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John James Masquerier Collection

John James Masquerier, a renowned portrait artist of the 19th century, captured the essence and beauty of his subjects through his exquisite paintings

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Bonaparte Reviewing the Consular Guard (La Revue du Quintidi). Creator: Charles Turner

Bonaparte Reviewing the Consular Guard (La Revue du Quintidi). Creator: Charles Turner
Bonaparte Reviewing the Consular Guard (La Revue du Quintidi)

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Joanna Baillie, portrait

Joanna Baillie, portrait
6317478 Joanna Baillie, portrait. by Masquerier, John James (1778-1855) (after); (add.info.: Joanna Baillie, 1762 - 1851. Scottish poet and dramatist. After an engraving by H)

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1920). Creator: John James Masquerier

Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1920). Creator: John James Masquerier
Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1920). Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, (1800-1870) by artist John James Masquerier. From " The Connoisseur Vol. LVI" [Otto Limited, London, 1920.]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Portrait of Miss Mary Reynolds (Mrs. Houlthurst), 1809, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier

Portrait of Miss Mary Reynolds (Mrs. Houlthurst), 1809, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier
Portrait of Miss Mary Reynolds (Mrs. Houlthurst), 1809, (1922). From Masquerier and His Circle, by R. R. M. See. [The Connoisseur, London, 1922]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Amy Joan Greatorex, 1809, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier

Amy Joan Greatorex, 1809, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier
Amy Joan Greatorex, 1809, (1922). From Masquerier and His Circle, by R. R. M. See. [The Connoisseur, London, 1922]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier

Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier
Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe, 1805, (1922). From Masquerier and His Circle, by R. R. M. See. [The Connoisseur, London, 1922]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Miss Mary Macintyre, 1803, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier

Miss Mary Macintyre, 1803, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier
Miss Mary Macintyre, 1803, (1922). The work is part of the Veil-Picard Collection. From Masquerier and His Circle, by R. R. M. See. [The Connoisseur, London, 1922]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Mrs. Mountain, 1802, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier

Mrs. Mountain, 1802, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier
Mrs. Mountain, 1802, (1922). From Masquerier and His Circle, by R. R. M. See. [The Connoisseur, London, 1922]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Bonaparte as First Consul, 1800, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier

Bonaparte as First Consul, 1800, (1922). Artist: John James Masquerier
Bonaparte as First Consul, 1800, (1922). From Masquerier and His Circle, by R. R. M. See. [The Connoisseur, London, 1922]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Mrs Chandler, c1815. Artist: John James Masquerier

Mrs Chandler, c1815. Artist: John James Masquerier
Mrs Chandler, c1815. From The Connoisseur Vol LX, [Otto Limited, London, 1921]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Rosoman Mountain, c1804. Artist: Charles Turner

Rosoman Mountain, c1804. Artist: Charles Turner
Rosoman Mountain, c1804. After John James Masquerier (1778-1855). From The Connoisseur Volume XXIII. [The Connoisseur Ltd. London, 1909]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Portrait of Mrs. Kenyon, 1807, (1919). Artist: John James Masquerier

Portrait of Mrs. Kenyon, 1807, (1919). Artist: John James Masquerier
Portrait of Mrs. Kenyon, 1807. From The Connoisseur Volume LV [Otto Limited, London, 1919]

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Anne, the Wife of Lieutenant Colonel Hamilton, c1805, (1912). Artist: John James Masquerier

Anne, the Wife of Lieutenant Colonel Hamilton, c1805, (1912). Artist: John James Masquerier
Anne, the Wife of Lieutenant Colonel Hamilton, c1805, (1912). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1912)

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Joanna Baillie, Scottish poetess and dramatist, (1870). Artist: H Robinson

Joanna Baillie, Scottish poetess and dramatist, (1870). Artist: H Robinson
Joanna Baillie, Scottish poetess and dramatist, (1870). An engraving of Baillie (1762-1851) from Robert Chambers A Biographical Dictionary of Eminent Scotsmen, Blackie and Son, (Glasgow, Edinburgh)

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Anne Hamilton, 1805

Anne Hamilton, 1805. Portrait of the wife of Lt Colonel Hamilton

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Mademoiselle Celine Parisot, 1799. Artist: Charles Turner

Mademoiselle Celine Parisot, 1799. Artist: Charles Turner
Mademoiselle Celine Parisot, 1799

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Miss Anna Elizabeth Clements, 19th century (1913). Artist: John James Masquerier

Miss Anna Elizabeth Clements, 19th century (1913). Artist: John James Masquerier
Miss Anna Elizabeth Clements, 19th century (1913). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1913)

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: Joanna Baillie, 1762 - 1851. Scottish poet and dramatist. After an engraving by H

Joanna Baillie, 1762 - 1851. Scottish poet and dramatist. After an engraving by H. Robinson from a painting by John James Masquerier

Background imageJohn James Masquerier Collection: M. Gauci after John James Masquerier (British (?), active c

M. Gauci after John James Masquerier (British (?), active c. 1810-1846), John Forbes Mitchell, 1823, lithograph on papier colle


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John James Masquerier, a renowned portrait artist of the 19th century, captured the essence and beauty of his subjects through his exquisite paintings. His talent for portraiture is evident in works such as "Elizabeth Jane Hinchcliffe" (1805), where he skillfully portrays her grace and elegance. In "Portrait of Miss Mary Reynolds" (1809), Masquerier captures her captivating gaze, leaving viewers mesmerized by her allure. Masquerier's attention to detail is showcased in "Amy Joan Greatorex" (1809), where every brushstroke brings out the delicate features of this young woman. Similarly, in "Miss Mary Macintyre" (1803), he highlights her poise and sophistication with remarkable precision. Not limited to female subjects alone, Masquerier also painted notable figures like Bonaparte in "Bonaparte as First Consul" (1800). This piece showcases his versatility as an artist, capturing the powerful presence and commanding aura of Napoleon Bonaparte. Among his many portraits, Masquerier also depicted Mrs. Chandler around 1815 with great finesse. Her expression reflects both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. Collaborating with other artists like Charles Turner on occasions such as Rosoman Mountain's portrait from circa 1804 demonstrates Masquerier's ability to work harmoniously with others while maintaining his unique style. In addition to these masterpieces, Masquerier immortalized individuals like Mrs. Kenyon in 1807; her portrait radiates warmth and kindness that resonates even after centuries have passed. Another notable subject was Anne Hamilton, wife of Lieutenant Colonel Hamilton around 1805; here we witness a glimpse into their lives through Masquerier's artistry.