Randall Davies

Randall Davies was a British critic, writer, and collector active in the world of art history. Sources consistently describe him as a specialist in old master drawings and English watercolours, and the National Portrait Gallery identifies him as a critic, writer, and collector.

He is known for books such as Six Centuries of Painting and studies of major artists including Reynolds. He was also associated for many years with the Old Water-Colour Society's Club, serving as editor of its volumes, which fits with his long-standing interest in British art and collecting.

Born in 1866 and dying in 1946, Davies wrote for readers who wanted art explained clearly and enjoyably. His work sits at the meeting point of scholarship, connoisseurship, and readable popular history.