Fine Art

United Kingdom Paintings

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

A luminous haze blends sky and ground with blurred figures, including one in red, near water suggested by horizontal strokes.

Venetian Scene

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Mrs. Claude Leigh and Miss Virginia Leigh by Philip Alexius de László.

Portrait Of Mrs. Claude Leigh And Miss Virginia Leigh

Philip Alexius de László

A portrait of a woman named Hilda wearing a black hat.

Hilda in a black hat

George Spencer Watson

A Solicitation by Lawrence Alma-Tadema depicts a moment of interaction between figures in a richly detailed setting.

A Solicitation

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A charming depiction of two children playing outdoors.

Two children

Kate Greenaway

Evelyn De Morgan's painting 'Lux in Tenebris' depicts a luminous figure emerging from darkness.

Lux in Tenebris

Evelyn De Morgan

Portrait of Mrs. Marie-Jean Gomm by George Romney.

Portrait Of Mrs. Marie-Jean Gomm

George Romney

A painting of a dingo, showcasing its natural habitat.

New Holland Dingo

Charles Hamilton Smith

A portrait of a woman, believed to be Emily Bertie Pott, by George Romney.

Portrait of a Woman, Said to Be Emily Bertie Pott

George Romney

Joseph Mallord William Turner's 'Light and Colour' depicts Moses writing Genesis amid swirling colors.

Light and Colour (Goethe's Theory) – The Morning after the Deluge – Moses Writing the Book of Genesis

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria by Anthony van Dyck, depicting her in elegant attire.

Queen Henrietta Maria (1609–1669), Consort to Charles I

Anthony van Dyck

A genre scene depicting a lively interaction between figures in a natural setting.

As you like it Pl.5

Robert Smirke

A serene view of Hampton Court Palace from the Thames, with boats and figures in the foreground.

Hampton Court from the Thames

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A vibrant sketch capturing the Cowes Regatta with boats returning to East Cowes Castle.

Sketch for ‘East Cowes Castle, the Regatta Starting for Their Moorings’ No. 2

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Chapel Ruins by Charles John Hills, oil painting depicting a crumbling archway with soft light.

Chapel Ruins

Charles John Hills

A Burial Scene by Frederic Leighton depicts a somber yet beautiful farewell.

A Burial Scene

Frederic Leighton

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway for the Almanack of 1897.

Almanack for 1897 – Frontispiece

Kate Greenaway

This artwork illustrates the tale of the Pied Piper of Hamelin.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Pl 3

Kate Greenaway

This artwork features whimsical illustrations by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for

Kate Greenaway

Cover illustration for Almanack for 1890 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1890 – cover

Kate Greenaway

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

Almanack for 1892 – Title

Kate Greenaway

This painting captures a child's daily life in a charming Victorian setting.

A day in a child’s life Pl.21

Kate Greenaway

A detailed painting depicting a couple engaged in a betrothal ceremony.

Love’s Jewelled Fetter (The Betrothal Ring)

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A sweeping English landscape depicting the rolling hills and lush valleys of Devonshire under a golden hour light.

View in Devonshire

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A serene view of the Old Horse Guards and Banqueting Hall in London from St James's Park, painted by Canaletto.

London: the Old Horse Guards and Banqueting Hall, from St James's Park

Canaletto

A view of St. Paul's Cathedral from under Waterloo Bridge during low tide.

St. Paul’s from Under Waterloo Bridge, Low Tide

Thomas Moran

A young girl with flowing hair is submerged in water, surrounded by flowers and fish.

A Water Baby

Herbert James Draper

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

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Pl 5

Kate Greenaway

A dramatic depiction of the Battle of Trafalgar from the rigging of HMS Victory, showcasing chaos and conflict at sea.

The Battle of Trafalgar, as Seen from the Mizen Starboard Shrouds of the Victory

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Joseph Mallord William Turner's 'The Battle of Trafalgar' depicts a chaotic naval battle scene.

The Battle of Trafalgar

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Anne Sophia, Countess of Carnarvon by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her elegance and youth.

Portrait of Anne Sophia, Countess of Carnarvon

Anthony van Dyck

A landscape painting titled 'Ellora' by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon.

Ellora

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

A vibrant depiction of a bonfire gathering by Sophie Anderson.

The Bonfire

Sophie Anderson

Herbert James Draper's painting 'The Gates of Dawn' depicts a mythical scene filled with vibrant colors.

The Gates Of Dawn

Herbert James Draper

Walter Crane's 'Cartoons for the cause Pl.8' is a notable Victorian illustration.

Cartoons for the cause Pl.8

Walter Crane

A depiction of Lysander awakening to see Helena, capturing a moment of mythological romance.

Lysander Awakening to See Helena

Robert Smirke

A striking depiction of a black wolf in a natural setting.

The Black Wolf

Charles Hamilton Smith

A woman stands alone at the edge of a dark pool, lifting the hem of her white shift with both hands while her bare feet are immersed in the water.

A Woman Bathing in a Stream (Hendrickje Stoffels?)

Rembrandt van Rijn

Walter Crane's 'Cartoons for the cause Pl.12' features intricate designs and vibrant colors.

Cartoons for the cause Pl.12

Walter Crane

Frederic Leighton's 'Study for ‘The Wise and Foolish Virgins’' explores themes of wisdom and folly.

Study for ‘The Wise and Foolish Virgins’

Frederic Leighton

A portrait of a male head by George Romney, showcasing his skill in capturing human expression.

Male Head

George Romney

A painting depicting Old Westminster Bridge by James Abbott McNeill Whistler.

Old Westminster Bridge

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A sketch by George Romney depicting a lady in a thoughtful pose.

Sketch for the Portrait of a Lady

George Romney

A depiction of Malvolio dancing from Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'.

Malvolio Dancing

Robert Smirke

Evelyn De Morgan's 'The Gilded Cage' explores themes of entrapment and desire.

The Gilded Cage

Evelyn De Morgan

A family portrait showcasing the Browne family in a lush setting.

The Browne Family

Francis Wheatley

Frederic Leighton's 'Cupid and a Shepherd' depicts a romantic scene between mythological figures.

Cupid and a Shepherd

Frederic Leighton

A detailed representation of a cross-fox in a natural setting.

American Cross-Fox

Charles Hamilton Smith

A landscape painting by Paul Nash depicting a dyke by a road.

Dyke by the Road

Paul Nash

Walter Crane's 'Bellerophon at the fountain' depicts a mythological scene with vibrant colors.

Bellerophon at the fountain

Walter Crane

Abstract landscape by Bradshaw & Blacklock, expressionism style

Hampton Court

Bradshaw & Blacklock

A charming scene depicting Anne Page and Slender in a lively interaction.

Anne Page and Slender

Robert Smirke

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.36

Walter Crane

A historical painting depicting Fredegonda at the deathbed of Praetextatus.

Fredegonda at the Deathbed of Praetextatus

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

Children holding hands by Kate Greenaway depicts a charming scene of innocence.

Children holding hands

Kate Greenaway

A detailed depiction of a woman in a medieval setting, showcasing the Pre-Raphaelite style.

The Appointed Time

Edmund Blair Leighton

Standing Male Nude by George Romney showcases the human form in a classical style.

Standing Male Nude

George Romney

William Blake's 'The Canterbury Pilgrims' depicts Chaucer's diverse band of pilgrims setting out from the Tabard Inn.

The Canterbury Pilgrims

William Blake

A detailed depiction of a capybara in a natural setting.

The Capybara.

Charles Hamilton Smith

A painting depicting figures and carriages emerging from a golden haze at dawn.

Returning from the Ball (St Martha)

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A charming illustration depicting a festive New Year celebration.

New Year

Kate Greenaway

John Collier's painting 'Circe' depicts the mythical sorceress with vibrant colors and intricate details.

Circe

John Collier

A detailed depiction of a brown bear in its natural habitat.

The Brown Bear

Charles Hamilton Smith

Portrait of Marian Collier by John Collier.

Marian Collier (née Huxley)

John Collier

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.17

Walter Crane

Walter Crane's *Spenser’s Faerie queene Pl.14* is a vibrant illustration depicting a scene from the epic poem.

Spenser’s Faerie queene Pl.14

Walter Crane

A misty landscape featuring Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, with turrets and trees reflecting a romantic atmosphere.

Abbotsford

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting by Kate Greenaway depicting a farewell scene.

Good bye! I call you, for the close is here…

Kate Greenaway

This painting depicts the fourth age of man from Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'.

As You Like It; Act II, Scene VII; The Seven Ages Man (fourth age)

Robert Smirke

A painting of a nude child by Frederic Leighton.

Nude child

Frederic Leighton

William Blake's 'The Circumcision' depicts the infant Jesus during his ritual circumcision.

The Circumcision

William Blake

A young woman in a blue gown with pearls stands in a landscape with rocks and trees, facing forward with a composed expression.

Anne, Countess of Clanbrassil

Anthony van Dyck

Frederic Leighton's painting depicts Greek girls playing ball in a vibrant setting.

Greek girls playing ball

Frederic Leighton

A Victorian painting depicting a Halloween scene with children and festive elements.

All hallowe’en

John Collier

This painting illustrates the fable of King Log and King Stork.

King Log and King Stork

Walter Crane

Abergavenny Steeple Chase: The Start by Charles Denton, oil on canvas depicting a lively horse race

Abergavenny Steeple Chase: The Start : Doe, Harkaway, Nun, Pontiff, General, Thurgarton, Physician, Dearest Mae, Ploughboy

Unknown Artist

A portrait of a woman named Lucia by Frederic Leighton.

Lucia

Frederic Leighton

Frederic Leighton's 'Abram and the Angel' depicts a biblical scene with vibrant colors and dramatic figures.

Abram and the Angel

Frederic Leighton

A depiction of children in a serene setting.

A Study of Children

John Linnell

A painting of a common jackal by Charles Hamilton Smith.

The Common Jackal

Charles Hamilton Smith

This painting depicts Mary Magdalene in a contemplative pose.

Mary Magdalene

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

This painting depicts the costume of King Henry III's reign.

Costume of the Reign of King Henry III

Charles Hamilton Smith

Robert Smirke's 'Bedreddin’s flight from Cairo' depicts a dramatic historical scene.

Bedreddin’s flight from Cairo

Robert Smirke

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway featuring children and nature.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.33

Kate Greenaway

This painting depicts a grieving mother in a poignant moment of sorrow.

Mater Dolorosa (Mourning Mother)

George Romney

Walter Crane's 'Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers' showcases a vibrant celebration of floral beauty.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.31

Walter Crane

Portrait of George Villiers, 2nd Duke of Buckingham, with his brother Francis, by Anthony van Dyck.

George Villiers (1628–1687), 2nd Duke of Buckingham, with His Brother, Lord Francis Villiers (1629–1648)

Anthony van Dyck

A bustling scene of Edgware Road in London, capturing everyday life before the railway.

Edgware Road, London

John Linnell

Evelyn De Morgan's 'Gloria in Excelsis' features a celestial scene with angels and vibrant colors.

Gloria in Excelsis

Evelyn De Morgan

Walter Crane's 'Good King Arthur' depicts a regal figure in a vibrant setting.

Good king Arthur

Walter Crane