James Hewlett (painter) facts for kids

Self Portrait, Seated at a Table (middle-aged)

Hollyhocks, Roses, &c. (c. 1795–1836)

Still Life with Fruit and Flowers on a Stone Ledge (1799–1836)

James Hewlett (1768–1836) was an English artist. He was famous for painting beautiful flowers.

Life of James Hewlett

James Hewlett was born on September 15, 1768. His father was a gardener. As a boy, James was friends with John Britton, who studied old things from Wiltshire.

James mostly worked in Bath. He painted flowers using water-colours. His paintings were known for their good drawing, bright colours, and how accurately they showed plants. Sometimes, he also painted other subjects, like gipsies. He showed his art at the Royal Academy and other art shows.

James Hewlett's Death

James Hewlett passed away on August 18, 1836. He died at Park House in Isleworth. He was buried in Isleworth Church. His wife had a monument built there to remember him.

Famous Artworks

James Hewlett's paintings are found in museums today.

• London (Victoria and Albert Museum): You can see five of his flower paintings there.

Portraits of James Hewlett

We know what James Hewlett looked like from a few artworks:

• Self-portrait: James Hewlett painted himself in oils when he was middle-aged. This painting is at the Victoria Art Gallery in Bath.
• Pencil drawing: John Varley drew a profile (side view) of James Hewlett in pencil. This drawing is also at the Victoria Art Gallery in Bath.