18th Century Paintings

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

A portrait of a woman wearing a turban by Jens Juel.

Kvindehoved med turban

Jens Juel

St. Francis Borgia offers a crucifix to a dying man in a moment of spiritual crisis.

St. Francis Borgia Helping a Dying Impenitent

Francisco de Goya

A vibrant depiction of St. Mark's Square in Venice, showcasing the clock tower and bustling crowds.

St. Mark's and the Clock Tower, Venice

Canaletto

A standing male figure depicted in a Rococo style by Jean-Antoine Watteau.

Standing Male Figure

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A distinguished man in a full coat and high hat, adorned with a medallion.

Standing Man in a Full Coat and High Hat with a Medaillon

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

A painting of a standing woman holding a hoop.

Standing Woman Holding a Hoop

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

Portrait of a woman named Sylvia by Angelica Kauffmann.

Sylvia

Angelica Kauffmann

A portrait of a lady, possibly Mrs. Marion Corry Gilchrist, by Sir Henry Raeburn, showcasing her dignified expression and elegant attire.

Portrait Of A Lady, Said To Be Mrs. Marion Corry Gilchrist

Sir Henry Raeburn

A depiction of the Banqueting House and Holbein Gate in Whitehall, London, with the equestrian statue of King Charles I.

The Banqueting House and the Holbein Gate, Whitehall, with the Equestrian Statue of King Charles I

Canaletto

This painting depicts a young man, possibly Louis Berthier-Bizy, showcasing the Rococo style.

Portrait of a youth, said to be Louis Berthier-Bizy

Nicolas Bernard Lépicié

A detailed depiction of the Grand Canal in Venice, showcasing the Rialto Bridge and bustling gondolas.

The Canal Grande with a View Southeast toward the Rialto Bridge

Canaletto

A woman in the act of undressing, captured in soft golden light.

The Chemise Withdrawn

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Portrait of Teresa Bandettini-Landucci by Angelica Kauffmann.

Portrait of the Impromptu Virtuoso Teresa Bandettini-Landucci of Lucca

Angelica Kauffmann

A lively scene of young men and women dancing along the Manzanares River, showcasing their vibrant costumes and joyful expressions.

Dance of the Majos at the Banks of Manzanares

Francisco de Goya

Architecture of German cities Pl.56, etching by Unknown Artist

Architecture of German cities Pl.56

Unknown Artist

Saint Christopher carrying the Christ Child across a river, painted by Francisco de Goya.

Saint Christopher

Francisco de Goya

A young servant woman in simple attire pauses mid-task, lost in thought.

The Beautiful Servant

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A portrait of a man in a turban, seen from behind, by Giambattista Tiepolo.

A Man in a Turban, Seen from Behind

Giambattista Tiepolo

A panoramic view of the Thames and the City of London from Richmond House, painted by Canaletto in 1747.

London: The Thames and the City of London from Richmond House

Canaletto

A grand procession of the Knights of the Bath in front of Westminster Abbey.

London: Westminster Abbey, with a Procession of Knights of the Bath

Canaletto

A vibrant depiction of London featuring Richmond House and the Thames.

London: Whitehall and the Privy Garden from Richmond House

Canaletto

A portrait of François-André Vincent, showcasing his thoughtful gaze and artistic tools.

The Painter François-André Vincent

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

A woman artist in a blue satin gown at her easel, flanked by two attentive young women.

Self-Portrait with Two Pupils

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

A confident lady with powdered hair and a pink ribbon, wearing a silk dress with lace, gazes directly at the viewer.

Portrait of a Lady

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

A reclining Venus attended by putti, surrounded by doves, pearls, flowers, and drapery against a green curtain and blue sky backdrop.

The Toilette of Venus

François Boucher

Portrait of Voltaire, after His Bust by Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne II

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A knife with a wooden handle lies diagonally on a white tablecloth with a loaf of bread, an overturned wine glass, and a wooden pail holding a ceramic cup and pewter tankard.

The White Tablecloth

Jean Siméon Chardin

Charles IV of Spain stands in full hunting dress holding a rifle with a dog sitting at his feet against a misty landscape background.

Portrait of Charles IV, King of Spain

Francisco de Goya

Adrienne Sophie Marquise de ***

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

A young woman in a pale blue skirt sits on a swing held by a tall tree branch, surrounded by three women and four children in a sunlit landscape.

The Swing

Francisco de Goya

A quiet moment of anticipation between two elegantly dressed figures in a secluded garden at dusk.

the Rendezvous

Francisco de Goya

Antoine De Parcieux

Augustin de Saint-Aubin

Portrait of Lucy, Mrs. Wheatley by Francis Wheatley.

Lucy, Mrs. Wheatley

Francis Wheatley

A seated figure in formal attire studies a violin and sheet music.

Portrait of a Violinist

Anne Vallayer-Coster

A sultana reclines on an ottoman, adorned in luxurious fabrics and jewels, embodying the fantasy of the Orient.

Sultana on an Ottoman

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Tête de femme de profil

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A young woman on a ladder reaches for cherries while a youth steadies her gaze.

The Cherry Gatherers

François Boucher

A painting depicting the City of Westminster from the River Thames near the York Water Gate.

The City of Westminster from River Thames near the York Water Gate

Canaletto

A portrait of José Moñino y Redondo, Count of Floridablanca, by Francisco de Goya, showcasing his authoritative pose and modernizing ambitions.

The Count of Floridablanca

Francisco de Goya

A young woman and a man exchange produce in a lush, theatrical setting.

The Exchange of Produce

François Boucher

A girl blowing a bubble in a dim setting, surrounded by a skull, a closed book, and an abandoned violin.

Bubble-blowing Girl with a Vanitas Still Life

Adriaen van der Werff

A scene depicting young women gathering flowers in a sunlit glade.

The Flower Gatherers

François Boucher

A depiction of a housekeeper engaged in her daily tasks.

The Housekeeper

Jean Siméon Chardin

A depiction of the Holy Family with Virgin Mary, infant Christ, and Joseph in a warm domestic scene.

The Holy Family

Francisco de Goya

A young shepherdess is gently awakened by a companion under a tree in a playful Rococo scene.

The Interrupted Sleep

François Boucher

A depiction of a kitchen maid engaged in her daily tasks.

The Kitchen Maid

Jean Siméon Chardin

A young woman working on ribbons and lace in a softly lit atelier.

The Modiste

François Boucher

A young woman in a lavish gown holds a sealed letter in a sunlit interior.

The Love Letter

François Boucher

A young woman reading a love letter at her writing table, surrounded by luxury.

The Love Letter

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A young woman in a pale gown receives a love letter in a lush garden.

The Progress of Love: Love Letters

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

The Perfect Accord by Jean-Antoine Watteau depicts a serene gathering in a lush landscape.

The Perfect Accord

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A young man offers a rose to a lady in a lush garden, capturing a moment of romantic pursuit.

The Progress of Love: The Pursuit

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

The Virgin Mary stands on a crescent moon, surrounded by cherubs and angels in a radiant light.

The Immaculate Conception

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

A young woman in a brown bodice and white apron holds a tray with a cup of chocolate and a glass of water.

The Chocolate Girl

Jean-Etienne Liotard

A woman partially concealed by a black silk veil, dressed in white lace and pink silk, holding a fan close to her face.

The Lady with the Veil (the Artist's Wife)

Alexander Roslin

Four children are arranged in a lively portrait within an opulent interior, showcasing their clothing and surroundings.

The Graham Children

William Hogarth

A royal family portrait featuring Philip V of Spain and his family in an opulent setting.

The Family of Philip V

Louis-Michel van Loo

A woman kneels with a basket of small winged figures in a classical interior.

The Cupid Seller

Joseph-Marie Vien

A young boy in 18th-century dress stands at a desk, gazing at a spinning top.

Boy with a Spinning-Top

Jean Siméon Chardin

The interior of an art dealer's shop bustling with elegantly dressed figures viewing and discussing paintings.

The Shop Sign of Gersaint

Jean-Antoine Watteau

Engraving depicting Gothic architecture by Unknown Artist

Architecture of German cities Pl.40

Unknown Artist

A single figure in an elaborate costume with a blue-grey suit and red cape, posed gracefully against a softly rendered background.

L'Indifférent

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A portrait of Charles Coote, 1st Earl of Bellamont, in ceremonial robes with an extravagant hat and a casual pose.

Portrait of Charles Coote, 1st Earl of Bellamont (1738-1800), in Robes of the Order of the Bath

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A seated mother and her standing daughter in elegant attire, sharing a tender moment in a softly lit setting.

Portrait of Mrs. Boone and her Daughter, the later Lady Drummond

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A reclining woman in blue and gold, with a cascade of golden coins, embodying the myth of Danae.

The actress Kitty Fisher as Danae

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a bold red riding habit stands confidently with a riding crop against a moody landscape.

Lady Worsley

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A lady in a lace bonnet and dark cloak, adorned with pink bows, smiles conspiratorially in a softly illuminated portrait.

Portrait of a Lady

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A commanding figure in a red and gold uniform stands beside a horse, gazing beyond the frame with a stormy sky above.

John Manners, Marquess of Granby

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A young officer stands at the edge of land and sea, pointing decisively against a storm-darkened sky.

Captain the Honourable Augustus Keppel, 1725-86

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Mrs Baldwin in exotic costume, showcasing her poised self-possession and intricate details.

Mrs Baldwin. Sir Joshua Reynolds pinx.t Paul Rajon sculp.t

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a silvery gown stands confidently in a landscape, with a playful spaniel at her feet.

Mrs. Elisha Mathew

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a turban and ermine-lined robe gazes softly, illuminated by warm light against a dark background.

Mrs. Richard Paul Jodrell

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A young artist shielding his eyes, holding a brush and palette, with light illuminating his face against a shadowy background.

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Augustus Keppel, Viscount Keppel, in a military uniform with a sword, gazing confidently at the viewer.

Augustus Keppel, Viscount Keppel

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Elizabeth Kerr, Marchioness of Lothian, in a blue gown with ermine trim, gazing thoughtfully beyond the frame.

Elizabeth Kerr, Marchioness of Lothian

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A self-portrait of Sir Joshua Reynolds, capturing a thoughtful gaze with light and shadow emphasizing his features.

Self-Portrait

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a white dress with red sashes and bows stands in an open landscape pointing to an inscription on the ground, with a small white dog at her feet.

Portrait of the Duchess of Alba

Francisco de Goya

A portrait of Thérèse Louise de Sureda by Francisco de Goya.

Thérèse Louise de Sureda

Francisco de Goya

A man in a white shirt slides a bolt across a door while holding a woman in a golden satin dress seated on an unmade bed with red drapery nearby.

The Lock

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

A view of Greenwich Hospital with twin domes, boats on the River Thames, the Queen’s House, and the Royal Observatory on a clear day.

London: Greenwich Hospital from the North Bank of the Thames

Canaletto

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's painting features two allegorical figures in a decorative style.

Two Allegorical Figures for a Ceiling

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

A dense crowd gathers beneath pale awnings in front of the ornate Scuola Grande di San Rocco and the brick church of San Rocco under a luminous blue sky.

Venice: The Feast Day of Saint Roch

Canaletto

A congregation seated on benches and stools fills the shadowed interior of a synagogue with soaring columns and pointed arches.

The Synagogue

Alessandro Magnasco

A detailed depiction of Venice's Grand Canal featuring the Doge's Palace.

Venedig + palace of Duke

Canaletto

A fantastical depiction of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice with imaginary architecture.

Venice: San Giorgio Maggiore in a Caprice Setting

Canaletto

A vibrant depiction of a regatta on the Grand Canal in Venice, showcasing the festive spirit of the event.

Venice: A Regatta on the Grand Canal

Canaletto

François Boucher's 'Virgin and Child with the Young Saint John the Baptist and Angels' depicts a tender moment of devotion.

Virgin and Child with the Young Saint John the Baptist and Angels

François Boucher

A painting by Jean-Antoine Watteau depicting allegorical themes.

Voulez vous triompher des Belles

Jean-Antoine Watteau

A woman is depicted adjusting a ribbon in her hair, showcasing the elegance of Rococo style.

Woman Adjusting a Ribbon in Her Hair

Angelica Kauffmann

Portrait of William Henry Lambton by Angelica Kauffmann.

William Henry Lambton (1764-1797)

Angelica Kauffmann