United Kingdom Paintings

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

An illustration by Kate Greenaway depicting a whimsical scene from 1895.

Almanack for 1895 – Frontispiece

Kate Greenaway

A dramatic depiction of Cilgerran Castle amidst a lush Welsh landscape.

Cilgerran Castle

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A striking depiction of a skunk surrounded by vibrant chili peppers.

Chili Skunk.

Charles Hamilton Smith

A captivating scene depicting figures in a desert setting.

Halt In The Desert

John Frederick Lewis

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway featuring children and nature.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.22

Kate Greenaway

A serene valley with a distant bridge and tower, captured in soft light.

Valley with a Distant Bridge and Tower

Joseph Mallord William Turner

This illustration by Kate Greenaway features children playing under a window.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.54

Kate Greenaway

This artwork features children engaging with nature under a window.

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.25

Kate Greenaway

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

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.37

Kate Greenaway

A painting depicting a porch with statuary at Easton Neston.

Porch with Statuary, Easton Neston, Northants

Charles Hamilton Smith

A depiction of hospitality in a vibrant setting.

Highland Hospitality

John Frederick Lewis

A lively scene in a London theatre showcasing elegantly dressed audience members.

In a London theatre

Charles Dana Gibson

A detailed painting of a Peruvian Paso horse by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Peruvian Paso

Charles Hamilton Smith

Paul Nash's 'Winter, Hampden' captures a serene winter landscape.

Winter, Hampden

Paul Nash

A depiction of a quaint village shop in Chelsea by Whistler.

Village Shop, Chelsea

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway depicting a whimsical scene.

Almanack for 1890 – Frontispiece

Kate Greenaway

Two women seated by a window, examining a letter with an air of anticipation.

Two Women with a Letter

Joseph Mallord William Turner

The Brown Hyena by Charles Hamilton Smith depicts a detailed representation of the animal in its natural habitat.

The Brown Hyena

Charles Hamilton Smith

A park orator passionately speaking to a diverse crowd in Victorian England.

London. A park orator

Charles Dana Gibson

A festive scene depicting Christmas morning with children and a tree.

Xmas Day in ye Morning

Walter Crane

Portrait of Jervoise Clarke-Jervoise by Francis Wheatley.

Jervoise Clarke-Jervoise (1734-1808)

Francis Wheatley

A lively depiction of Donnybrook Fair by Francis Wheatley.

Donnybrook Fair

Francis Wheatley

This painting by Kate Greenaway features a melancholic figure in a natural setting.

When, in disgrace with Fortune and men’s eyes…

Kate Greenaway

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

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.32

Kate Greenaway

A depiction of Falstaff with Mistress Quickly and Bardolph in a lively scene.

Falstaff with Mistress Quickly and Bardolph

Robert Smirke

A dramatic seascape depicting the aftermath of a storm with broken masts and fishermen near the shore.

The Morning after the Storm

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Walter Crane's 'Three Goddesses' features allegorical figures in a vibrant composition.

Three goddesses (allegorical study)

Walter Crane

Francis Wheatley's painting 'Noon' depicts a serene outdoor scene with figures engaged in daily activities.

Noon

Francis Wheatley

Cover illustration for the Almanack for 1891 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1891 – cover

Kate Greenaway

Portrait of Mrs. William Wilberforce and her child by John Linnell.

Portrait of Mrs. William Wilberforce and Child

John Linnell

Paul Nash's 'The Orchard' features a dreamlike landscape filled with trees and abstract forms.

The Orchard

Paul Nash

A vibrant still life featuring gingerbread and spices.

Hot Spice Gingerbread, Smoking Hot!

Francis Wheatley

A depiction of a couple under mistletoe, highlighting themes of love and tradition.

The Mistletoe Bough

Francis Wheatley

A painting titled 'Oriental Hound' by Charles Hamilton Smith depicting a hound in an exotic setting.

Oriental Hound

Charles Hamilton Smith

A dreamy landscape painting depicting weary travelers surrendering to sleep by a fountain in an enchanted garden.

The Fountain of Indolence

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A painting depicting mythological figures in a lush setting.

Nyads and Dryads

Walter Crane

Portrait of Mrs. Farquarson of Finzean by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Mrs Farquarson Of Finzean

Sir Henry Raeburn

David Roberts' 'Interior of a theatre' captures the vibrant atmosphere of a theatrical setting.

Interior of a theatre

David Roberts

David Roberts' 'Studies of Figures in a Church' captures a serene moment within a sacred space.

Studies of Figures in a Church

David Roberts

Cover illustration for the Almanack for 1886 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1886 – cover

Kate Greenaway

Portrait of the Wetten Family by Francis Wheatley.

Portrait Of The Wetten Family

Francis Wheatley

Portrait of Lady Georgina Buckley by George Romney.

Portrait of Lady Georgina Buckley (1766-1832), née West

George Romney

This artwork depicts the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin with vibrant colors and whimsical figures.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Pl 18

Kate Greenaway

A sketch depicting racing yachts with East Cowes Castle in the background.

Sketch for ‘East Cowes Castle, the Regatta Beating to Windward’ No. 3

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Evelyn De Morgan's 'The Angel of Death' depicts a haunting figure surrounded by a dark, atmospheric landscape.

The Angel of Death

Evelyn De Morgan

Frederic Leighton's 'Cymon and Iphigenia' depicts a mythological scene with rich colors and detailed figures.

Cymon And Iphigenia

Frederic Leighton

A painting depicting a prostrate woman by George Romney.

Sketches of a Prostrate Woman

George Romney

Walter Crane's 'Ding Dong Bell' captures a whimsical scene with vibrant colors.

Ding Dong Bell

Walter Crane

A sandy beach with a single ochre sail near the centre left, pale luminous sky, and a faint vertical structure on the horizon to the right.

Brighton Beach, with the Chain Pier in the Distance, from the West

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A depiction of a beautiful woman in a mythical setting.

La Belle Dame Sans Merci

Walter Crane

Portrait of Sybil Frances Grey by John Singer Sargent.

Sybil Frances Grey, later Lady Eden

John Singer Sargent

Study of a Lion and Study of a Lioness’ Head by John Frederick Lewis showcases detailed animal studies.

Study of a Lion and Study of a Lioness’ Head

John Frederick Lewis

Frederic Leighton's 'Invocation' features a dramatic scene with rich colors and intricate details.

Invocation

Frederic Leighton

Portrait of a young Indian woman by Sir Henry Raeburn, showcasing her confident gaze and delicate attire.

Portrait of a young indian woman

Sir Henry Raeburn

A painting titled 'Solitude' by Frederic Leighton depicting a solitary figure in a serene setting.

Solitude

Frederic Leighton

Charing Cross Bridge with River Thames by Claude Monet, depicting a foggy London scene.

Charing-Cross-Brücke with River Thames

Claude Monet

A painting depicting a group of women and children in a mythological setting.

Mythological Group of Women and Children

George Romney

A detailed portrait of a man in North African dress by John Frederick Lewis.

Study Of A Man Wearing North African Dress

John Frederick Lewis

This painting depicts nude figures in a wooded area, showcasing the beauty of the human form in nature.

Study of Nude Figures in a Wooded Area

Robert Smirke

A serene view of the Thames River at Chelsea, painted by Canaletto in 1751.

Chelsea from the Thames at Battersea Reach

Canaletto

A detailed depiction of a long-tailed spiny rat by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Long-Tailed Spiny Rat

Charles Hamilton Smith

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

Under the window; pictures & rhymes for children Pl.48

Kate Greenaway

Walter Crane's *Spenser’s Faerie queene Pl.04* is a vivid illustration inspired by literature.

Spenser’s Faerie queene Pl.04

Walter Crane

A portrait of Lady Elizabeth Capell by George Romney.

Portrait Of Lady Elizabeth Capell, Lady Monson

George Romney

Evelyn De Morgan's 'Death of the Dragon' depicts a dramatic scene of mythological significance.

Death of the Dragon

Evelyn De Morgan

A portrait featuring a man and a demonic figure.

Bolingbroke and Head of a Fiend

George Romney

The Mokattam Dervishes by John Ralph, oil painting depicting swirling dervishes in vibrant colors.

The Mokattam Dervishes, Egypt

Unknown Artist

A portrait of a young boy with a dog, showcasing a moment of companionship.

Master Cathcart y perro

Sir Henry Raeburn

Herbert James Draper's *Autumn* captures a serene female figure surrounded by autumn leaves.

Autumn

Herbert James Draper

A portrait of a woman with soft features and dark hair, set against a muted background.

A Female Head

George Romney

Chilham Castle, Kent by Job Bulman, oil painting depicting a historical landscape.

Chilham Castle, Kent

Job Bulman

A young man with long curling hair in a white shirt and red cloak sits turned slightly right against a gold and black patterned curtain.

James Stuart, Duke of Richmond

Anthony van Dyck

This painting depicts David presenting himself before King Saul.

David before Saul

George Romney

Portrait of Augustus Wall Callcott by John Linnell, capturing the essence of early 19th-century British artistic camaraderie.

Augustus Wall Callcott, R.A.

John Linnell

A painting depicting the Thames Police in a realistic style.

Thames Police

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A wide view of Margate’s shoreline with chalk cliffs, buildings, a dark boat offshore, figures working on the sandy beach, and foaming waves under a cloudy sky.

Margate

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A still life painting featuring two pears by Lawrence Alma-Tadema.

Twee Perzen

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A portrait of children by George Romney.

The Hartley Children

George Romney

A captivating painting by Edmund Blair Leighton showcasing a woman in a shadowy setting.

The Shadow

Edmund Blair Leighton

A serene landscape painting depicting a yew tree farm.

Yew tree farm

Walter Crane

Paul Nash's 'Cloud and Two Stones' features a dreamlike landscape with abstract elements.

Cloud and Two Stones

Paul Nash

A sketch depicting Charles I and Queen Henrietta Maria with their children, showcasing a moment of familial intimacy.

Sketch of Charles I and Queen Henrietta Maria with their two eldest children, Prince Charles and Princess Mary

Anthony van Dyck

A depiction of fashionable women on Bond Street, showcasing the Gibson Girl phenomenon.

On Bond Street

Charles Dana Gibson

A beautiful landscape painting depicting Villefranche.

Villefranche

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

Aardwolf by Charles Hamilton Smith depicts a unique animal in its natural habitat.

Aardwolf

Charles Hamilton Smith

A vibrant depiction of the River Thames in London by Raoul Dufy.

La Tamise, Londres

Raoul Dufy

A detailed depiction of an Asian Palm Civet by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Asian Palm Civet

Charles Hamilton Smith

A detailed depiction of a woman in a medieval setting.

Off

Edmund Blair Leighton

A painting of a dancing woman by Lawrence Alma-Tadema.

Dansende vrouw

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A scene from Shakespeare's The Tempest illustrated by Walter Crane.

Pros; ‘By accident most strange, bountiful fortune, now my dear lady, hath mine enemies brought to this shore …’ [The Tempest]

Walter Crane