This year marks 250 years since the birth of Joseph Mallord William Turner, one of the most celebrated and visionary artists in British history. To honour this milestone, Sotheby’s is proud to present three remarkable works by Turner, including: His first-ever exhibited oil painting at the Royal Academy, a luminous study of a beech tree, and the majestic watercolour "Lake of Geneva from Above Vevey" – unseen at auction since 1890.
In this video, we explore Turner’s extraordinary technical brilliance, from his bold use of pigment to his masterful manipulation of light and atmosphere. Discover how he captured the dazzling beauty of the Swiss landscape with both precision and poetry.
Whether you're a lifelong admirer or just discovering Turner for the first time, this is a celebration not to be missed.
