J.M.W. Turner, The Fighting Temeraire, 1839, National Gallery, London, UK. Detail.
Rain, steam, and speed—that is not only the title of a J. M. W. Turner (1775–1851) painting but also words that perfectly describe his artistic style. Joseph Mallord William Turner is among the world’s greatest artists, whose work is known for dynamism and skillful use of light to express mood. How well do you know him and his masterpieces? Let’s find out! Test your knowledge on Turner in our quiz. And perhaps you will learn something new along the way.
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First, let’s see if you were paying attention. What is the name of this painting?
Painting by J. M. W. Turner, 1844, National Gallery, London, UK.
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Elizabeth Provost
Elizabeth Provost is a visual arts journalist, editor, and scholar of the Italian Renaissance based in Toronto, Canada. Learn more about her on her website: www.elizabethprovost.com
