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Cornelius Varley

Cornelius Varley

  November 21, 1781
  October 2, 1873
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A virtuoso artist and inventor, a visionary who excelled in science and the arts alike - these are just some of the titles Cornelius Varley (1781-1873) earned in the world of art and science. His contributions to society are of unparalleled importance, including the invention of the graphic telescope and microscope. Varley, born in Hackney, then a village north of London, found his artistic inspiration and scientific talent in the bosom of his own family. One of his brothers, John Varley, an accomplished watercolorist and astrologer, introduced him to the world of art. Traveling together through Wales sparked Cornelius Varley's love of painting. Under the tutelage of his uncle, a maker of scientific instruments, he developed a passion for natural science. Over the years, Cornelius has masterfully utilized his expertise in both art and science, making immeasurable contributions in both fields.

Cornelius Varley's oeuvre is a symphony of classical themes, infused with architectural elements and richly detailed figures. His etchings of boats and other watercraft on the Thames remain unforgotten to this day. Varley's masterpieces, however, are more than just artistic creations. His inventions, including improvements to the camera lucida and camera obscura long used by artists, enabled him to sketch both landscapes and microscopic studies with impressive clarity. Varley's tireless ambition and drive for innovation made him an outstanding inventor of his time. His achievements won multiple awards, including silver medals from the Society of Arts and the prestigious Isis Gold Medal for improvements to microscopes. The graphic telescope, a groundbreaking invention Varley created in 1809 and patented in 1811, is a testament to his inventive mind. After being unable to find a manufacturer willing to produce it, he took manufacturing into his own hands. This determination was rewarded at the Great Exhibition of 1851, where he received a medal for his graphic telescope.

In our quest to honor Varley's immeasurable contributions to art and science, we offer fine art prints of his impressive works. Each print is reproduced with the utmost care and dedication to preserve the delicacy and precision of Varley's original works. From his carefully crafted classical subjects to his stunning depictions of boats on the Thames, these fine art prints are windows into a bygone era when art and science went hand in hand. Experience the fascination of Cornelius Varley's genius through our exclusive art prints. Depicting both the splendor of nature and the advancement of technology, his works are more than just paintings - they are contemporary witnesses to the immense beauty and relentless pursuit of knowledge. With our art prints, we bring Cornelius Varley's incomparable art and inventions into your home.

Cornelius Varley

Cornelius Varley
  November 21, 1781
  October 2, 1873
   •   Nonclassified artists   •   Wikipedia: Cornelius Varley

A virtuoso artist and inventor, a visionary who excelled in science and the arts alike - these are just some of the titles Cornelius Varley (1781-1873) earned in the world of art and science. His contributions to society are of unparalleled importance, including the invention of the graphic telescope and microscope. Varley, born in Hackney, then a village north of London, found his artistic inspiration and scientific talent in the bosom of his own family. One of his brothers, John Varley, an accomplished watercolorist and astrologer, introduced him to the world of art. Traveling together through Wales sparked Cornelius Varley's love of painting. Under the tutelage of his uncle, a maker of scientific instruments, he developed a passion for natural science. Over the years, Cornelius has masterfully utilized his expertise in both art and science, making immeasurable contributions in both fields.

Cornelius Varley's oeuvre is a symphony of classical themes, infused with architectural elements and richly detailed figures. His etchings of boats and other watercraft on the Thames remain unforgotten to this day. Varley's masterpieces, however, are more than just artistic creations. His inventions, including improvements to the camera lucida and camera obscura long used by artists, enabled him to sketch both landscapes and microscopic studies with impressive clarity. Varley's tireless ambition and drive for innovation made him an outstanding inventor of his time. His achievements won multiple awards, including silver medals from the Society of Arts and the prestigious Isis Gold Medal for improvements to microscopes. The graphic telescope, a groundbreaking invention Varley created in 1809 and patented in 1811, is a testament to his inventive mind. After being unable to find a manufacturer willing to produce it, he took manufacturing into his own hands. This determination was rewarded at the Great Exhibition of 1851, where he received a medal for his graphic telescope.

In our quest to honor Varley's immeasurable contributions to art and science, we offer fine art prints of his impressive works. Each print is reproduced with the utmost care and dedication to preserve the delicacy and precision of Varley's original works. From his carefully crafted classical subjects to his stunning depictions of boats on the Thames, these fine art prints are windows into a bygone era when art and science went hand in hand. Experience the fascination of Cornelius Varley's genius through our exclusive art prints. Depicting both the splendor of nature and the advancement of technology, his works are more than just paintings - they are contemporary witnesses to the immense beauty and relentless pursuit of knowledge. With our art prints, we bring Cornelius Varley's incomparable art and inventions into your home.





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The Market Place, Ross, Hertford...
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Portrait of J.M.W. Turner
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Bell's Improved Reaping Machine,...
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Betley Church: pen and sepia dra...
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Cottages at Llanllyfni, North Wa...
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Betley Park: sepia wash drawing,...
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Patshull Park - Lodge: sepia was...
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Betley Hall: sepia wash drawing,...
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Bell's improved reaping machine ...
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Betley - Farmhouse: pen and sepi...
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Sunlight over a Lake near Snowdo...
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A Sailing Barge being loaded wit...
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Somerford Hall: sepia drawing
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Remains of Parton Hall, Stafford...
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Undated | Brown wash, pen and black ink and graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper mounted on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | Watercolor, gray wash and graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper

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Llyn Gwynant, North Wales (water...
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Somerford Hall: sepia drawing
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Illustration to Gertrude of Wyom...
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Undated | Watercolor, graphite, and black ink on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | Graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper mounted on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper

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Wrottesley Hall: sepia drawing, ...
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Chillington Hall: sepia drawing
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Betley Hall: sepia wash drawing,...
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Undated | Graphite on medium, cream, slightly textured wove paper mounted on medium, cream, slightly textured wove paper

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Undated | Gray wash and graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper

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Market Place, Hereford, 1803
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Craig Goch, Moel Hebog, North Wa...
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Cornelius Varley
 
Undated | Graphite with black chalk on medium, slightly-textured, blued white laid paper

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Undated | Graphite, pen and black ink and gray wash on medium, moderately textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | Watercolor over traces of graphite on ivory wove paper

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Patshull House: sepia wash drawi...
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Woodford - Cottages: sepia drawi...
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Boats on a River, Windmill in Di...
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Wrottesley Hall - View of Malver...
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Chillington Hall: sepia drawing,...
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Undated | graphite on wove paper; laid down

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Undated | Graphite on medium, moderately textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | Graphite on thin, cream, slightly smooth wove paper, mounted on medium, cream, slightly textured wove paper

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Wrottesley Hall - The Shrubbery:...
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Wrottesley Hall - The Shrubbery:...
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Two Beached Fishing Boats, 1809.
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Cornelius Varley
 
Undated | Watercolor, graphite and varnish on thick, cream, moderately textured wove paper

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Cornelius Varley
 
Undated | Watercolor, brown wash, graphite, and white gouache on medium, moderately textured, cream wove paper

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View of Moel Siabod from Beddgel...
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Undated | graphite with watercolor on wove paper

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Children outside their school at...
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Undated | Gray wash and graphite on medium, unknown color, slightly textured wove paper mounted on contemporary card

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Mountain Panorama in Wales - Cad...
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Wrottesley Park: sepia drawing, ...
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Illustration to The Lady of the ...
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Cornelius Varley
 
Undated | Watercolor and graphite on thick, moderately textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | Brown wash, brown gouache, and graphite with pen and brown ink on thick, moderately textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | etching on off-white wove paper

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Undated | Watercolor with gray wash over graphite on medium, slightly textured, cream wove paper

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Undated | Black chalk, graphite, and white chalk on medium, moderately textured, blue wove paper

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Undated | Pen lithograph on cream wove paper

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PD.4-1967 Mountainous landscape ...
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Undated | Watercolor and graphite on cream, medium, slightly-textured laid paper

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Undated | Graphite on thin, cream, smooth wove paper mounted on medium, cream, slightly textured wove paper

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