Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851) has become one of the most beloved figures in art history. His extensive breadth of work predominantly depicts landscapes and architectural studies while also telling the story of the rapidly modernising world he lived in.

Turner shared a relationship with contemporary artist Richard Parkes Bonington (1802-1828), characterised by mutual admiration and artistic influence. While Bonington's early death tragically curtailed the extent of their interactions, Turner's admiration for Bonington's innovative approach to capturing light and atmosphere, particularly evident in his watercolour works, undoubtedly left a mark on Turner's own artistic evolution, shaping the trajectory of British landscape painting for generations to come.

In celebration of the Collection’s exhibit Turner and Bonington: Watercolours from the Wallace Collection we invite you to explore the lasting legacy of two beloved English painters.