United Kingdom Paintings

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

A depiction of Prospero conjuring a masque for Ferdinand and Miranda.

Prospero Conjuring a Masque for Ferdinand and Miranda

Robert Smirke

A serene depiction of the Thames River with ships and a cloudy sky.

Purfleet and the Essex Shore as seen from Long Reach

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A serene landscape featuring a solitary tree against a dramatic sky.

Landscape with a Tree on the Right

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A woman in a white gown with a pale lavender sash sits in an 18th-century French Bergère chair against a blue wall with gold and cream motifs.

Lady Agnew of Lochnaw

John Singer Sargent

Landscape depicting figures in Barnes Common, oil painting by T. E. Jeffers

Barnes Common, June 1836

T. E. Jeffers

William Blake's 'Sacrifice of Job' depicts Job in anguish, offering a burnt sacrifice amidst his family and friends.

Sacrifice of Job

William Blake

A landscape painting by Paul Nash depicting dramatic cliffs.

Cliffs

Paul Nash

Frederic Leighton's painting 'Samson and Delilah' captures the dramatic moment of betrayal.

Samson and Delilah

Frederic Leighton

A realistic depiction of rural life in Kent, showcasing laborers and the countryside.

Scene in Kent

John Linnell

A stormy seascape depicting fishing boats near a wooden pier as a gale approaches.

Seapiece with fishing boats off a wooden pier, a gale coming in

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A portrait of Sir William Hamilton by George Romney.

Sir William Hamilton

George Romney

A vibrant depiction of spring by Francis Wheatley.

Spring

Francis Wheatley

Evelyn De Morgan's 'Clytie' depicts a mythological figure surrounded by vibrant colors.

Clytie

Evelyn De Morgan

A painting depicting Jessica from Shakespeare's play, captured in a golden haze as she prepares to escape.

Jessica (from William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, Act II, sc.v)

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Portrait of Colonel Alastair Ranaldson Macdonell of Glengarry by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Colonel Alastair Ranaldson Macdonell of Glengarry (1771 – 1828)

Sir Henry Raeburn

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style by Walter Crane.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.19

Walter Crane

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.34

Walter Crane

A detailed depiction of a crab-eating fox in its natural habitat.

Crab-eating Fox

Charles Hamilton Smith

Frederic Leighton's painting 'Crenaia, The Nymph Of The Dargle' depicts a mythical nymph in a lush landscape.

Crenaia, The Nymph Of The Dargle

Frederic Leighton

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.16

Walter Crane

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.23

Walter Crane

A painting depicting two children crossing a brook in a lush landscape.

Crossing the Brook

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A vibrant depiction of flowers by Walter Crane.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.26

Walter Crane

Frederic Leighton's 'Cupid and Doves' showcases a romantic scene with mythological elements.

Cupid and Doves

Frederic Leighton

A vibrant depiction of flowers in a decorative style.

Flora’s feast; A masque of flowers Pl.29

Walter Crane

William Blake's 'Christ's Entry into Jerusalem' depicts Jesus entering Jerusalem on a donkey.

Christ's Entry into Jerusalem

William Blake

A serene landscape painting by Hercules Brabazon Brabazon.

Dakke

Hercules Brabazon Brabazon

A charming illustration of roses by Kate Greenaway.

Sweet is the Rose, but growes upon a brere…

Kate Greenaway

A portrait of David Anderson by Sir Henry Raeburn, showcasing a contemplative expression against a dark background.

David Anderson

Sir Henry Raeburn

A portrait of David playing the harp, showcasing his thoughtful expression and elegant attire.

David Playing the Harp

George Romney

A luminous landscape depicting the Holy Family's flight into Egypt at dawn.

Dawn of Christianity (Flight into Egypt)

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A charming illustration by Kate Greenaway depicting a whimsical scene.

Almanack for 1892 – Frontispiece

Kate Greenaway

Cover illustration for the Almanack for 1893 by Kate Greenaway.

Almanack for 1893 – cover

Kate Greenaway

A festive harvest dinner scene on Kingston Bank, capturing rural traditions and communal celebration.

Harvest Dinner, Kingston Bank

Joseph Mallord William Turner

An illustration by Kate Greenaway from 1889 featuring whimsical children in a pastoral setting.

01 Almanack for 1889 – Title

Kate Greenaway

A charming still life featuring an apple pie by Kate Greenaway.

A Apple Pie Pl 15

Kate Greenaway

This painting depicts a young man with a thoughtful expression.

Head of a Youth

George Romney

A charming still life painting by Kate Greenaway featuring an apple pie.

A Apple Pie Pl 04

Kate Greenaway

A romantic scene depicting a young woman reading a letter.

Le billet doux

Edmund Blair Leighton

A landscape painting depicting Godalming from the south, showcasing rolling hills and the River Wey.

Godalming from the South

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A charming illustration depicting a child's daily life.

A day in a child’s life Pl.02

Kate Greenaway

A portrait of a man by George Romney, showcasing his characteristic style.

Head of a Man

George Romney

A charming illustration of a child's daily life by Kate Greenaway.

A day in a child’s life Pl.01

Kate Greenaway

A charming illustration depicting a day in a child's life.

A day in a child’s life Pl.08

Kate Greenaway

A charming illustration capturing a day in a child's life by Kate Greenaway.

A day in a child’s life Pl.26

Kate Greenaway

A captivating portrait of a young woman by John Frederick Lewis.

Head of a Young Woman

John Frederick Lewis

A portrait of a young woman by Frederic Leighton.

Leandra

Frederic Leighton

A woman with dark curling hair and a black dress with a wide white lace collar faces forward against a dark brown background.

Henrietta Maria (1609–1669), Queen of Charles I

Anthony van Dyck

A woman with long dark hair gazes thoughtfully while wearing a flowing white dress.

A Pensive Lady

George Romney

A double portrait of John Hamilton, 1st Baron Belhaven, and his wife, Margaret Hamilton, by Anthony van Dyck.

John Hamilton, 1st Baron Belhaven, d. 1679. Royalist (With his wife, Margaret Hamilton)

Anthony van Dyck

Portrait of John Russell, Sixth Duke of Bedford by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres.

John Russell, Sixth Duke of Bedford

Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

A painting by Frederic Leighton depicting a serene figure in a lush setting.

Lieder ohne Worte

Frederic Leighton

Portrait of Lieutenant Colonel George Allan of the 16th Hussars by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Lieutenant Colonel George Allan of the 16th Hussars, ‘The Hussar’

Sir Henry Raeburn

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

Almanack for 1893 – Frontispiece

Kate Greenaway

Frederic Leighton's 'Light of the Harem' captures a serene moment in a harem setting.

Light of the Harem

Frederic Leighton

Portrait of Joseph Chamberlain by John Singer Sargent.

Joseph (‘Joe’) Chamberlain

John Singer Sargent

A painting depicting the Old Horse Guards from St James's Park in London.

London: the Old Horse Guards from St James's Park

Canaletto

A detailed view of the Thames River from Somerset House, showcasing Westminster in the distance.

London: The Thames from Somerset House Terrace towards Westminster

Canaletto

A portrait of Lord Salisbury by George Romney, showcasing detailed features and a classical setting.

Lord Salisbury, Standing by a Pillar

George Romney

Franz Xaver Winterhalter's painting 'Louisa Hargreaves' showcases a detailed portrait of a woman.

Louisa Hargreaves

Franz Xaver Winterhalter

David Roberts' painting 'Luxor. Dec. 1st' captures the grandeur of ancient Egyptian architecture.

Luxor. Dec. 1st

David Roberts

Exterior of Curing-House and Stills, oil painting by William A. V. Clark

Exterior of Curing-House and Stills

William A. V. Clark

This painting depicts Macbeth with the witches from Shakespeare's play.

Macbeth and the witches

George Romney

The Virgin Mary and Christ Child with a yarnwinder, symbolizing Christ's future Passion.

Madonna of the Yarnwinder

Leonardo da Vinci

Portrait of Katherine Manners, Duchess of Buckingham, by Anthony van Dyck.

Katherine Manners, Duchess of Buckingham, later Marchioness of Antrim (d. 1649)

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of Major-General Sir Archibald Campbell by George Romney.

Major-General Sir Archibald Campbell

George Romney

A portrait of Major Thomas Pearson with a Brahman, showcasing intricate details and rich colors.

Major Thomas Pearson and the Brahman

George Romney

A study of a male figure by Frederic Leighton showcasing the artist's attention to the human form.

Male Figure Study

Frederic Leighton

Art and the Jade by Herbert James Draper features a woman with flowing hair surrounded by lush greenery and jade elements.

Art and the Jade

Herbert James Draper

A painting of Kilgarren Castle silhouetted against a dramatic sky in Pembrokeshire.

Kilgarren Castle, Pembrokeshire

Joseph Mallord William Turner

A unique depiction of a mythical creature by Charles Hamilton Smith.

Asinus Hippagrus The Yo-To-Tze

Charles Hamilton Smith

A depiction of men in evening dress at the National Sporting Club, capturing the tension and camaraderie before a boxing match.

At the national sporting club

Charles Dana Gibson

The Manchester Madonna by Michelangelo depicts the Virgin Mary and Christ Child in an unfinished state.

Manchester Madonna

Michelangelo

This painting depicts Bonaparte's horse, Marengo, in a dramatic pose.

Marengo, Bonaparte’s Arab

Charles Hamilton Smith

A young man leans forward with a cane while a woman recoils in a cabinet of curiosities filled with anatomical models.

Marriage A-la-Mode: 3. The Inspection

William Hogarth

David Roberts' painting 'Kom Ombo. Nov. 21st' captures the architectural beauty of ancient Egypt.

Kom Ombo. Nov. 21st

David Roberts

Portrait of Mary, Lady Van Dyck by Anthony van Dyck, depicting her in a sumptuous dress with pearls.

Mary, Lady Van Dyck

Anthony van Dyck

A portrait of Mary Taylour, Viscountess of Headfort, by Pompeo Batoni.

Mary Taylour, Viscountess of Headfort, later Countess of Bective and Marchioness of Headfort

Pompeo Batoni

A portrait of Master William Page and Sir Hugh Evans by Robert Smirke.

Master William Page and Sir Hugh Evans

Robert Smirke

A portrait of Mrs. Thomas Phipps by George Romney.

Mrs. Thomas Phipps

George Romney

Men with horses crossing a river, showcasing the struggle of travel in a dramatic landscape.

Men with Horses Crossing a River

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Galileo’s Villa by M.H. Long, Romanticism landscape, features rolling hills and a villa.

Galileo’s Villa

M.H. Long

A portrait of Henrietta Maria by Anthony van Dyck, showcasing her serene authority and gentle dignity.

Henrietta Maria

Anthony van Dyck

A historical painting by Edmund Blair Leighton depicting a moment of significance.

Witness my act and seal

Edmund Blair Leighton

Frederic Leighton's painting depicts Moses gazing at the Promised Land.

Moses Views the Promised Land

Frederic Leighton

A tender portrayal of a mother and child by George Romney.

Mother and Child

George Romney

A painting depicting a sea-eagle renewing its life, showcasing vibrant colors and dynamic composition.

Chapter XI. The Sea-eagle reneweth his life

Walter Crane

A landscape painting by Walter Crane depicting Hallblithe among the mountains.

Chapter XVII. Hallblithe amongst the Mountains

Walter Crane

A scene from Shakespeare's 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' depicted by Robert Smirke.

Merry wives of Windsor, I, 3

Robert Smirke

Claude Monet's *Charing Cross Bridge, London* captures the bustling bridge in soft colors.

Charing Cross Bridge, London

Claude Monet