18th Century Paintings

Browse free public domain 18th century artworks, paintings, illustrations, and museum pieces.

A capriccio depicting the prisons of San Marco in a lively Venetian piazza.

A Capriccio of the prisons of San Marco set in a piazza with a coach and townsfolk

Canaletto

A rustic scene depicting a young shepherdess weaving a garland of wildflowers.

A rustic scene

François Boucher

A chaotic scene depicting grotesque figures at a table surrounded by theatrical debris, symbolizing the absurdity of the British stage.

A Just View of the British Stage

William Hogarth

A man reclines while a woman sits on the ground in a lush, romantic setting.

A Man Reclining and a Woman Seated on the Ground

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A woman with a playful expression wearing a striped bonnet, framed in an oval.

Head of a Woman Wearing a Striped Bonnet

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A lively puppet show in 18th-century Venice, capturing the joy of public entertainment.

A Puppet Show on the Piazzetta, Venice

Canaletto

A portrait of Sir Sampson Gideon and an unidentified companion by Pompeo Batoni.

Sir Sampson Gideon And An Unidentified Companion

Pompeo Batoni

A shepherd and herdsman seated on a rock with cows and sheep in a serene landscape.

A shepherd and herdsman seated on a rock with cows and sheep, a landscape beyond

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A lively gathering of elegantly dressed figures making music and dancing in a lush garden.

Music and Dance

François Boucher

A child in a heavy veil stands at the edge of an open grave, lifting a shroud while another figure peeks from behind a tomb.

Kind met sluier bij geopend graf

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A pair of six-panel folding screens depicting clusters of Japanese irises in deep blue and green against a gold background.

Irises

Ogata Kōrin

Portrait of a naval officer in a blue coat, oil on canvas by John Wollaston

Portrait of a Naval Officer

John Wollaston

Portrait of Wilhelmina Carolina, princess of Oranje-Nassau, ivory medium, unknown artist

Wilhelmina Carolina (1743-87), prinses van Oranje-Nassau. Dochter van prins Willem IV

Unknown Artist

A woman in 18th-century attire, dressed as the goddess Diana, with a leopard skin, bow, and arrows, set against a lush background.

Madame Bergeret de Frouville as Diana

Jean-Marc Nattier

A woman holds a shield or mirror in this allegorical painting by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo.

Allegorical Figure of a Woman with a Shield or a Mirror

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

François Boucher's Allegory of Music features a young woman playing a lyre surrounded by cherubs.

Allegory of Music

François Boucher

A young woman with a bare back holds a quill above an open folio, gazing upward in a moment of inspiration.

Allegory of Poetry

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's 'Allegory of The Planets and Continents' showcases vibrant colors and intricate figures.

Allegory of The Planets and Continents

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

An Elegant Couple, a Gooseboy and a Gentleman by Francesco Guardi depicts a charming scene of social interaction.

An Elegant Couple, a Gooseboy_and a Gentleman (recto)

Francesco Guardi

Rococo architecture of German cities by Unknown Artist, 18th century

Architecture of German cities Pl.10

Unknown Artist

18th-century Rococo architecture by unknown artist

Architecture of German cities Pl.44

Unknown Artist

18th century baroque architecture by Unknown Artist

Architecture of German cities Pl.53

Unknown Artist

A scene depicting stonemasons at work in a Venetian square.

The Stonemason's Yard

Canaletto

Francesco Guardi's 'Architectural Capriccio' showcases a whimsical blend of architectural elements.

Architectural Capriccio

Francesco Guardi

A dramatic scene from the Battle of Bunker's Hill, with the dying Joseph Warren at the center as a British officer stops a soldier from bayoneting him.

The Battle of Bunker's Hill, June 17, 1775

John Trumbull

A portrait of a man with a gentle expression, wearing a powder-blue velvet coat and lace collar, captured in a moment of poised attention.

Portrait de Joseph Benoît Suvée

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

A man gazes directly at the viewer, his hand elegantly holding a cloak, with a muted palette emphasizing his composed features.

Portrait of Arend Maartensz de Heer

Aert Schouman

A full-length portrait of George Washington standing in a neoclassical interior, dressed in black civilian attire.

George Washington (Lansdowne Portrait)

Gilbert Stuart

A vibrant woodcut depicting anthropomorphic mice in a mock funeral procession for a cat.

The Mice Are Burying the Cat

Unknown Artist

A portrait of a young woman in soft light, possibly Marie-Madeleine Guimard, captured in a moment of contemplation.

Bildnis einer jungen Dame (Marie-Madeleine Guimard ?)

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A large three-masted galleon whose gold hull is written in Arabic calligraphy, with an Ottoman tughra at the stern.

Calligraphic Galleon

Abd al-Qadir Hisari

A lively tavern gathering of merchants and sea captains from colonial Rhode Island, drinking and gambling around a large table.

Sea Captains Carousing in Suriname

John Greenwood

Portret van Charles-Antoine Jombert

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

Portret van Charles Nicolas Cochin II

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

Portret van Henri Guérillot

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

Portret van Lodewijk II de Bourbon-Condé

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

Portret van Louise Elisabeth d'Orléans

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A bust portrait of a man in elaborate armor and a curled wig, set against a blank background.

Portret van Philibert de Gramont

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A detailed view of the Doge's Palace and the Piazzetta in Venice, capturing lively daily activities.

Dogenpalast und Piazzetta

Canaletto

Portrait of Dr. Mackenzie of Edinburgh by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Dr. Mackenzie of Edinburgh

Sir Henry Raeburn

A group of laborers driving a massive ashlar stone into place with wooden mallets and ropes.

Driving an ashlar

Francisco de Goya

Prosper Jolyot de Crebillon

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A portrait of Edward Weld by Pompeo Batoni showcasing intricate details and vibrant colors.

Edward Weld

Pompeo Batoni

Portrait of Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis by Gilbert Stuart.

Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis (Mrs. Lawrence Lewis)

Gilbert Stuart

A portrait of Elizabeth, Lady Blunt by George Romney.

Elizabeth, Lady Blunt

George Romney

A chaotic carnival scene with figures on a spinning ride, a devilish figure, and a crowd engaged in various activities.

Emblematical Print on the South Sea Scheme

William Hogarth

A portrait of Emperor Joseph II and Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo of Tuscany by Pompeo Batoni.

Emperor Joseph II With Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo Of Tuscany

Pompeo Batoni

Francesco Guardi's painting 'Evangelisten Johannes' showcases a religious theme with delicate Rococo details.

Evangelisten Johannes

Francesco Guardi

A portrait of Johann Georg Leerse, showcasing his calm presence and elegant attire.

Portrait of the Frankfurt banker Johann Georg Leerse

Jean-Marc Nattier

A young man in a gold-embroidered waistcoat poses elegantly with a hand on a chair, illuminated by soft daylight.

The Earl of Tyrconnell

Arthur Devis

Four men in white cravats and wigs gathered around a table, engaged in discussion with objects hinting at governance.

The regents of the Walenweeshuis, Amsterdam

Arnold Boonen

A dramatic scene featuring a woman in yellow and pink and a young man in red and gold, surrounded by figures in a tense encounter.

The Return of Orestes

Anton von Maron

A lively portrait of a woman with an elaborate hat, showcasing the elegance and whimsy of Rococo style.

Fanciful Figure

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Francesco Guardi's 'Fantastic Landscape' showcases a serene natural scene with vibrant colors.

Fantastic Landscape

Francesco Guardi

A vibrant scene depicting a festive outdoor gathering.

Fete Champetre

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A solitary fisherman sits by the riverbank, rod in hand, immersed in the quiet act of fishing.

fisherman with his rod

Francisco de Goya

A flock of birds mid-flight against a pale sky.

Flying birds

Francisco de Goya

A bustling flour market scene in Venice, showcasing daily life with women bargaining and gondoliers at work.

Fonteghetto della Farina

Canaletto

Portrait of Francisco Bayeu by Francisco de Goya, showcasing warmth and respect.

Francisco Bayeu

Francisco de Goya

A young woman kneels before a matronly figure who holds a laurel wreath above her head in a Rococo style painting.

The winning Obedience

François Boucher

A portrait of J.J. Rousseau with a direct gaze, framed in an oval shape, showcasing his hair and coat.

Frontispiece: J.J. Rousseau

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

G.me T.mas Raynal

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A portrait of a gentleman standing with a cane by Jean-Antoine Watteau.

Gentilhomme debout tenant avec sa canne

Jean-Antoine Watteau

Adam and Eve react with surprise and fear, illuminated by light, as they face an unseen presence.

God Holds Adam and Eve Responsible

Adriaen van der Werff

A young couple laughing together under a leafy arbor, embodying the spirit of young love.

Happy Lovers

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Goya's 'Se repulen' captures a moment of self-preparation.

Se repulen. (They spruce themselves up.)

Francisco de Goya

Cleopatra Drinking the Pearl, oil on canvas by an unidentified artist

Cleopatra Drinking the Pearl

Unidentified artist

A young boy in a feathered hat, captured in a moment of curiosity.

Attribué à Fragonard - Portrait de jeune garçon avec un chapeau à plumes, Vers

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A detailed view of the Colosseum in 18th-century Rome, bustling with life.

The Colosseum

Canaletto

A caricature of a man holding a tricorne hat, viewed from behind.

Caricature of a Man Holding a Tricorne, Seen from Behind

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

This painting depicts a man looking upwards, showcasing Tiepolo's skill in portraiture.

Head of a Man Looking Up

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

A striking portrait of a woman by George Romney, showcasing his skill in capturing human emotion.

Head of a Woman

George Romney

A portrait of a young girl by François Boucher, showcasing her gentle expression and soft features.

Head of a Young Girl

François Boucher

Portrait of Henrietta Marchant Liston by Gilbert Stuart.

Henrietta Marchant Liston (Mrs. Robert Liston)

Gilbert Stuart

This painting depicts Dorothea Elisabeth Hyllested in a classical portrait style.

Portræt af Dorothea Elisabeth Hyllested

Jens Juel

François Boucher's 'Painter in his Studio' captures an artist immersed in creation within a cluttered studio.

Painter in his Studio

François Boucher

A young woman in elegant silks pauses by a fountain in a lush garden.

Pausing by the Fountain

François Boucher

Portrait of Penelope Macdonald Hamilton, Lady Belhaven and Stenton by Sir Henry Raeburn.

Penelope Macdonald Hamilton, Lady Belhaven and Stenton (ca. 1773-1816)

Sir Henry Raeburn

A lively picnic scene on the banks of the Manzanares River, featuring elegantly dressed men and women enjoying food and wine.

Picnic on the banks of the Manzanares

Francisco de Goya

Pierre-Jean Mariette

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A woman seated and feeding an animal, showcasing George Romney's style.

Seated Woman Feeding an Animal

George Romney

A woman elegantly seated, holding a fan in a Rococo style portrait.

Seated Woman Holding a Fan

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A seated woman gazes down, embodying the delicate elegance of Rococo art.

Seated Woman Looking Down

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A woman seated with a winged putto in a Rococo style painting by Tiepolo.

Seated Woman with a Winged Putto

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

A self-portrait of Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun wearing a straw hat adorned with feathers and flowers, holding brushes and a palette.

Self Portrait in a Straw Hat

Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

A portrait titled 'Sensibility' by George Romney, showcasing a thoughtful figure.

Sensibility

George Romney

A young shepherd boy playing bagpipes under a gentle sky.

Shepherd Boy Playing Bagpipes

François Boucher

A shepherd offers a garland of flowers to a reclining shepherdess in a lush pastoral setting.

Shepherd's Idyll

François Boucher

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

Sketch Of A Mother And Child

George Romney

Still Life with a White Mug by Jean Siméon Chardin features a simple yet elegant arrangement of everyday objects.

Still Life with a White Mug

Jean Siméon Chardin