Fine Art

United Kingdom Paintings

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

A lively depiction of Donnybrook Fair by Francis Wheatley.

Donnybrook Fair

Francis Wheatley

A detailed architectural scene by Alma-Tadema showcasing classical elements.

A Coign of Vantage

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A vibrant scene depicting the social life at Vauxhall Gardens in 18th-century London.

The Grand Walk, Vauxhall Gardens, London

Canaletto

Loch Lommond by M.H. Long, Romanticism, depicting a tranquil landscape with water and greenery.

Loch Lommond

M.H. Long

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt by Joseph Mallord William Turner depicts the Holy Family resting during their escape.

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway featuring children and whimsical elements.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.56

Kate Greenaway

A nude woman poses gracefully in a lush wooded landscape.

Figure Study of a Nude Woman in a Wooded Landscape

Robert Smirke

A detailed depiction of a Roman architect at work.

The Roman Architect

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

George Romney's painting 'Tempest', Act I, Scene I captures a dramatic moment in a stormy setting.

‘Tempest’, Act I, Scene I

George Romney

An allegorical scene by Robert Smirke featuring symbolic figures.

Allegorical Scene

Robert Smirke

A sketch representing the theme of victory.

Allegorical Sketch of Victory

Robert Smirke

A detailed painting of a hoary aguara dog by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Hoary Aguara Dog

Charles Hamilton Smith

A depiction of a luxurious interior filled with classical art.

A Picture Gallery

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A dramatic depiction of a dragon confronting a radiant woman, inspired by the Book of Revelation.

The Great Red Dragon and the Woman Clothed with the Sun

William Blake

A dramatic depiction of a dragon threatening a woman clothed in sunlight, inspired by the Book of Revelation.

The Great Red Dragon and the Woman Clothed with the Sun (Rev. 12: 1-4)

William Blake

Cover illustration for Almanack for 1887 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1887 – cover

Kate Greenaway

A painting depicting Old Somerset House along the River Thames, showcasing mid-18th-century London life.

Old Somerset House from the River Thames

Canaletto

Portrait of Emma Hart, later Lady Hamilton, representing 'absence'.

Emma Hart, Later Lady Hamilton, As ‘absence’

George Romney

Cover illustration for the Almanack for 1894 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1894 – Cover

Kate Greenaway

A dynamic sketch depicting the chaos of the Battle of Trafalgar with figures amidst smoke and cannon fire.

First Sketch for ‘The Battle of Trafalgar’

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Francis Wheatley's 'Christening' depicts a tender moment of a baptism ceremony.

Christening

Francis Wheatley

Frederic Leighton's study for Romeo captures the essence of Shakespeare's tragic character.

Study of Vicenzo for the Head of Romeo in Reconciliation of the Montagues and the Capulets

Frederic Leighton

A dramatic scene where Virgilia and Volumnia plead with Coriolanus.

Virgilia and Volumnia Plead with Coriolanus

Robert Smirke

A dramatic depiction of the Falls of the Clyde, showcasing the power of nature through water and light.

The Falls of the Clyde

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A serene marine landscape by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon.

Along the Shore

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

A painting depicting Old Westminster Bridge with a focus on atmospheric effects.

Old Westminster Bridge

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

Alope by George Romney features a seated woman in a flowing dress, surrounded by a lush landscape.

Alope

George Romney

A sketch depicting yachts racing past East Cowes Castle during a regatta.

Sketch for ‘East Cowes Castle, the Regatta Beating to Windward’ No. 2

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A vibrant marine scene by Francis Wheatley depicting fish and fishermen.

New Mackrel, New Mackrel

Francis Wheatley

A family portrait depicting the Saithwaite family.

The Saithwaite Family

Francis Wheatley

A dramatic depiction of the Chain Pier in Brighton, showcasing its engineering against turbulent waters.

The Chain Pier, Brighton

Joseph Mallord William Turner

William Blake's illustration of Dante's vision of schismatics in Hell featuring Muhammad.

The schismatics and sowers of discord- Mahomet

William Blake

Venetia Stanley sits in a coppery satin gown with a white wrap, a white dove on her right hand, and three winged putti above her against a dramatic sky.

Venetia Stanley, Lady Digby (1600-1633)

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of two women, Olivia and Maria, by Robert Smirke.

Olivia and Maria

Robert Smirke

A figurative painting by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon inspired by Goya.

Amouk, after Goya

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

This painting depicts the temptation of Christ with dramatic figures and rich colors.

Fiends for the Temptation of Christ

George Romney

This painting illustrates the theme of love from Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'.

The Seven Ages of Man- The Lover, ‘As You Like It,’ II, vii

Robert Smirke

Frederic Leighton's painting 'Wedded' captures a moment of intimacy between two figures.

Wedded

Frederic Leighton

A painting depicting the soldier stage of life from Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'.

The Seven Ages of Man- The Soldier, ‘As You Like It,’ II, vii

Robert Smirke

A rainbow arcs over a misty mountainous landscape with a tranquil lake and a small boat carrying two figures in the foreground.

Buttermere Lake, with Park of Cromackwater, Cumberland, a Shower

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A Victorian scene depicting an art lover admiring a painting.

An Art Lover

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

This illustration by Kate Greenaway features whimsical imagery for children.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.63

Kate Greenaway

An Eloquent Silence by Lawrence Alma-Tadema captures a moment of quiet reflection.

An Eloquent Silence

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A painting depicting a bustling scene at Billingsgate fish market.

Billingsgate

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A vibrant depiction of East Cowes Castle with yachts racing in the foreground.

East Cowes Castle, the Seat of J. Nash, Esq., the Regatta Beating to Windward

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A detailed painting of a horse by Charles Hamilton Smith.

The Dongola Horse

Charles Hamilton Smith

Cover illustration for Almanack for 1892 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1892 – cover

Kate Greenaway

A painting by George Romney depicting a standing figure next to a seated figure.

Standing Figure and Seated Figure

George Romney

An illustration depicting scenes from Alfred Tennyson's 'Idylls of the King'.

Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson

Louis Rhead

A charming depiction of friendship between two young girls.

Best Friends

Sophie Anderson

A family portrait by Francis Wheatley capturing warmth and intimacy.

Family Group

Francis Wheatley

This painting depicts an old fisherwoman with two women digging for bait.

An Old Fisherwoman with Two Women Digging for Bait

Francis Wheatley

A detailed painting of an oleander flower by Lawrence Alma-Tadema.

An Oleander

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

Evelyn De Morgan's 'The Soul’s Prison House' explores themes of entrapment and liberation.

The Soul’s Prison House

Evelyn De Morgan

David Roberts' painting 'On the Thames' captures a serene riverscape with boats and a vibrant sky.

On the Thames

David Roberts

The South Façade of Warwick Castle with battlements, turrets, arched windows, figures in eighteenth-century dress, a white dog, and a river with a boat under a pale blue sky.

The South Façade of Warwick Castle

Canaletto

A painting titled 'Prostrate Woman' by George Romney depicting a woman in a vulnerable pose.

Prostrate Woman

George Romney

A still life painting featuring a vase filled with colorful flowers.

Vase with flowers

Kate Greenaway

Evelyn De Morgan's 'The Sea Maidens' depicts enchanting mermaids amidst a vibrant underwater scene.

The Sea Maidens

Evelyn De Morgan

Evelyn De Morgan's 'Angel of Death' depicts a haunting figure surrounded by ethereal elements.

Angel of death

Evelyn De Morgan

A mother and daughter pose together, with the mother wearing a dark dress and the daughter in a light gown.

Ann Wilson with Her Daughter, Sybil

George Romney

A painting by Kate Greenaway depicting a whimsical scene.

Once more -Once more i knock at your door…

Kate Greenaway

A serene view of Badminton Park with the house in the distance and lush greenery in the foreground.

Badminton Park from Badminton House

Canaletto

A depiction of a feral dog in a natural setting.

Feral Dog of St. Domingo

Charles Hamilton Smith

A vibrant painting depicting a spring scene with figures and nature.

The Spring

George Spencer Watson

A detailed study of a man's draped waist and head by Herbert James Draper.

Studies of a man’s draped waist, and head

Herbert James Draper

This painting depicts Apollo and Diana in a dramatic scene inspired by mythology.

Apollo and Diana for ‘The Destruction of Niobe’s Children’

George Romney

William Blake's allegorical painting depicting Pitt guiding Behemoth amidst political turmoil.

The Spiritual Form of Pitt guiding Behemoth

William Blake

A dramatic depiction of Apollo confronting Python, showcasing intense movement and vibrant colors.

Apollo and Python

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A woman in a voluminous gown stands with her right hand on a small child seated beside her, while a second smaller child stands at the lower right, all arranged in a triangular composition.

Portrait of Queen Henriette Maria with her children

Anthony van Dyck

Walter Crane's 'Adam and Eve' depicts the biblical figures in a lush garden setting.

Adam and Eve

Walter Crane

Boccaccio narrating a tale surrounded by attentive listeners in a warm, golden light.

Boccaccio Relating the Tale of the Bird-Cage

Joseph Mallord William Turner

The 1821 Derby at Epsom captures the excitement of horse racing with dynamic horses and jockeys.

The 1821 Derby at Epsom

Théodore Géricault

Frederic Leighton's painting 'Lily' features a delicate floral arrangement.

Lily

Frederic Leighton

Walter Crane's 'Illustration for The Tempest' captures a scene from Shakespeare's play with vibrant colors and intricate details.

Illustration for The Tempest

Walter Crane

A maiden named Apullia searches for her lost lover in a dreamlike landscape.

Apullia in Search of Appullus

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Walter Crane's painting depicts the moment Midas meets the stranger who changes his fate.

The Stranger Appearing to Midas

Walter Crane

John Frederick Lewis's 'Arab School' captures a moment in an Arab educational setting.

Arab School

John Frederick Lewis

Walter Crane's 'The Strangers in the Village' depicts a vibrant scene of village life.

The Strangers in the village

Walter Crane

Walter Crane's 'The story of the Glittering Plain' illustrates a vibrant allegorical scene.

The story of the Glittering Plain

Walter Crane

A portrait of Madge O'Donoghue by Whistler in black and gold tones.

Study In Black And Gold (Madge O’donoghue)

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

William Blake's 'The Whore of Babylon' depicts a radiant figure on a beast, embodying apocalyptic themes.

The Whore of Babylon

William Blake

A young man stands confidently with one hand on his hip and the other on a mossy rock, a small dog at his feet.

William Farington of Shawe Hall, Lancashire

Arthur Devis

Cutting the Sugar-Cane by William A. V. Clark, genre scene depicting laborers in an afternoon light.

Cutting the Sugar-Cane

William A. V. Clark

A dramatic sunset over an estuary with fishing boats and a hazy atmosphere.

The Sun Setting through Vapour

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A golden-hued Venetian lagoon scene with a central sailing vessel, gondolas, a distant campanile, and a glowing sky.

The Sun of Venice Going to Sea

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting depicting two foxes, one Syrian and one Egyptian, showcasing their distinct features.

The Syrian Fox and The Egyptian Fox

Charles Hamilton Smith

A depiction of the Tarpan, a wild horse native to Russia, by Charles Hamilton Smith.

The Tarpan. Wild Horse. Native to Russia

Charles Hamilton Smith

Robert Smirke's illustration captures a scene from Shakespeare's works.

[One from] Illustrations to Shakespeare 40

Robert Smirke

Walter Crane's 'Jack and the bean-stalk Pl.5' features vibrant colors and whimsical characters.

Jack and the bean-stalk Pl.5

Walter Crane