United Kingdom Paintings

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A depiction of the Holy Family in a humble interior, with soft golden light illuminating the scene.

Holy Family

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Three young children in elaborate dresses stand together with a dog against green drapery and a sunlit garden visible behind them.

The Children of Charles I

Anthony van Dyck

The Court House by William A. V. Clark, oil painting depicting a grand architectural structure.

The Court House

William A. V. Clark

A woman in a copper-colored gown with pearls and a dark veil stands in three-quarter view against a dramatic sky, pointing right.

The Hon. Anne Boteler, Countess of Newport, later Countess of Portland (c.1610 – 1669)

Anthony van Dyck

A juggler performing in a lively scene.

A Juggler

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

Portrait head of a woman by Evelyn De Morgan features soft colors and intricate details.

Portrait head of a woman

Evelyn De Morgan

A portrait of Caroline Lambart, Countess of Cavan by Philip Alexius de László.

A portrait of Caroline Lambart, Countess of Cavan

Philip Alexius de László

A serene marine scene featuring a barge on calm waters.

A Barge

John Linnell

A man with dark curling hair, a pointed moustache, wearing a white ruff collar and dark clothing with a metallic glint on his shoulder, turns his head sharply left against a brownish background.

Thomas Wentworth (1593–1641), First Earl of Strafford

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of William Collins, R.A. by John Linnell, depicting the artist in a thoughtful pose.

William Collins, R.A.

John Linnell

Portrait of a gentleman by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing a man in rich attire with a steady gaze.

Portrait of a Gentleman

Anthony van Dyck

A bust-length portrait of a man with dark curly hair, a trimmed beard, and a white ruff collar against a dark background.

Portrait of a gentleman, bust-length

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of a gentleman, likely Sir Thomas Aston, painted by Gerard van Honthorst.

Portrait Of A Gentleman, Probably Sir Thomas Aston (1600-1646)

Gerard van Honthorst

A seated gentleman in a formal portrait by George Romney.

Portrait of a Gentleman, seated, probably William Suddel of Lancaster

George Romney

A broad stone bridge stretches across a misty river with arches reflected in rippling water beneath an overcast sky and hazy cityscape.

Waterloo Bridge, overcast weather

Claude Monet

A landscape showing a riverbank and meadow with red-roofed buildings, dark trees, reflective water, and a cloudy sky with a patch of blue.

Windsor from Lower Hope

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Anne, Lady Russell, later Countess of Bedford by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of Anne, Lady Russell, later Countess of Bedford (1615-1684)

Anthony van Dyck

A watercolor depicting Mount Rigi at sunrise over Lake Lucerne, showcasing a dramatic interplay of light and shadow.

The Dark Rigi: The Lake of Lucerne, Showing the Rigi at Sunrise

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Mrs. Asher B. Wertheimer by John Singer Sargent.

Portrait of Mrs. Asher B. Wertheimer

John Singer Sargent

A dramatic seascape depicting a fleet departing from the shore, enveloped in mist and golden light.

The Departure of the Fleet

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A round stone tower near the center reflects in still water, surrounded by boats with ochre sails, dense trees, and a small rowboat with a figure.

Tabley, Cheshire, the Seat of Sir J.F. Leicester, Bart.: Calm Morning

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A portrait of a lady traditionally identified as Miss Inchbold by George Romney.

Portrait of a lady, traditionally identified as Miss Inchbold

George Romney

A striking portrait of a horseman, showcasing George Romney's skill in capturing character.

Horseman of Montecavallo

George Romney

A serene view of Windsor Castle from the Thames, showcasing boats and figures along the shore.

Windsor Castle

Canaletto

A portrait of a lady adorned with a pearl earring.

Portrait of a lady with a pearl

Philip Alexius de László

Portrait of Charles I, Henrietta Maria, and their children by Anthony van Dyck.

Charles I and Henrietta Maria with their two eldest children, Prince Charles and Princess Mary

Anthony van Dyck

A historical painting depicting a dramatic moment involving Hotspur and the plotters.

Hotspur and the Plotters at Bangor

Robert Smirke

A richly dressed man in ornate armor rides a rearing brown horse with a winged figure hovering above and two figures below against a muted landscape.

Equestrian Portrait of the Duke of Buckingham

Peter Paul Rubens

A view of London through an arch of Westminster Bridge, capturing the bustling life on the Thames.

London: Seen Through an Arch of Westminster Bridge

Canaletto

Two young girls in white and blue gowns stand side by side, one adjusting the other's sleeve, with a spaniel sitting at their feet and a green drapery behind them.

Portrait of Elizabeth and Philadelphia Wharton

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Henrietta Maria of France, Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of Henrietta Maria of France, Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her regal presence.

Queen Henrietta Maria (1609-1669)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of a man, possibly Mr. Barclay, by Francis Wheatley.

Portrait Of A Man, Possibly Mr. Barclay

Francis Wheatley

Venetia Stanley stands crowned with a laurel wreath by two winged cherubs above, wearing rose-pink and green robes, with a sleeping cherub and a muscular male figure nearby against a stormy sky.

Portrait of Venetia, Lady Digby

Anthony van Dyck

A dramatic seascape depicting ships struggling against the wind as they head for anchorage.

Ships Bearing up for Anchorage (‘The Egremont Seapiece’)

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Thomas Howard, Earl of Arundel by Peter Paul Rubens, showcasing his dignified presence.

Thomas Howard, Earl of Arundel

Peter Paul Rubens

A serene landscape featuring a house beside a river, surrounded by trees and sheep.

House beside the River, with Trees and Sheep

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting depicting the New Horse Guards building in London from St James's Park.

London: the New Horse Guards from St James's Park

Canaletto

A portrait of a woman, traditionally identified as Lady Hervey, by Angelica Kauffmann.

Portrait of a woman, traditionally identified as Lady Hervey

Angelica Kauffmann

Portrait of a Young Man by Anthony van Dyck, featuring an elegantly dressed young man with a reserved gaze.

Portrait of a Young Man

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of a young man at his desk by George Romney.

Portrait of a Young Man at his Desk

George Romney

Portrait of William Hayley by George Romney.

William Hayley

George Romney

A dramatic depiction of enslaved Africans thrown overboard during a storm, with vivid colors illustrating the horror of the scene.

The Slave Ship

Joseph Mallord William Turner

This painting depicts an officer in a military uniform, showcasing George Romney's skill in portraiture.

Portrait Of An Officer Of The Corps Of Engineers, Half-Length, Formerly Identified As Sir George Grey

George Romney

Portrait of Lady Meadowbank by Sir Henry Raeburn, showcasing her dignified presence.

Portrait Of Anne Blair Maconochie Welwood Of Garvock, Lady Meadowbank (1784–1866)

Sir Henry Raeburn

Portrait of Arthur, Duke of Connaught by John Singer Sargent.

Portrait of Arthur, Duke of Connaught

John Singer Sargent

Portrait of Beatrice, Countess of Oxford by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegance and status.

Portrait of Beatrice, Countess of Oxford

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Captain James Forbes-Drummond in naval regalia by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Portrait Of Captain James Forbes-Drummond, R.N., Of Hawthornden

Sir Henry Raeburn

A young man with brown curling hair and a white lace collar gazes outward against a dark, neutral background.

Portrait of Charles Cavendish (1620-1643), officer in the Royalist army

Anthony van Dyck

A full-length portrait of Charles I in black armor with a gold chain, resting his hand on a table holding a crown and feathered helmet.

Portrait of Charles I, King of the Great Britain (1600-1649)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Charles Louis Elector Palatine and his brother Rupert of the Palatinate by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of Charles Louis Elector Palatine (1617-1680) and his brother, Rupert of the Palatinate (1619-1682)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Christiana Bruce, Lady Cavendish, Countess of Devonshire by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her dignified presence.

Portrait of Christiana Bruce, Lady Cavendish, Countess of Devonshire (d.1675)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Endymion Porter by Anthony van Dyck, depicting a gentleman in rich attire with a contemplative expression.

Portrait of Endymion Porter (1587-1649)

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of Miss Clavering by George Romney.

Miss Clavering

George Romney

This painting depicts Frances Alicia Bennet, showcasing her elegance and poise.

Portrait of Frances Alicia Bennet (b. 1749)

George Romney

Portrait of Francis North, 4th Earl of Guilford by George Romney.

Portrait of Francis North, 4th Earl of Guilford (1761-1817)

George Romney

Portrait of Miss Elizabeth Dalrymple by Sir Henry Raeburn, capturing her poised anticipation.

Miss Elizabeth Dalrymple (afterwards Mrs. George Leith)

Sir Henry Raeburn

A detailed depiction of a black-backed jackal in its natural habitat.

Black-backed Jackal

Charles Hamilton Smith

Niagara Falls in winter by Peter Cauierair, oil painting depicting icy landscape.

Niagara Falls in winter

Peter Cauierair

A dynamic scene of horses and men moving across Dartmoor, with splashing hooves and a vast sky above.

Dartmoor Drift, Devon

Arthur James Stark

Portrait of George Cowper by George Romney showcases the artist's skill in capturing personality.

Portrait Of George Cowper (1754-1787)

George Romney

A landscape painting depicting Blenheim House and Park with a dramatic sky and lush greenery.

Blenheim House and Park

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of George Morewood by George Romney showcases the subject's dignified presence.

Portrait of George Morewood (1720-1792) of Alfreton Park, Derbyshire

George Romney

A captivating illustration depicting a kneeling female figure, possibly inspired by 'The Arabian Nights'.

Illustration for an Eastern Romance, possibly ‘The Arabian Nights’, with Kneeling Female Figure at Right)

Robert Smirke

River scene with house, oil on canvas by Samuel H. Owen

River Scene with House

Samuel H. Owen

Portrait of Henry Jermyn by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing courtly elegance and intrigue.

Portrait of Henry Jermyn

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Mrs. Claud Mullins by Philip Alexius de László.

Mrs Claud Mullins, née Gwen Brandt

Philip Alexius de László

Portrait of Inigo Jones by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing the architect in a contemplative pose.

Portrait of Inigo Jones

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of James, 1st Duke of Hamilton by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing his aristocratic power.

Portrait of James, 1st Duke of Hamilton (1606-1649)

Anthony van Dyck

Full-length portrait of James Stuart, Duke of Lennox and Richmond, standing beside a seated fawn-colored dog, wearing black satin attire with a silver star and lace collar.

Portrait of James Stuart, Duke of Lennox and Richmond

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of John Baillie by Sir Henry Raeburn, capturing the thoughtful expression of the engineer.

Portrait of John Baillie (1772-1833)

Sir Henry Raeburn

Portrait of John Belasyse, later 1st Lord Belasyse of Worlaby, painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1637.

Portrait of John Belasyse, later 1st Lord Belasyse of Worlaby (1614-1689)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of John Davies Gilbert by John Linnell, showcasing the sitter's dignified presence.

Portrait of John Davies Gilbert

John Linnell

Portrait of John Redhead by George Romney.

Portrait Of John Redhead

George Romney

Canaletto's painting depicts the Monument to the Great Fire in mid-18th-century London.

The Monument from Gracechurch Street, London

Canaletto

A turbulent seascape depicting the aftermath of a shipwreck at dawn.

The Morning after the Wreck

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A helmeted head with a determined gaze, half-bathed in red, symbolizing wartime recruitment.

INF3-116 Forces Recruitment ATS (girl's helmeted head) Artist Abram Games

Abram Games

Two elegantly dressed women seated side by side, one in a silver gown with gold trim and pearls, the other in a black gown with a red wrap, against drapery and landscape.

Portrait of Ladies-in-Waiting to Queen Henrietta Maria

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Lady Nasmyth in a white dress and brown shawl, seated at a table with a book.

Portrait Of Lady Nasmyth, In A White Dress And Brown Shawl, Seated At A Table, Holding A Book

Sir Henry Raeburn

Whistler's 'Limehouse' captures the essence of a bustling riverside scene.

Limehouse‎

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

This painting depicts Oberon and Puck from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Oberon and Puck

Robert Smirke

Portrait of Mary Tighe by George Romney, showcasing the poet's elegance.

Portrait of Mary Tighe (1747-1791), Poet

George Romney

Portrait of Mary Villiers, Lady Herbert of Shurland by Anthony van Dyck.

Portrait of Mary Villiers, Lady Herbert of Shurland

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of May Sartoris by Frederic Leighton showcases intricate details and a rich color palette.

Portrait of May Sartoris, Mrs Henry Evans Gordon

Frederic Leighton

Portrait of Miss Barbara De Selincourt by Herbert James Draper.

Portrait Of Miss Barbara De Selincourt

Herbert James Draper

A portrait of Miss Elizabeth Tighe by George Romney, showcasing her in a white dress.

Portrait Of Miss Elizabeth Tighe (1774 -1857), Half-Length, Wearing A White Dress

George Romney

A vibrant still life painting featuring oranges and lemons by Walter Crane.

Oranges and Lemons

Walter Crane

This painting illustrates a scene from Shakespeare's works.

One from Illustrations to Shakespeare

Robert Smirke

A portrait of Mr. Spottiswood by Sir Henry Raeburn, showcasing a man in sober attire with a thoughtful expression.

Portrait Of Mr. Spottiswood

Sir Henry Raeburn

A portrait of Mrs. Andrew Reid by George Romney.

Portrait Of Mrs. Andrew Reid

George Romney

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