United Kingdom Paintings

Browse free public domain artworks from United Kingdom — paintings, illustrations, and museum pieces.

Walter Crane's illustration to Shakespeare’s Tempest captures a scene from the play with vivid colors and intricate details.

illustration to Shakespeare’s Tempest

Walter Crane

Portrait of a woman named Serena by George Romney.

Serena

George Romney

Joseph Mallord William Turner's painting depicts Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in a fiery furnace, surrounded by vibrant flames.

Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the Burning Fiery Furnace

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Angelica Kauffmann's painting 'Shakespeare’s Tomb' captures a historical moment with elegant figures.

Shakespeare’s Tomb

Angelica Kauffmann

A poignant farewell scene between a daughter and her father.

The Major’s Daughter; Clara Vinrace’s Farewell to her Father

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A dramatic maritime scene depicting ships near a breakwater under a stormy sky.

Shipping by a Breakwater

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A dynamic seascape depicting ships at the East Cowes Headland during a regatta.

Shipping off East Cowes Headland

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Walter Crane's 'Jack and the bean-stalk Pl.3' illustrates a scene from the famous fairy tale.

Jack and the bean-stalk Pl.3

Walter Crane

Walter Crane's 'Jack and the bean-stalk Pl.7' features vibrant colors and whimsical characters.

Jack and the bean-stalk Pl.7

Walter Crane

Portrait of Sir George Sitwell, Lady Ida Sitwell, and their family by John Singer Sargent.

Sir George Sitwell, Lady Ida Sitwell and Family

John Singer Sargent

Portrait of Sir Kenelm Digby by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing his introspective gaze and rich attire.

Sir Kenelm Digby (1603–1665)

Anthony van Dyck

A landscape painting depicting the Millbank area in London by Whistler.

Millbank

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A charming illustration depicting the month of January with winter themes.

January

Kate Greenaway

A dynamic sketch capturing the Cowes Regatta with yachts racing against the wind and East Cowes Castle in the background.

Sketch for ‘East Cowes Castle, the Regatta Beating to Windward’ No. 1

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A sketch capturing the excitement of the Cowes Regatta with yachts and East Cowes Castle in the background.

Sketch for ‘East Cowes Castle, the Regatta Starting for Their Moorings’ No. 1

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A sketch depicting yachts starting to break from their moorings at East Cowes Castle.

Sketch for ‘East Cowes Castle, the Regatta Starting for Their Moorings’ No. 3

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A lively harvest dinner scene sketched by Turner, depicting villagers celebrating the end of the season.

Sketch for ‘Harvest Dinner, Kingston Bank’

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A serene depiction of Dovedale, showcasing the River Dove winding through limestone cliffs.

In Dovedale

John Linnell

Frederic Leighton's painting 'A Girl' captures a young girl in a serene pose.

A Girl

Frederic Leighton

A vibrant depiction of summer flowers in a lush garden setting.

June

Kate Greenaway

A scene depicting Katherina and Grumio from Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew.'

Katherina and Grumio

Robert Smirke

A serene depiction of Somer Hill House in the English countryside by Turner.

Somer Hill, Tonbridge

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Paul Nash's 'Sorrow' captures a haunting landscape filled with emotional depth.

Sorrow

Paul Nash

This painting depicts Falstaff selecting his troops from Shakespeare's play.

King Henry IV, pt. 2, III, 2, Falstaff selecting his troops

Robert Smirke

A still life painting featuring various tools for sharpening blades.

Knives, Scissars, and Razors to Grind

Francis Wheatley

A vibrant depiction of spring flowers by Lawrence Alma-Tadema.

Spring Flowers

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A lively scene depicting Donnybrook Fair with colorful figures and activities.

Donnybrook Fair

Francis Wheatley

A serene landscape painting of St Catherine’s Hill in Guildford, illuminated by sunlight breaking through the clouds.

St Catherine’s Hill, Guildford

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A dramatic depiction of St Michael's Mount, Cornwall, showcasing turbulent seas and a stormy sky.

St Michael's Mount, Cornwall

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A head study of a young girl by George Romney showcasing delicate features.

Head study of a young girl

George Romney

A colorful still life painting of flowers by Kate Greenaway.

Vase of flowers

Kate Greenaway

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway depicting children in a whimsical setting.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.01

Kate Greenaway

A sketch by George Romney showcasing his unique style.

Sketch

George Romney

Frederic Leighton's 'Standing Male Nude' showcases the human form with grace.

Standing male nude

Frederic Leighton

Walter Crane's 'I Saw Three Ships' depicts a serene marine scene with ships sailing under a bright sky.

I saw Three Ships

Walter Crane

A dynamic sketch depicting Ulysses taunting Polyphemus from his ship.

Sketch for ‘Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus’

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Sketch of Boats near a Cliff, watercolor on paper by British 19th Century

Sketch of Boats near a Cliff

British 19th Century

Portrait of Barbara Wilberforce seated with her child, showcasing familial warmth.

Mrs. William Wilberforce and Child

John Linnell

A dramatic seascape depicting a stormy sea with dolphins leaping through crashing waves.

Stormy Sea with Dolphins

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A still life painting featuring fresh gathered peas.

Fresh Gathered Peas, Young Hastings

Francis Wheatley

This painting depicts a detailed representation of a ferret in its natural habitat.

Eira Ferruginea – Gulo Castaneus Griffith’s Cuvier

Charles Hamilton Smith

A portrait of Mrs. Siddons by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon.

Mrs. Siddons

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

A depiction of busy shipping activity at the Thames estuary, capturing the dynamic maritime life.

Shipping at the Mouth of the Thames

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A detailed depiction of a fox in a natural setting.

Guaraxa Aguara-Fox

Charles Hamilton Smith

Herbert James Draper's study for Ceres and Juno showcases intricate details and vibrant colors.

Studies for Ceres and Juno in ‘Prospero Summoning Nymphs and Deities’

Herbert James Draper

A depiction of a wild dog in a natural setting.

Wild Dog of Natolla

Charles Hamilton Smith

Frederic Leighton's 'Studies of a standing draped figure' showcases a detailed study of drapery and form.

Studies of a standing draped figure

Frederic Leighton

Standing young woman in Victorian attire, seen in profile

Kate Greenaway

Herbert James Draper's 'Study for ‘Song’' features a captivating mythological theme.

Study for ‘Song’

Herbert James Draper

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway featuring children playing near a window.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.59

Kate Greenaway

Frederic Leighton's 'Study for the Portrait of Hannah, Countess of Roseberry' showcases a detailed depiction of the countess.

Study for the Portrait of Hannah, Countess of Roseberry

Frederic Leighton

A depiction of small boats beside a large man-o’-war ship, showcasing the contrast between naval power and everyday life at sea.

Small Boats beside a Man-o’-War

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Study of Three Arabs by John Frederick Lewis showcases intricate details and cultural representation.

Study Of Three Arabs

John Frederick Lewis

This painting depicts two figures, one seated and the other standing, showcasing George Romney's skill in figurative art.

Study of Two Figures; One Seated, the Other Standing

George Romney

A dramatic depiction of a steamship struggling against a snowstorm at sea.

Snow Storm: Steam-Boat off a Harbour's Mouth

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A charming illustration depicting the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Pl 21

Kate Greenaway

Walter Crane's 'Snow White' features a whimsical representation of the classic fairy tale.

Snow White

Walter Crane

Portrait of Mrs. Charles Badham by Ingres showcases refined elegance.

Mrs. Charles Badham

Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

A sketch depicting a twilight scene with cattle wading in water beside a crumbling ruin.

The Quiet Ruin, Cattle in Water; A Sketch, Evening

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A yacht sails through choppy waters beneath a dramatic sky in Turner's 'Seascape with a Yacht (?)'.

Seascape with a Yacht (?)

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A charming illustration depicting a child's daily life.

A day in a child’s life Pl.22

Kate Greenaway

The Elopement by Edmund Blair Leighton depicts a romantic scene of lovers escaping.

The Elopement

Edmund Blair Leighton

A portrait of Martha Rigden by George Romney, showcasing her elegance and attire.

Mrs. Charles Frederick (Martha Rigden, died 1794)

George Romney

Portrait of Elizabeth Dormer, Lady Herbert de Raglan, standing in three-quarter view wearing a white satin gown, dark fur stole, and pearl jewelry against a deep brown background with red drapery.

Portrait of Elizabeth Dormer, Lady Herbert de Raglan

Anthony van Dyck

Victorian architecture in Speke Hall by Thomas Riley, featuring detailed wooden beams

Speke Hall

Unknown Artist

Walter Crane's 'The Cat and Venus, Mice in Council' features whimsical animal characters in a playful setting.

The Cat and Venus, Mice in Council

Walter Crane

A portrait of a woman with a composed expression, painted by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Mrs. George Hill

Sir Henry Raeburn

Frederic Leighton's portrait of Mrs. James Guthrie showcases Victorian elegance.

Mrs. James Guthrie

Frederic Leighton

A charming illustration depicting the essence of October.

October

Kate Greenaway

A portrait of Mrs. Philip de László by Philip Alexius de László.

Mrs Philip de László, née Lucy Guinness

Philip Alexius de László

Cicero at His Villa at Tusculum, a painting by Joseph Mallord William Turner depicting the Roman orator in a reflective moment.

Cicero at His Villa at Tusculum

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting depicting female figures by George Romney.

Female Figures

George Romney

A farrier is depicted shoeing a plough horse in a rustic setting.

A Farrier Shoeing A Plough Horse

Edward Robert Smythe

A romantic scene depicting a woman receiving a favor in a lush garden.

A Favour

Edmund Blair Leighton

The Scotch Widow by James Abbott McNeill Whistler is a notable Victorian portrait.

The Scotch Widow

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A finished study for 'Reaping' by John Linnell showcases detailed figures in a pastoral setting.

A Finished Study For ‘reaping’

John Linnell

A serene depiction of a swan gliding on water, showcasing Whistler's delicate brushwork.

The Swan, Chelsea

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A captivating portrait of a Jewish woman, showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors.

A Jewish Woman Of Gibraltar Or Tangier

John Frederick Lewis

A serene depiction of the Thames near Windsor, showcasing light and atmosphere.

The Thames near Windsor

Joseph Mallord William Turner

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

Henrietta Maria (1609–1699)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of the three youngest children of Charles I with their dogs.

The Three Youngest Children of Charles I (Charles, James and Mary) with Their Dogs

Anthony van Dyck

The Turret Ship by James Abbott McNeill Whistler captures a serene marine scene.

The Turret Ship

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A detailed depiction of a dog by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Painted Thous Dog

Charles Hamilton Smith

A portrait of Mrs. Leyland in a striking velvet dress by Whistler.

The Velvet Dress (Mrs. Leyland)

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

Genre scene with figures and coaches in Regent’s Park, London by Richard Morris

Regent’s Park, London, The Colosseum, Clergy’s Orphans’ School and St. Andrew’s Place, with Figures and Coaches

Richard Morris

A portrait of the young Queen Victoria by Franz Xaver Winterhalter.

The Young Queen Victoria in

Franz Xaver Winterhalter

A self-portrait by George Romney showcasing the artist's introspective style.

Self-Portrait

George Romney

A serene depiction of Caversham Bridge with cattle cooling in the Thames under a cloudy sky.

Caversham Bridge with Cattle in the Water

Joseph Mallord William Turner

David Roberts' painting captures the grandeur of the Great Hall at Karnak in Thebes.

Thebes. Great Hall at Karnak. Nov. 28

David Roberts

A portrait of a woman from the Nile region, showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors.

A Nile Woman

Frederic Leighton