If you are considering selling a work by Cedric Morris, Dawsons offers specialist expertise in Modern British art and a deep understanding of Morris’s distinctive place within it. Best known for his bold use of colour, expressive brushwork, and celebrated flower paintings, Cedric Morris remains highly sought after by collectors, institutions, and private buyers.
Whether you own an oil painting, watercolour, or work on paper, our specialists ensure Morris’s work is carefully assessed and presented to an informed international audience.
Cedric Morris was both an influential artist and an important teacher, co-founding the East Anglian School of Painting and Drawing. His work is instantly recognisable for its intense colour palettes, direct observation of nature, and confident, unorthodox approach to form.
Collectors are particularly drawn to:
Flower paintings, especially irises, poppies, and lilies
Landscapes and garden scenes
Still lifes with strong colour contrasts
Works from the 1930s to 1950s
Paintings with clear provenance or exhibition history
Morris’s paintings balance modernist sensibility with a deeply personal vision, contributing to their enduring appeal.
The value of a Cedric Morris work depends on medium, subject matter, date, size, condition, and provenance. Flower paintings and well-composed oils generally command the strongest interest, though works on paper can also be highly desirable.
Dawsons offers free, no-obligation valuations, with the easiest way to begin being our online valuation form. Upload clear images of the front and reverse of the artwork, along with any known details such as inscriptions or exhibition history. For important works or collections, we can advise on arranging a secure home visit.
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Demand for Cedric Morris has grown steadily in recent years, supported by renewed academic interest and institutional recognition. His work sits comfortably alongside other leading figures of British modernism, attracting both established collectors and new buyers.
Paintings with strong colour, clear composition, and provenance continue to perform particularly well when presented with expertise and context.
Dawsons has handled a range of Modern British artworks, attracting competitive interest from UK and international buyers. Strong results reflect the continued appetite for distinctive British artists whose work combines originality with historical significance. You can browse our auction results archive to explore past sales and discover what similar works have achieved.
Clients selling Cedric Morris artworks with Dawsons often value our understanding of Modern British art and the importance of placing works with the right audience. From expressive still lifes and landscapes to works on paper, sellers regularly comment on the care, expertise, and confidence provided throughout the valuation and auction process. Read genuine Google reviews below from clients who entrusted us with their Cedric Morris art.
Yes — particularly flower paintings and strong oils from his most recognisable periods.
Yes. While oils often achieve higher prices, watercolours and drawings are actively collected.
Very much so. Exhibition history or direct links to the artist can enhance value.
Yes — original condition and quality of paint surface are important to collectors.
Payment is typically made within 14 working days once the buyer has settled in full.
Cedric Morris occupies a distinctive position in British art, combining modernist experimentation with a deeply personal response to nature. His vibrant flower paintings, in particular, remain among the most recognisable works of 20th-century British art.
At Dawsons, our specialists ensure works by Cedric Morris are valued with academic understanding, presented with care, and offered to collectors who truly appreciate their artistic and historical significance.
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