Fine Art

United Kingdom Paintings

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

A solitary traveler amidst the dramatic Ben Lomond Mountains in Scotland.

Ben Lomond Mountains, Scotland: The Traveller - Vide Ossian's War of Caros

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Thomas Carmichael, 5th Earl of Hyndford by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Thomas Carmichael, 5th Earl Of Hyndford

Sir Henry Raeburn

Portrait of Thomas Howard, 2nd Earl of Arundel and Lady Alethea Talbot with a third figure.

Thomas Howard, 2nd Earl of Arundel (1585-1646) and his Wife Lady Alethea Talbot, Countess of Arundel (c.1590-1654) with possibly Francis Junius (1589-1677) or William Petty

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Thomas Howard, 2nd Earl of Arundel by Anthony van Dyck.

Thomas Howard, 2nd Earl of Arundel

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Thomas Howard, Later 5th Duke of Norfolk, as a boy by Anthony van Dyck.

Thomas Howard, Later 5th Duke of Norfolk, when a Boy

Anthony van Dyck

A double portrait of Thomas Wentworth and Sir Philip Mainwaring by Anthony van Dyck.

Thomas Wentworth (1593–1641), 1st Earl of Strafford, and His Secretary Sir Philip Mainwaring (1589–1661)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford, by Anthony van Dyck.

Thomas Wentworth (1593–1641), 1st Earl of Strafford

Anthony van Dyck

Frederic Leighton's painting 'Three Children' depicts a tender moment among siblings.

Three Children

Frederic Leighton

Three Seascapes by Turner depicts the sea in three distinct moods.

Three Seascapes

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A study depicting the meeting of an old sailing ship and a steam-powered tug on the river.

Steamer and Lightship; a study for ‘The Fighting Temeraire’

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Full-length portrait of a man in black doublet and breeches with white lace collar and cuffs, standing beside a large architectural column.

Portrait of James Hay, 2nd Earl of Carlisle (c1612-1660)

Anthony van Dyck

A vibrant illustration celebrating May Day with floral motifs.

A Garland for May Day

Walter Crane

A gentleman and his dog in a serene landscape.

A Gentleman And His Dog In A Landscape

Francis Wheatley

Paul Nash's 'Tortured Earth (Mud)' depicts a haunting landscape reflecting the turmoil of nature.

Tortured Earth (Mud)

Paul Nash

A striking portrait of a Bedouin by John Frederick Lewis.

A Bedouin

John Frederick Lewis

This painting depicts military costumes from the reign of King Henry VI.

Military Costumes of the Reign of King Henry VI

Charles Hamilton Smith

A landscape painting depicting tree tops against a dusky sky, possibly featuring Guildford Castle.

Tree Tops and Sky, Guildford Castle(?), Evening

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A Greek Woman by Lawrence Alma-Tadema captures a serene moment in a classical setting.

A Greek Woman

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A Greek girl stands gracefully on a balcony, embodying the charm of Orientalist art.

A Greek Girl Standing on a Balcony

John Frederick Lewis

Portrait of a woman named Pamela by George Romney.

Pamela

George Romney

A portrait of a distinguished woman by John Collier.

A Great Lady

John Collier

This painting depicts characters from Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'.

Stephano, Trinculo and Caliban with Prospero’s Magic Wardrobe

Robert Smirke

A ship stranded on the shore with turbulent waves and dark clouds in the background.

A Ship Aground, Yarmouth; Sample Study

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting depicting a scene from Shakespeare's Hamlet.

Hamlet, I, 4

Robert Smirke

A detailed portrait of a head keeper at Windsor Castle by John Frederick Lewis.

A Head Keeper, Windsor Castle

John Frederick Lewis

A vibrant allegorical painting representing the arrival of spring.

A Herald of Spring

Walter Crane

Frederic Leighton's 'A Deathbed Scene' captures a poignant moment of farewell.

A Deathbed Scene

Frederic Leighton

William Blake's 'Job and His Daughters' depicts Job with his daughters in a moment of peace.

Job and His Daughters

William Blake

The painting 'The Hinny' by Charles Hamilton Smith depicts a hinny in a natural setting.

The Hinny

Charles Hamilton Smith

A classical male nude figure with a rearing horse, showcasing dynamic movement and anatomical detail.

Classical Male Nude with a Rearing Horse

George Romney

Portrait of Princess Mary, daughter of King Charles I of England, painted by Anthony van Dyck.

Princess Mary, daughter of King Charles I of England

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of a young woman by Frederic Leighton showcasing Victorian elegance.

Studies of a Young Woman

Frederic Leighton

A depiction of a London street showcasing Whistler's unique style.

A Street in London

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A charming illustration by Walter Crane featuring whimsical figures and vibrant colors.

Lavender’s Blue

Walter Crane

Turner's painting of Santa Maria della Salute in Venice captures the city's ethereal atmosphere.

Venice - Maria della Salute

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A King and a Beggar Maid depicts a poignant moment between two contrasting figures.

A King And A Beggar Maid

Edmund Blair Leighton

Frederic Leighton's 'Venus And Cupid' depicts the goddess Venus with her son Cupid in a serene setting.

Venus And Cupid

Frederic Leighton

A serene landscape featuring cows grazing by a stream with a footbridge.

Cows in a Landscape with a Footbridge

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A man with a pointed beard and long wavy hair wears a black cloak with a silver star and lace collar, holding gloves and resting his hand on a black hat.

Portrait of King Charles I (1600-1649), with the Order of the Garter

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of Francis Russell, 4th Earl of Bedford by Anthony van Dyck.

Francis Russell (1583–1641), 4th Earl of Bedford

Anthony van Dyck

A dramatic evening landscape depicting a Welsh valley with a village and castle under a dusky sky.

View in Wales: Mountain Scene with Village and Castle - Evening

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A hazy maritime scene depicting ships at anchor with swirling clouds and sunlight breaking through.

Harbour View

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A portrait of Sarah Siddons by Paul Braddon, showcasing her dramatic presence.

Haunts of Sarah Siddons Pl.1

Paul Braddon

The painting depicts HMS Victory returning from the Battle of Trafalgar, showcasing its damaged sails and emotional atmosphere.

The Victory Returning from Trafalgar, in Three Position

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Viscountess Byng of Vimy by Philip Alexius de László.

Viscountess Byng of Vimy, née Marie Evelyn Moreton

Philip Alexius de László

Vision of Medea by Turner depicts a mother in turmoil, contemplating a tragic act against her children amidst a chaotic landscape.

Vision of Medea

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A dramatic scene of a ship engulfed in flames amidst a stormy sea.

Stormy Sea with Blazing Wreck

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A depiction of Thames Street by Whistler.

W. Jones, Limeburner, Thames Street

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A dramatic portrayal of Warkworth Castle against a stormy sky.

Warkworth Castle, Northumberland

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Charles II as a boy, painted by Anthony van Dyck.

Charles II (1630–1685), as a Boy (version of a detail of a group portrait)

Anthony van Dyck

A detailed view of Warwick Castle's East Front from the Outer Court, showcasing its grandeur.

Warwick Castle, East Front from the Outer Court

Canaletto

A pastoral scene depicting shepherds washing sheep by a river.

Washing Sheep

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A dynamic sketch depicting the apotheosis with figures celebrating peace and prosperity.

Multiple Sketch for the Banqueting House Ceiling

Peter Paul Rubens

A painting of two camels in a desert setting.

Two Camels

John Frederick Lewis

A woman lost in thought, surrounded by nature, captures the essence of Edmund Blair Leighton's *Straying Thoughts*.

Straying Thoughts

Edmund Blair Leighton

A captivating scene depicting figures in a classical setting.

Watching And Waiting

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A golden-hued lake scene with boats, figures, trees, a brick bridge, and a large house under a glowing sky.

Petworth, Sussex, the Seat of the Earl of Egremont: Dewy Morning

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Paul Nash's painting 'Water Hath Proved the Smartest Grave' explores themes of nature and mortality.

Water Hath Proved the Smartest Grave

Paul Nash

Claude Monet's 'Waterloo Bridge, London, Sun Effect' captures the morning sun breaking through mist over the Thames.

Waterloo Bridge, London, Sun Effect

Claude Monet

Portrait of Mary Barber, painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1637, showcasing her poised demeanor and aristocratic attire.

Portrait of Mary Barber (later Lady Jermyn)

Anthony van Dyck

John Collier's 'Sentence of Death' depicts a dramatic historical scene.

Sentence of death

John Collier

A dramatic seascape depicting waves crashing against the shore during a storm.

Waves Breaking on a Lee Shore at Margate (Study for ‘Rockets and Blue Lights’)

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A serene landscape featuring cattle by a weir, painted by Joseph Mallord William Turner in 1806.

Weir and Cattle

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A dramatic depiction of a limekiln at dusk, showcasing the interplay of industry and nature.

A Limekiln, Possibly at Briton Ferry in South Wales

Joseph Mallord William Turner

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

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.38

Kate Greenaway

William Blake's portrait of William Cowper, capturing the poet's introspective nature.

William Cowper (1731–1800)

William Blake

Portrait of William Laud by Anthony van Dyck, depicting the Archbishop of Canterbury in rich vestments.

William Laud (1573–1645)

Anthony van Dyck

Joseph Mallord William Turner's 'Story of Apollo and Daphne' depicts the moment of transformation in a vibrant and dynamic style.

Story of Apollo and Daphne

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting depicting Windsor Castle rising above lush meadows and winding water in golden afternoon light.

Windsor Castle from the Meadows

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A young man with long blond hair in a red cloak sits turned slightly right against a dark tree and luminous sky background.

Portrait of Robert Dormer, 1st Earl of Carnarvon

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of William Laud by Anthony van Dyck, depicting the Archbishop of Canterbury in ecclesiastical attire.

William Laud (1573–1645), Archbishop of Canterbury (1633–1645)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of William Villiers, 2nd Viscount Grandison by Anthony van Dyck.

William Villiers (1614–1643), 2nd Viscount Grandison

Anthony van Dyck

Landscape of Buckingham Palace from St. James’s Park, oil painting by James Wilcox

Buckingham Palace from St. James’s Park

James Wilcox

A calm river reflects trees and a hazy sky with Windsor Castle visible beyond the trees in the distance under a luminous, cloud-filled sky.

Windsor Castle from the River

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A serene depiction of Windsor Castle rising above the Thames, capturing the shifting English light.

Windsor Castle from the Thames

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A newborn lies on a blue cloak with a praying woman nearby, a seated man speaks to two shepherds beside an ox and ass under a ruined stable roof.

The Nativity

Piero Della Francesca

A misty landscape shows two headlands enclosing a bright pale yellow and white sky above a silvery water surface with subtle ripples.

Sunrise, with a Boat between Headlands

Joseph Mallord William Turner

George Romney's 'Studies for Portraits of a Man and of a Woman' showcases his skill in capturing human likeness.

Studies for Portraits of a Man and of a Woman

George Romney

Robert Smirke's 'Studies for Armour' showcases intricate designs for armor.

Studies for Armour

Robert Smirke

A portrait of a young woman in contemplation by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Miss Davidson Reid

Sir Henry Raeburn

This artwork showcases intricate studies from a French manuscript Bible.

Studies From a French MSS Bible Registry

Robert Smirke

A seated woman depicted in a study by George Romney.

Studies of a Seated Woman

George Romney

This painting depicts a scene related to the Relief Fund in Lancashire.

The Relief Fund in Lancashire

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A serene landscape depicting Clapham Common with figures strolling under a luminous sky.

View on Clapham Common

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A dynamic sketch of horses, men, and carriages capturing movement and tension.

Studies of Horses, Men and Carriages

John Linnell

A serene depiction of the Thames River at Weybridge, showcasing a barge and figures along the riverbank.

The Thames at Weybridge

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A portrait of Mehmet Ali Pasha by John Frederick Lewis.

Study for Mehmet Ali Pasha

John Frederick Lewis

A Viking raiding party returns home, depicted in a historical scene.

Return of the Viking raiding party

Edmund Blair Leighton

This painting depicts the author William Makepeace Thackeray in a thoughtful pose.

William Makepeace Thackeray

Frederic Leighton

A Victorian scene depicting a young maid and a mysterious figure.

Where are you going to my pretty maid

Walter Crane