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George Chinnery Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by George Chinnery 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 George Chinnery · 1774 – 1852

Portrait of Nathan Dunn by George Chinnery, 1830

1830 · Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia

This 1830 oil portrait by George Chinnery captures a dignified gentleman in classical realism. Discover this timeless masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Self-Portrait, George Chinnery

1800 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 94.0 x 81.3cm

This 1800 oil self-portrait by George Chinnery features dramatic chiaroscuro and a contemplative mood. Discover this masterpiece today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Portrait of a Gentleman

1800 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 7.6 x 6.0cm

This delicate 1800 portrait miniature by George Chinnery captures a young man with luminous detail. Discover this elegant masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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George Chinnery: A Man Called W. C. Hunter

1825 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 29.2 x 22.9cm

This 1825 profile portrait by George Chinnery features warm tones and rich red drapery. Discover this elegant oil on canvas masterpiece today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Portrait of Harriet Low – George Chinnery

1833 · Peabody Essex Museum, Salem

This elegant 1833 oil portrait by George Chinnery captures Harriet Low in a romanticized style. Discover this timeless masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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A Man Carrying Faggot – George Chinnery

1799 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 29.8 x 24.1cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Self-Portrait by George Chinnery, 1825

1825 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 22 x 18 cm

Discover George Chinnery’s ‘Self-Portrait’ (1825). An enigmatic oil painting showcasing a refined figure in Chinese style. Explore realism & expressive brushwork – a unique piece!

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Art Movement: Realism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Chinese Scene with figures playing a game, George Chinnery

1835 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Chinese Shore Scene - Two Fishermen with Skate, George Chinnery

1835 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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An English Family in Macao – George Chinnery

1835 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 73.0 x 58.7cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Portrait of a Man Playing a Guitar (1835) by George Chinnery

1835 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 30.5 x 26.4cm

This romantic 1835 portrait by George Chinnery captures a musician in elegant detail. Shop this timeless masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Romanticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Chinese Gambler by George Chinnery, 1840

1840 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 15.2 x 20.3cm

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Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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M. Durand by George Chinnery, 1847

1847 · New York Historical Society, New York City

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Gilbert Elliot, 1st Earl of Minto (1751-1814), Viceroy of British India and Governor General of the Dutch East Indies (1812-14), George Chinnery, 1812 - 1847 by George Chinnery, 1847

1847 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 238 x 149 cm

Admire George Chinnery’s 1812 portrait of Gilbert Elliot, 1st Earl of Minto. Oil on canvas, rich details & formal style capture a pivotal British figure.

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Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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John Lyon (1812) by George Chinnery

1812 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 20.3 x 17.5cm

This intimate 1812 profile portrait by George Chinnery captures a serene scholar. Discover the beauty of this classical masterpiece today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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An Unknown Man, 1835, George Chinnery

1835 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 35.6 x 30.5cm

This somber 1835 portrait by George Chinnery captures a man in classical realist style. Discover the depth of this oil on canvas masterpiece.

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Portrait of a young Eurasian lady, George Chinnery

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Houqua

1843 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 64 x 46 cm

Painted by George Chinnery during his time in Madras (Chennai), this artwork exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing portraiture and incorporating decorative elements into a scene.

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Art Movement: British Romantic Painting
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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The Hongs at Canton

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Portrait Of A Lady, Small Full-length, In A White Dress And A Blue Shawl, Holding A Basket Standing In A Garden

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Chinese Barber Outside The American Factory In Canton

Coleton Fishacre

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Portrait of a Gentleman Called Michael Thomas Sadler

Yale Center for British Art, New Haven · original 7.9 x 6.7cm

This delicate Neoclassical miniature by George Chinnery captures a poised gentleman. Discover the elegance of this fine watercolor portrait today.

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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George Chinnery, Hindu Temple, near Benares, India (1813)

1813 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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George Chinnery: Indian Watering Place with Women and Cattle in a Stream

1813 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

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Color Palette: Earthy

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Popularity: No. 24 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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Indian Scene With Rivers and Mountains, 1813, George Chinnery

1813 · Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 170 artworks by George Chinnery
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The artist

George Chinnery

1774 – 1852

Quick facts

Typical colorsearthy, neutrals
Vibeclassic
Born1774, Gough Square, United Kingdom
Best occasionsconversation, mood
Emotional tonereflective
Died1852
Topics exploredportrait, asia, portraits, british art, landscape
Museums on APSRijksmuseum, Nationalmuseum, Philadelphia Museum of Art, National Portrait Gallery, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Biography

Early Life and Training (1774-1801)

Born: London, United Kingdom, in 1774
Family Background: His father was an exponent of the Gurney system of shorthand.
Artistic Education: Studied at the Royal Academy Schools in London. This provided a foundation in classical techniques and artistic principles.
Early Career: Experienced some success as an artist in Ireland before moving to Madras (Chennai) in 1802.

Life in Asia: India and China (1802-1852)

Move to India: Sailed to Madras in 1802, establishing himself as a painter within the British community.
Calcutta Residency: Became the leading artist of the British community in Calcutta (Kolkata). This period marked his most prolific and influential years.
Portraits of Prominent Figures: Painted portraits of notable individuals, including Colonel James Achilles Kirkpatrick and his family. These works offer insights into colonial society and familial relationships.
Move to Southern China: Due to mounting debt, he relocated to Macau in 1825.
Macau Period: Continued painting portraits of European merchants, Chinese residents, and sea captains. His style was closely imitated by the Cantonese artist Lam Qua.
Hong Kong Visit: Made a six-month visit to Hong Kong in 1846, documenting the newly founded colony through detailed studies.

Artistic Style and Techniques

Portraiture Focus: Chinnery is best known for his portraits, capturing likenesses with sensitivity and detail.
Orientalist Influences: His work reflects elements of Orientalism, depicting Asian subjects within a European artistic framework. However, his portrayals often exhibit a degree of empathy and observation beyond simple exoticization.
Mediums Used: Primarily worked in oil paint and watercolor. He also produced numerous pencil drawings.
Unique Shorthand Notes: Chinnery used a modified version of the Gurney shorthand system to jot down quick notes on his sketches, providing valuable contextual information about his subjects and observations.
Influence of Local Artists: His style was influenced by local Chinese artistic traditions, particularly in his landscapes and depictions of everyday life.

Major Achievements and Historical Significance

Leading Western Artist in South China: Chinnery was the only Western painter resident in southern China between the early and mid-19th century, making him a unique chronicler of the region’s people and landscapes.
Documenting Colonial Life: His paintings provide valuable historical documentation of British colonial life in India and Macau, as well as the interactions between Europeans and Asians.
Influence on Chinese Art: Chinnery’s influence extended to local artists like Lam Qua, who adopted his portrait style.
Depiction of Ordinary People: His works vividly depict the lives of ordinary people, offering a rare glimpse into everyday existence during that period.
Literary Connection: Served as inspiration for the character Aristotle Quance in James Clavell’s novel Tai-pan.

Death and Legacy (1852 - Present)

Death: Died in Macau on May 30, 1852, and is buried in the Old Protestant Cemetery.
Collections: Substantial collections of his drawings are held at the Victoria and Albert Museum and the British Museum (London), Peabody Essex Museum (Salem, Massachusetts), Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Macau Museum, and Macau Museum of Art.
Ongoing Recognition: Exhibitions of his work have been held internationally, demonstrating continued interest in his art and historical significance.

Questions & Answers

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To find works by George Chinnery in a specific palette, use the artist's By Palettes page.

What moods do George Chinnery's artworks express?

The artist's Mood Room page shows George Chinnery's artworks arranged by their atmosphere.

Where are George Chinnery's artworks grouped by technique?

George Chinnery's works can be browsed by medium on the artist's All Medium page.

By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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