John Bonny: A Painter of English Idols John Bonny (1874-1948) remains a quietly significant figure in late 19th and early 20th century British landscape painting. Often operating under the pseudonym W. Norris, he cultivated an evocative style deeply rooted in the traditions of the Pre-Raphaelites and the idyllic landscapes favored by artists like Turner and Constable. His work isn’t characterized by grand narratives or dramatic events; instead, Bonny meticulously captured the subtle beauty of rural England – the meandering rivers, the quiet farms, the dappled light filtering through ancient…