United States Paintings

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

A portrait depicting a woman in a nostalgic setting.

A last remembrance

Charles Dana Gibson

A solitary man stands before his painting in a bustling salon, capturing the anxieties of the American art world.

He had one picture in the salon

Charles Dana Gibson

A genre scene by Charles Dana Gibson depicting a domestic setting.

A necessary ingredient

Charles Dana Gibson

A depiction of a speaker in a park surrounded by an attentive audience.

A Park Orator

Charles Dana Gibson

A genre scene depicting a quiet dinner with Dr. Bottles.

A quiet dinner with Dr. Bottles

Charles Dana Gibson

Thomas Eakins' painting 'Music' captures a moment of musical performance.

Music

Thomas Eakins

A depiction of Joanna Douglas at her desk, showcasing Whistler's attention to detail.

The Trial Sermon, Joanna Douglas at Her Desk

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

Road scenery near Lake George, oil painting by Sanford Robinson Gifford

Road Scenery Near Lake George

Sanford Robinson Gifford

A young debutante in a white dress is introduced to society amidst her peers.

School days. The debutante

Charles Dana Gibson

A standing female nude from the back, showcasing the human form.

Back View of Standing Female Nude

Carl Newman

Thomas Moran's 'The Grand Canyon, Yellowstone' captures the breathtaking beauty of nature.

The Grand Canyon, Yellowstone

Thomas Moran

Oil painting by Dodge MacKnight depicting a road leading to the sea at twilight.

Road to the Sea

Dodge MacKnight

A satirical drawing depicting a young woman confidently engaging with a group of elderly male lawyers.

Legal advice

Charles Dana Gibson

A young woman gazes into her mirror at a dressing table, reflecting on her thoughts.

She finds some consolation in her mirror

Charles Dana Gibson

A poised young woman, the archetypal 'Gibson Girl,' surrounded by admirers.

She; I have the true social instinct

Charles Dana Gibson

A young woman seeks solace among elderly ladies in a genteel parlor.

She looks for relief among some of the old ones

Charles Dana Gibson

Drapery study for figure of Physics by Kenyon Cox showcases intricate fabric details.

Drapery study for figure of Physics

Kenyon Cox

A young woman and her hopeful suitor in a moment of springtime flirtation.

Signs of spring

Charles Dana Gibson

A young woman in elegant attire sits at a breakfast table, reflecting on the previous night's festivities.

The next morning

Charles Dana Gibson

A portrait of four men by James Abbott McNeill Whistler.

Group of four men

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A striking illustration by Joseph Christian Leyendecker showcasing the theme of printing.

The Inland Printer, November

Joseph Christian Leyendecker

A marine scene depicting ships on the Guidecca Canal.

Shipping – On the Guidecca

Frank Duveneck

A painting of a female nude on hands and knees, showcasing the human form.

Female Nude on Hands and Knees

Carl Newman

Louis Rhead's 'For Fashionable Winter Clothing' showcases a blend of style and seasonal themes.

For Fashionable Winter Clothing

Louis Rhead

A painting featuring three female nudes in a modern style.

Group of Three Female Nudes 2

Carl Newman

A vibrant depiction of a harvest festival with joyful figures and lush landscapes.

Harvest Festival

Arthur Bowen Davies

A well-dressed gentleman stands confused at a crossroads, embodying the archetype of the lost American male.

He loses his way

Charles Dana Gibson

A portrait of a young girl gazing to her left, showcasing delicate features.

Head of a Young Girl Facing Her Left

Carl Newman

Rocky coastline with crashing waves, oil painting by William Trost Richards

Rocky Coastline

William Trost Richards

A serene landscape painting depicting a rocky pool at Bash-Bish Falls.

Rocky Pool, Bash-Bish Falls

John Frederick Kensett

A portrait of Seymour Haden Jr. by Whistler, showcasing a seated figure in a thoughtful pose.

Seymour Haden Jr., Seated

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

Thomas Sully's 'Portrait of a Young Woman' showcases a delicate representation of femininity.

Portrait of a Young Woman

Thomas Sully

Genre scene with figures on cobblestone streets, oil painting by Augustus Köllner

Near Pennsylv. Ave. and 7th St. At Washington City

Augustus Köllner

A drawing of Colonel Sapt, a character from Anthony Hope's novel, showcasing his military bearing.

James. Colonel Sapt

Charles Dana Gibson

A landscape painting featuring dark trees and a moody atmosphere.

Landscape; Black Trees II

Arthur Bowen Davies

Thomas Sully's 'Landscape – Color Wash' showcases a serene natural scene.

Landscape – Color Wash, Titian (no. 9); Landscape – color wash, Rubens (no. 10)

Thomas Sully

A serene landscape painting by George Inness showcasing nature's beauty.

Landscape

George Inness

A standing female nude depicted from the back view.

Standing Female Nude (back view)

Thomas Eakins

Early Autumn, Montclair by George Inness, oil painting depicting autumn trees and golden light.

Early Autumn, Montclair

George Inness

A depiction of urban life in Whistler's 'Street Scene'.

Street Scene

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

This artwork by Kenyon Cox depicts a tribute to the Port of Cleveland.

Study for Mural at U.S. Custom House, Cleveland, OH, ‘Passing Commerce Pays Tribute to the Port of Cleveland’

Kenyon Cox

This painting depicts a dramatic scene from Shakespeare's 'Pericles, Prince of Tyre'.

Pericles, Prince of Tyre. As they cast the Queen overboard

Louis Rhead

A landscape painting by Arthur Bowen Davies depicting a serene scene under a clear sky.

Free of Clouds

Arthur Bowen Davies

This painting depicts Timon of Athens bestowing gold upon his captain.

Timon of Athens, Timon bestowed upon their captain the gold to pay his soldiers Louis Rhead

Louis Rhead

A young woman and a man engage in a moment of emotional tension, captured in a pen-and-ink drawing.

He; ‘and so you won’t let me be yours.’

Charles Dana Gibson

City of New York by Currier & Ives, depicting a vibrant cityscape, lithograph

City of New York

Currier & Ives.

A painting depicting two shoeshine boys with a dog in a lively urban setting.

Two Shoeshine Boys with a Dog

John George Brown

A haunting depiction of the ghost ship Flying Dutchman emerging from a stormy sea.

Flying Dutchman

Albert Pinkham Ryder

A striking artwork by Joseph Christian Leyendecker depicting the contrast between newspapers and books.

Newspapers Over Books

Joseph Christian Leyendecker

Rooftops, Paris by Henry Lyman Saÿen, oil on canvas depicting a sunset over the city skyline.

Rooftops, Paris

Henry Lyman Saÿen

Rooftops, St. Cloud by Thomas Pollock Anshutz, oil painting depicting serene rooftops under soft clouds.

Rooftops, St. Cloud

Thomas Pollock Anshutz

Two women seated near a river, engaged in quiet conversation, surrounded by nature.

Two Women sitting near a River

Mary Cassatt

Arthur Bowen Davies' design features intricate patterns and a harmonious color palette.

Design for an Overdoor Painting and Two Wall Panels

Arthur Bowen Davies

A beautiful landscape painting depicting a Venetian scene by Thomas Moran.

Venetian Scene

Thomas Moran

A beautiful landscape painting depicting a Venetian scene.

Venetian Scene

Thomas Moran

Interior scene of the Rosenwald Museum by Bertha Jaques, oil painting

Rosenwald Museum, Chicago

Bertha Jaques

A satirical illustration depicting a bride and groom after their wedding ceremony.

Having taken all the necessary legal steps..

Charles Dana Gibson

A young woman with a bored expression rests her chin on her hand, embodying the Gibson Girl aesthetic.

When you are bored

Charles Dana Gibson

A satirical depiction of a proud merchant surrounded by his wares, showcasing American commercialism.

The proud merchant

Charles Dana Gibson

A painting by Arthur Bowen Davies exploring dreams and imagination.

A Measure of Dreams

Arthur Bowen Davies

Portrait of a woman by James Abbott McNeill Whistler.

La Mere Gerard

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A vibrant Art Deco painting by Joseph Christian Leyendecker depicting modern life.

Up to date

Joseph Christian Leyendecker

A lively scene depicting aspiring actors in a cramped agency office, each showcasing exaggerated emotions.

Studies in expression, at a dramatic agency

Charles Dana Gibson

A scene depicting social interactions in a Victorian setting.

A misconception

Charles Dana Gibson

Kenyon Cox's 'Romance – nude study' showcases a delicate portrayal of the human form.

Romance – nude study

Kenyon Cox

A line of confident young women advancing with parasols held high, embodying modern femininity.

The invincible army

Charles Dana Gibson

Thomas Moran's 'Head of Yellowstone River' showcases the beauty of the American landscape.

Head of Yellowstone River

Thomas Moran

Morning Mist by Ernest Lawson, oil on canvas depicting trees in mist and soft light.

Morning Mist

Ernest Lawson

This painting depicts a woman in a thoughtful pose, showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors.

Ann Kulhanek-Becka

James C. Kulhanek

A vibrant depiction of irises in a lush garden setting.

The Iris Bed

Charles Courtney Curran

Rouen, Porte de Guillaume by Frederick G. Hall, oil on canvas depicting an archway under a vibrant sky.

Rouen, Porte de Guillaume

Frederick G. Hall

Study for statuette held by figure of Sculpture by Kenyon Cox showcases a detailed figure study.

Study for statuette held by figure of Sculpture

Kenyon Cox

Rough Work by Winslow Homer, watercolor on paper, depicting a figure with a spade in a rugged landscape.

Rough Work

Winslow Homer

A festive scene depicting a Christmas celebration.

Success Christmas Number

Joseph Christian Leyendecker

A satirical illustration contrasting youth and age, featuring two couples in a humorous setting.

Summer and winter

Charles Dana Gibson

A group of elegant women observe a young man playfully engaged with a small dog.

Is this a case for the S. P. C. A.

Charles Dana Gibson

A young boy whistling while standing outdoors, capturing a moment of innocence.

Whistling Boy

Frank Duveneck

A drawing depicting a parade of elegantly dressed men and women, capturing the spirit of early 20th-century society.

Life’s vaudeville

Charles Dana Gibson

Hudson River, Logging by Winslow Homer, oil on canvas showing workers on a river

Hudson River, Logging

Winslow Homer

An illustration of a young woman embodying the 'Gibson Girl' ideal, appearing to float above her admirers.

Lighter than air

Charles Dana Gibson

A figurative painting by Whistler depicting a nude figure.

Little Nude

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A humorous depiction of an American father meeting his daughter's European nobleman fiancé.

That delicious moment. When you meet the nobleman your daughter has captured in europe

Charles Dana Gibson

A confident woman stands tall with a smaller man beside her, embodying the changing roles of women in early 20th-century America.

The American body-guard

Charles Dana Gibson

Thomas Moran's painting captures the majestic Great Falls of Snake River in Idaho Territory.

Great Falls of Snake River, Idaho Territory

Thomas Moran

A portrait of a school boy by Frank Duveneck.

Study of a School Boy

Frank Duveneck

Arthur Bowen Davies' 'Balance' explores themes of harmony and duality through its figures.

Balance

Arthur Bowen Davies

A serene landscape painting by Arthur Bowen Davies featuring clouds.

Landscape with Clouds

Arthur Bowen Davies

Thomas Moran's 'Lower Yellowstone Range' captures the beauty of the American landscape.

Lower Yellowstone Range

Thomas Moran

A painting depicting an artist and his model in a studio setting.

The Artist and His Model

Dean Cornwell

A haunting depiction of Macbeth encountering the witches, showcasing swirling darkness and eerie light.

Macbeth and the Witches

Albert Pinkham Ryder