John Bates Noel was a British landscape painter predominantly known for his views of the West Midlands and Worcestershire. Born John William Noel Bates, his father was the accomplished artist David Bates. Noel exhibited several works at the Royal Academy and was also shown at the Royal Society of Artists in Birmingham and Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.

Exhibited

London Salon, Manchester City Art Gallery, New Gallery, Royal Academy in London, Royal Society of Artists in Birmingham, Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.

Timeline

1870

Born in Worcester to David Bates (1840-1921), an artist, and Elizabeth Bates.

1871

Living with family in Worcestershire.

Taught by his father.

1881

Lived with family in Great Malvern.

1891

Lived with his brother Paul, a picture dealer, in Worcester.

1894

Debuted at the Royal Academy with ‘Bluebells’. dAddress given as Richmond Villas, Sutton.

1900

Shown at the Royal Academy. Address given as Chantrey Road, Moseley.

1901

Lived in West Malvern.

1902

Shown at the Royal Academy.

1911

Lived in West Malvern with his wife, Ellen, two daughters and a servant.

1921

Lived in West Malvern with his wife, Ellen, and two daughters.

1927

Died.