United Kingdom Paintings

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

Frederic Leighton's 'The Return Of Persephone' depicts the mythological figure Persephone in a lush, vibrant setting.

The Return Of Persephone

Frederic Leighton

A painting by John Frederick Lewis depicting figure studies in elaborate costumes.

Figure studies in costume

John Frederick Lewis

A mother holds her child tightly while flying above a city engulfed in flames.

A Mother with Her Child in Her Arms Flying upon the Ramparts of a City in Flames

George Romney

A close-cropped portrait of George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, wearing a lace ruff, blue sash, and dark doublet against a muted brown background.

Portrait of George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham

Peter Paul Rubens

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway featuring children in a pastoral setting.

Almanack for 1887 – Title

Kate Greenaway

A depiction of Westminster Bridge with the Lord Mayor's Procession on the Thames.

Westminster Bridge from the North with the Lord Mayor's Procession

Canaletto

This illustration depicts two figures engaged in conversation at a table.

Illustration for Don Quixote, Two Figures at a Table

Robert Smirke

A charming illustration for children by Kate Greenaway.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.46

Kate Greenaway

A crouching fox depicted in a detailed and realistic manner.

Study of a Crouching Fox, Facing Right

John Frederick Lewis

This painting is a study for George Romney's 'The Deluge', showcasing dramatic figures and a tumultuous sky.

Study for ‘The Deluge’

George Romney

A portrait of a lady standing, showcasing George Romney's elegant style.

Study of a Lady Standing

George Romney

A painting depicting a woman sleeping in her chamber with a man standing over her bed.

Study of a Woman Sleeping in Her Chamber and a Man Standing Over Her Bed

Robert Smirke

A marine scene depicting Billingsgate fish market.

Billingsgate

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A portrait of a woman by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon.

Study of a Woman

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

A study of a woman's head by Frederic Leighton.

Study of a woman’s head for the painting ‘A noble lady of Venice’

Frederic Leighton

Bust of Shakespeare by Robert Smirke, a neoclassical portrait sculpture.

Bust of Shakespeare

Robert Smirke

Portrait of James Stuart by Anthony van Dyck.

James Stuart (1612–1655), Duke of Richmond and Lennox

Anthony van Dyck

This illustration by Kate Greenaway depicts a whimsical scene for children.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.44

Kate Greenaway

A drawing of Mrs. William Wilberforce by John Linnell, capturing her quiet reflection.

Study of Mrs. William Wilberforce

John Linnell

A portrait of Charlotte, Mrs. Thomas Raikes, by George Romney.

Charlotte, Mrs Thomas Raikes

George Romney

A historical painting depicting knights paying homage to a king.

Study of Knights, Paying Homage, to the King

Robert Smirke

Portrait of Mrs. Frederick L. Pratt by Philip Alexius de László.

A portrait of Mrs. Frederick L. Pratt, neé Miss Jeannie Williams

Philip Alexius de László

A portrait of Sir Robert Howard by Anthony van Dyck.

A portrait of Sir Robert Howard

Anthony van Dyck

A woodland nymph depicted in a lush natural setting.

Woodland Nymph

John Collier

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

William Laud (1573–1645), Archbishop of Canterbury, Student and Fellow of St John's, Oxford

Anthony van Dyck

A dynamic seascape depicting fishermen at the River Blyth as the tide rises.

Fishing upon the Blythe-Sand, Tide Setting In

Joseph Mallord William Turner

An Illustration to The Major’s Daughter by James Abbott McNeill Whistler.

An Illustration to The Major’s Daughter

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A dramatic scene depicting figures in a procession, inspired by Dante’s ‘Inferno’.

A Procession of the Damned: Study for the Damned in Dante’s ‘Inferno’

George Romney

George Romney's 'Lear Awakened by Cordelia' depicts a poignant moment from Shakespeare's tragedy.

Lear Awakened by Cordelia

George Romney

A woman in a contemplative pose, surrounded by soft colors and intricate details.

‘What shall I say’

Edmund Blair Leighton

Herbert James Draper's 'Study of a Water-nymph' showcases a beautiful water-nymph in a lush setting.

Study of a Water-nymph for ‘Prospero Summoning Nymphs and Deities’

Herbert James Draper

Two women playing flutes in a serene setting.

Twee vrouwen blazen op fluiten

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A depiction of a Frank encampment in the desert of Mount Sinai by John Frederick Lewis.

A Frank Encampment In The Desert Of Mount Sinai

John Frederick Lewis

A detailed depiction of a pink fairy armadillo in its natural habitat.

Pink Fairy Armadillo

Charles Hamilton Smith

A jackdaw preening itself, symbolizing vanity and pride.

The Vain Jackdaw

Walter Crane

A detailed depiction of a Dun-Footed Aguara-Dog by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Dun-Footed Aguara-Dog

Charles Hamilton Smith

A charming depiction of summer by Kate Greenaway.

Summer

Kate Greenaway

This illustration by Kate Greenaway captures the charm of Victorian childhood.

Almanack for 1895 – Title

Kate Greenaway

A painting depicting the sun rising through mist over the sea, with fishermen at work in the foreground.

Sun Rising through Vapour

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A detailed depiction of a Sunda stink badger by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Sunda Stink Badger

Charles Hamilton Smith

Castle of St. Angelo in sepia tones, oil painting by M.H. Long

Rome, Castle of St. Angelo

M.H. Long

This illustration by Kate Greenaway features whimsical children in a charming outdoor setting.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.02

Kate Greenaway

A dramatic depiction of Newark Abbey on the River Wey at dusk, showcasing crumbling arches and atmospheric light.

Newark Abbey on the River Wey

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Mountjoy Blount, 1st Earl of Newport, by Anthony van Dyck.

Mountjoy Blount (1597–1666), 1st Earl of Newport

Anthony van Dyck

A detailed depiction of a yellow mongoose by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Yellow Mongoose

Charles Hamilton Smith

Boldre Church and Bridge, oil on canvas by G. W. Gent

Boldre Church and Bridge

G. W. Gent

This painting depicts the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin with whimsical characters and vibrant colors.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Pl 7

Kate Greenaway

A seated woman in black silk with a white lace ruff holds the hand of a young girl in a white satin dress, set against ochre drapery and classical stone architecture.

Portrait of a Lady with her Daughter

Anthony van Dyck

A painting depicting the last voyage of Henry Hudson.

The Last Voyage of Henry Hudson

John Collier

A depiction of housemaids in a relaxed setting, showcasing domestic life.

The Lazy Housemaids

Walter Crane

A vibrant depiction of a spring festival with figures celebrating in a lush landscape.

A Spring Festival (On The Road To The Temple Of Ceres)

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

Walter Crane's 'St. Paul’s Steeple' captures the iconic architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral.

St. Paul’s Steeple

Walter Crane

Walter Crane's *Spenser’s Faerie queene Pl.02* is a vibrant illustration inspired by literature.

Spenser’s Faerie queene Pl.02

Walter Crane

A depiction of life in Drury Lane by Whistler.

Drury Lane Rags

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A depiction of the Thames at dusk, featuring the town of Abingdon receding into mist.

Abingdon

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A detailed depiction of a gray fox in a natural setting.

Gray Fox

Charles Hamilton Smith

A landscape painting by James Abbott McNeill Whistler depicting Millbank.

Millbank

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

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

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.06

Kate Greenaway

A boy and a gamekeeper are seen ferreting a rabbit in this Victorian genre scene.

Game Keeper And Boy Ferreting A Rabbit

John Frederick Lewis

Charles I stands in ermine-lined robes over a dark blue garment with a white lace collar and gold chains, framed by a red and gold curtain, a column, and a cloudy sky.

Charles I (1600-1649)

Anthony van Dyck

A sailing boat navigating the turbulent waters of the English Channel, with dramatic clouds overhead.

A Sailing Boat off Deal

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A vibrant depiction of a sunset with indistinct forms and blazing color fields.

Sunset

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A portrait of a Suliote man by John Frederick Lewis.

Suliote

John Frederick Lewis

A young woman named Miranda is depicted with flowing hair and a gentle expression, surrounded by a lush landscape.

A Study of Miranda for ‘The Tempest’

George Romney

A detailed view of the Lion Brewery on the Thames by David Roberts.

The Lion Brewery on the Thames

David Roberts

A portrait of a lady by Philip Alexius de László showcasing detailed realism.

Portrait of a Lady

Philip Alexius de László

A painting titled 'Rasselas' by Robert Smirke depicting a mythological scene.

Rasselas

Robert Smirke

A portrait of a woman named Elaine by Sophie Anderson.

Elaine

Sophie Anderson

A whimsical depiction of a cat in a royal court setting.

Puss at Court

Walter Crane

Walter Crane's 'King Cole' features a whimsical depiction of the legendary figure surrounded by vibrant colors.

King Cole

Walter Crane

A depiction of a woman in a domestic setting, showcasing the charm of Victorian life.

My next door neighbour

Edmund Blair Leighton

A study of the sea and sky captured by Turner, showcasing the dynamic interplay of water and light.

Study of Sea and Sky, Isle of Wight

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Walter Crane's 'Hercules and the Nymphs' depicts a mythological scene with vibrant colors.

Hercules and the nymphs

Walter Crane

Portrait of Elizabeth Dormer, Lady Herbert by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegance and status.

Elizabeth Dormer (1610 or after–1635), Lady Herbert

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of a woman with a direct gaze, painted by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Mrs. Macdowall

Sir Henry Raeburn

A portrait of the three oldest children of Charles I Stuart and Henrietta Maria, showcasing their royal attire and familial bonds.

The three oldest children of Charles I Stuart (1600-1649) and Henrietta Maria de Bourbon (1609-1669), Charles (1630-1685), Mary (1631-1666) and James (1633-1685)

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of a gentleman by George Romney.

Portrait of a gentleman

George Romney

A painting depicting Westminster Bridge under repair, showcasing scaffolding and workers.

London: Westminster Bridge under Repair from the North

Canaletto

George Romney's 'The Accusation of Susanna' depicts a dramatic biblical scene.

The Accusation of Susanna

George Romney

A dramatic depiction of the whaling ship Erebus amidst icy waters, capturing the excitement of the crew as they spot a whale.

‘Hurrah! for the Whaler Erebus! Another Fish!’

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A vibrant depiction of Greenwich from the River Thames, showcasing boats and the Royal Hospital for Seamen.

A View of Greenwich from the River

Canaletto

A tall man in a long black overcoat and top hat stands against a pale panelled wall holding a hunting whip at his side.

Lord Ribblesdale

John Singer Sargent

Walter Crane's 'The Almond Tree – Grimm’s household stories' features whimsical illustrations inspired by fairy tales.

The Almond Tree – Grimm’s household stories

Walter Crane

Walter Crane's 'Perseus and the Gorgons' depicts the mythological hero confronting fearsome creatures.

Perseus and the Gorgons

Walter Crane

Two young men stand close in a shallow architectural space, wearing rich silk and satin clothing with boots and a sword, against a muted brown background.

Lord John Stuart and His Brother, Lord Bernard Stuart

Anthony van Dyck

William Blake's painting depicting the twenty-four elders casting their crowns before the divine throne.

The Four and Twenty Elders Casting their Crowns before the Divine Throne

William Blake

A depiction of a young carrier dog, showcasing its significance in Native American culture.

The Alco; Young, Carrier Dog of the Indians

Charles Hamilton Smith

Aeneas and the Sibyl stand on the misty shores of Lake Avernus, poised before their descent into the Underworld.

Aeneas and the Sibyl, Lake Avernus

Joseph Mallord William Turner

William Blake's 'The Angel Appearing to Zacharias' depicts the moment the angel Gabriel appears to the priest Zacharias.

The Angel Appearing to Zacharias

William Blake

A dramatic painting depicting the union of the rivers Thames and Isis, personified as classical gods.

Union of the Thames and Isis

Joseph Mallord William Turner