert verk. Oppdatert October 2026.
In this 1942 work, Lincoln at Gettysburg III, the artist William H. Johnson presents a stylized tableau of a significant historical moment. The composition avoids the literalism of traditional portraiture, opting instead for a theatrical arrangement that reimagines the gravity of the American consciousness. It is a quiet, deliberate staging of memory.
The scene unfolds in 1940, captured through the hands of William H. Johnson. In this work, titled Street Life, Harlem, the artist uses oil on plywood to fix a specific moment in time. The texture of the wood provides a sturdy foundation for the figures and the urban environment they inhabit. It is a piece that belongs to the Smithsonian American Art Museum collection in Washington, D.C.
is a painting by the artist William H. Johnson. Created in 1941, the work depicts African-American life within the rural South during the 1940s. The composition focuses on a procession of figures moving through a landscape. A man is positioned at the front, guiding a mule, while other individuals follow behind in a wagon.
In this evocative portrait of the legendary contralto Marian Anderson, the master of the Harlem Renaissance, William H. Johnson weaves a visual tapestry that transcends mere likeness to capture the very soul of an icon. Painted in 1945, the work serves as a profound tribute to a woman whose voice broke through the barriers of racial injustice to enchant the world. Johnson does not merely depict a singer; he constructs…
In this evocative portrait from 1945, the legendary William H. Johnson invites us into a dreamlike landscape where history and myth converge. The painting presents a striking composition featuring two figures standing resolutely upon a dusty, earthen road. While the title pays homage to the indomitable Harriet Tubman, the visual narrative expands into a symbolic tableau of companionship and vigilance. A man stands prominently in the foreground, his hand gripping…
This arresting piece, "Come Unto Me, Little Children," immediately draws the viewer into a scene steeped in profound spiritual resonance. It is not merely an illustration; it feels like a captured moment of communal grace, rendered with an almost visceral immediacy. The composition centers around an elevated figure whose outstretched arms suggest both blessing and welcoming embrace. Surrounding this focal point are figures depicted in postures of deep reverence—kneeling, attentive,…
In 1944, William H. Johnson produced Army Training, a work characterized by a flattened perspective and a rhythmic, horizontal arrangement of figures. A group of men is positioned in a single line across the canvas, their bodies rendered with geometric simplicity. The composition relies on strong, dark outlines to define the silhouettes of the soldiers against a background of warm, earthy tones. Deep yellows, rich browns, and resonant reds dominate…
In the evocative masterpiece Sowing (III), created in 1941, the legendary American artist William H. Johnson invites us into a soulful moment of agricultural rhythm and communal strength.…
In the evocative masterpiece "Off to Market," painted in 1941, William H. Johnson invites us into a world that transcends mere landscape, offering instead a rhythmic, soulful window…
The Taj Mahal, built between 1632 and 1643 under the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan (reigned 1627–1658) for his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, is one of the most photographed…
In the evocative masterpiece Art Class Three Men, created in 1940, the legendary William H. Johnson invites viewers into a moment of profound creative communion. The painting captures…
This evocative black and white drawing, titled "Danish Street with Houses and Tree," transports the viewer to a moment suspended in quiet nostalgia. The composition is masterfully balanced,…
William Henry Johnson's "Mother and Child," created in 1945, is a deeply moving depiction of maternal love and familial connection. This artwork, housed within the Smithsonian American Art…
In the profound and visually arresting masterpiece Paul Robeson's Relations, created in 1945, William H. Johnson invites the viewer into a surreal, dreamlike landscape where the boundaries between…
In this oil on paperboard work, titled Three Great Abolitionists: A. Lincoln, F. Douglass, J. Brown, three central male figures are depicted in formal attire. Abraham Lincoln, Frederick…
The painting depicts a group of children playing in a lush, green outdoor setting. There are four primary figures in the scene: one child stands on the left,…
The composition centers on a stark silhouette of a cross, around which a gathering of figures converges in a shared ritual of grief. This scene captures a moment…
In the quiet presence of William H. Johnson’s Barefoot Seated Woman in Green Jacket, one finds an intimate dialogue between the viewer and a moment of profound stillness.…
In the vibrant, rhythmic brushstrokes of William H. Johnson’s 1944 masterpiece, Volunteer Workers, we are transported to the heart of a rural African American community, where the pulse…
In the evocative masterpiece Farm Couple at Work, created in 1944 by the legendary William H. Johnson, we are invited into a world that transcends mere rural documentation…
The air hangs thick and still around the central figure, a man suspended in a moment of profound, agonizing stillness. He wears a suit and tie, a formal…
In the evocative masterpiece Folk Scene Man with Banjo, created in 1944, the legendary William H. Johnson invites viewers into a soulful, rhythmic world where music and community…
The painting Still Life Fruit, Bottles is a work by the artist William H. Johnson. Created in 1939, this piece belongs to the genre of still life. It…
William H. Johnson’s painting, Sowing (1942), transports the viewer into a sun-drenched tableau of rural existence. It is more than just a depiction of figures walking through the…
In the captivating oil on canvas titled Bust of Man in Blue Jacket and Red Tie, we are invited into an intimate encounter with a figure that commands…
In the quietude of 1930, William H. Johnson captured a moment of profound stillness in his work, Study for Sun Setting, Denmark. This evocative painting invites the viewer…
In the profound and evocative masterpiece John Brown Legend, created in 1945, William H. Johnson invites viewers into a dreamlike realm where history and folklore collide. This complex,…
In the 1940 painting Folk Family, three figures are positioned on a red chair against a neutral background. A man, a woman, and a child occupy the center…
In the hauntingly evocative oil painting Bearded Kneeling Male Nude, created in 1940 by the visionary American artist William H. Johnson, we are confronted with a moment of…
In the intimate profile of Bust of Woman with Blue Hair and Green and Red Scarf, we encounter a moment of profound emotional depth captured through the lens…
The amber light of 1940 filters through a soft, morning haze, casting a warm glow over a scene of profound stillness in the American South. A man, a…
Gazing upon this watercolor, "Trees, Fjord and Mountains, Norway," one is immediately transported to a place of breathtaking, untamed grandeur. The scene unfolds with the delicate yet powerful…
In this evocative portrait of Henry Lawson, we encounter more than just a likeness; we step into the soul of an Australian icon. Captured in a moment of…
In the profound depths of Self Portrait with Pipe, created in 1937, we encounter not merely a likeness, but a visceral manifestation of identity and creative spirit. This…
The young man sits within the quiet gravity of a room, his gaze fixed directly upon the viewer. He wears a red jacket, a bold weight of color…
In the evocative landscape of Apple Blossoms, Norheimsund, Hardanger, we are transported to a moment where the raw power of nature meets the delicate ephemeral beauty of spring.…
In the profound and often unsettling depths of American history, few visual narratives command as much visceral attention as "Any Person May Kill and Destroy Said Slaves" by…
The painting titled Family Portrait was created by the artist William H. Johnson. This work is a portrait executed in 1944. It depicts a domestic scene involving a…
In the profound stillness of 1945, as the echoes of global conflict began to settle into the heavy atmosphere of a changing world, William H. Johnson captured something…
In the delicate dance of watercolor and light, Kerteminde Landscape emerges as a breathtaking testament to the expressive power of early 20th-century modernism. Created in 1932 by the…
In the quiet, evocative strokes of Portrait of a Boy, we encounter one of the most profound voices of the Harlem Renaissance. Painted in 1938, this work serves…
In the evocative watercolor "Farm Couple," created in 1940 by the master of American folk modernism, William H. Johnson, we are invited into a world that breathes with…
In the evocative masterpiece Seated Female Nude in Landscape, the legendary William H. Johnson invites viewers into a world where the boundaries between the human spirit and the…
In the evocative masterpiece Standing Woman in Red Bathing Suit with Hands on Head, created in 1940, we encounter a moment of profound psychological intensity captured through the…
William H. Johnson’s depiction of Crispus Attucks is far more than a mere historical tableau; it is a vibrant, emotionally charged gathering that pulls the viewer into a…
In the evocative watercolor "Farewell," created in 1942 by the master of the Harlem Renaissance, William H. Johnson, we are transported to a pivotal moment in American history.…
In the quietude of 1940, William H. Johnson captured a moment of profound stillness that transcends the simple act of sitting. Seated Man in Green Chair is not…
In the evocative masterpiece Seated Semi Nude Woman in Purple Playsuit, created in 1940, we are invited into a private, introspective world. The painting centers on a woman…
William H. Johnson’s Going to Market, painted in 1940, immediately immerses the viewer into a scene bursting with kinetic energy and rich human activity. This is no mere…
A quiet domestic scene unfolds within a sunlit room, centered on a woman engaged in the rhythmic labor of ironing. She stands beside a bed, her presence anchored…
Henry Lawson (1867–1922), one of Australia’s best-known authors, wrote short stories and ballads depicting the hardship of bush life. Lawson spent his childhood on a poor selection in…
Henry Lawson (1867–1922), one of Australia’s best-known authors, wrote short stories and ballads depicting the hardship of bush life. Lawson spent his childhood on a poor selection in…
In the evocative masterpiece Seated Female Nude on Brown Chair, created in 1940, the viewer is immediately transported into a world where color breathes and form dances. This…
In the quiet, introspective depths of William H. Johnson’s 1930 masterpiece, Portrait of Ilya Bolotowsky, we encounter more than just a likeness; we meet a profound psychological landscape.…
Gazing upon William Henry Johnson’s "Bazaars behind Church, Oslo," one is immediately transported across the sea and into the vibrant heart of a Nordic port city. This watercolor…
In the evocative painting Under Fire, created in 1942 by the master William H. Johnson, we are transported to a pivotal moment of historical tension and human movement.…
In the quiet intensity of Seated Woman in Green and Yellow Dress, we encounter one of the most profound psychological portraits of the twentieth century. Painted in 1940,…
In the evocative masterpiece Seated Woman in Red Playsuit, created in 1940, the legendary American artist William H. Johnson invites us into a world where modernism meets a…
In the quietude of 1940, William H. Johnson captured a scene that transcends the boundaries of time and medium. His work, Peace, serves as a profound meditation on…
In the evocative masterpiece Midnight Sun, Lofoten, created in 1937, the viewer is transported to a realm where the boundaries between reality and emotion dissolve into a breathtaking…
In the evocative landscape of William H. Johnson, nature is never merely a backdrop; it is a living, breathing protagonist. His 1936 masterpiece, Jolster, invites the viewer into…
In the profound landscape of American modernism, few voices resonate with as much rhythmic vitality and soulful depth as William H. Johnson. His 1945 masterpiece, Women Builders, serves…
Off to War is an oil on plywood painting by William H. Johnson. Created ca. 1942-1944, the work captures a specific moment of departure. The artist, William H.…
De fire motivene som forekommer hyppigst blant disse mesterverkene, med det fremste eksemplet på hvert av dem.
De 4 museene som innehar flest av maleriene på denne siden.
| Museum | By | Verker av William Johnson | Malerier fra denne listen |
|---|---|---|---|
 National Portrait Gallery |
Canberra | 3 | Henry Lawson, Henry Lawson, Henry Lawson |
 Smithsonian American Art Museum |
Washington, D.C. | 3 | Fright |
 The Kinsey African American Art - History Collection |
Los Angeles | 2 | Any Person May Kill and Destroy Said Slaves |
 Gibbes Museum of Art |
Charleston | 1 | Sowing |
In this evocative portrait of Henry Lawson, we encounter more than just a likeness; we step into the soul of an Australian icon. Captured in a moment of…
In this 1942 work, Lincoln at Gettysburg III, the artist William H. Johnson presents a stylized tableau of a significant historical moment. The composition avoids the literalism of…
Lincoln at Gettysburg III (1942). Deretter følger Street Life, Harlem (1940) og Going to Church (1941).
41 år gammel: Lincoln at Gettysburg III er fra 1942, og William Johnson ble født i 1901.
Lincoln at Gettysburg III, Street Life, Harlem, Going to Church, Marian Anderson, Harriet Tubman, The Red Road, Kerteminde Harbor, Come Unto Me, Little Children, Army Training og Kerteminde, Denmark. Rangeringen ovenfor viser årstallet og museet for hvert av dem.
Vår katalog inneholder 564 verk av William Johnson, datert fra 1915 til 1945.
De fleste av dem befinner seg i National Portrait Gallery (Canberra), Smithsonian American Art Museum (Washington, D.C.) og The Kinsey African American Art - History Collection (Los Angeles). Tabellen ovenfor lister opp museene ett etter ett.
I 1940s: 70 av de 100 verkene på denne siden er fra denne perioden, inkludert Lincoln at Gettysburg III.
Det eldste på denne siden er Henry Lawson (1915), det nyeste Marian Anderson (1945).
Portrait (16), African american (15) og Folk art (11), blant de 100 verkene på denne siden.
Oil On Canvas: 31 av 100 verk på denne siden.
Harlem renaissance og Modernism, som maleriene på denne siden viser.
Henry Lawson, Henry Lawson og Henry Lawson er blant de 3 verkene på denne siden som er i National Portrait Gallery, Canberra sin samling.
