19th Century Paintings

Browse free public domain 19th century artworks, paintings, illustrations, and museum pieces.

A young boy admires a shepherdess in this painting by Jean-François Millet.

Young Boy Reclining on Elbows, Admiring a Shepherdess

Jean-François Millet

A depiction of a man reading at a lectern, showcasing Daumier's focus on everyday life.

Le Lutrin (‘the Lectern’)

Honoré Daumier

A young girl sits in a bedroom, combing her hair with soft light illuminating her features.

Young Girl Combing Her Hair

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Franz von Stuck's 'Studie zu einem Leichnam Christi für ‘Pieta’' explores themes of death and spirituality.

Studie zu einem Leichnam Christi für ‘Pieta’

Franz von Stuck

Eero Järnefelt's 'Dörnberger piirtää' captures a moment of artistic creation.

Dörnberger piirtää. 1886-88 Ranskan-matkalla. Merk. oik. Dörnberger

Eero Järnefelt

A young child gazes upward with wide eyes and parted lips, framed by loose curls against a muted background.

Studienkopf 3866 Österreichische Galerie Belvedere

Gabriel von Max

A serene portrait of a sleeping woman by Jean-Jacques Henner.

Dormeuse

Jean-Jacques Henner

Thomas Eakins' portrait of Mrs. Mary Arthur showcases a detailed representation of the subject.

Mrs. Mary Arthur

Thomas Eakins

Eugène Delacroix's 'Studienblatt; Araber, ein Tuch schwingend; Mutter und Kind' showcases vibrant colors and dynamic figures.

Studienblatt; Araber, ein Tuch schwingend; Mutter und Kind

Eugène Delacroix

A figure with a turned shoulder, draped fabric, and a floral hat, set against a dark background.

Faustina

Gabriel von Max

A young woman in a white robe stands against a stone wall, flanked by two leopards, with a white rose at her feet.

The Last Token: A Christian Martyr

Gabriel von Max

A vibrant scene depicting elegant women in a wooded setting.

Élégantes au Bois

Louis Valtat

A detailed watercolor study by Adolf Schrödter showcasing intricate designs.

Studien zur Aquarell-Malerei Pl.09

Adolf Schrödter

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's painting 'Bruant au Mirliton' captures a lively scene with vibrant colors and expressive figures.

Bruant au Mirliton

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

A watercolor study by Adolf Schrödter showcasing intricate details.

Studien zur Aquarell-Malerei Pl.19

Adolf Schrödter

A portrait of Theodor Alconière by Friedrich von Amerling.

Der Maler Theodor Alconière

Friedrich von Amerling

This artwork showcases a detailed study in watercolor by Adolf Schrödter.

Studien zur Aquarell-Malerei Pl.23

Adolf Schrödter

Giovanni Boldini's 'In The Park' captures a lively outdoor scene with vibrant colors.

In The Park

Giovanni Boldini

A misty landscape shows two headlands enclosing a bright pale yellow and white sky above a silvery water surface with subtle ripples.

Sunrise, with a Boat between Headlands

Joseph Mallord William Turner

Ferdinand Keller's 'Studienblatt mit bepackten Pferden' depicts horses laden with goods in a natural setting.

Studienblatt mit bepackten Pferden

Ferdinand Keller

Portrait of Zarin Marie Alexandrowna von Rußland by Franz Xaver Winterhalter.

Zarin Marie Alexandrowna von Rußland

Franz Xaver Winterhalter

A painting of dogs by Martinus Rørbye.

Studier af hunde

Martinus Rørbye

A wooden house with figures gathered outside, framed by mountains and a solitary tree in a remote valley.

Im Gosautal

Adalbert Stifter

A dramatic scene depicting two figures overpowering a third in a moment of violence.

Le Meurtre (The Murder)

Paul Cézanne

A woman with pale hands clutches her head beside a crucifix, with a candle illuminating her downcast gaze and a trace of blood on her forehead.

The Ecstatic Virgin Anna Katharina Emmerich

Gabriel von Max

A group of baboons surrounding an easel, with one holding a brush, all engaged in the act of painting.

A Visit to the Artist's Studio

Gabriel von Max

A hand poised at the edge of a white shroud, with an anatomist deep in thought over a young woman's body.

The Anatomist

Gabriel von Max

Oil painting by Gustav Barbarini depicting a mill by a mountain torrent

A Mill by a Mountain Torrent

Gustav Barbarini

A portrait of a woman in a pressed percale skirt by Ramón Casas.

Anís Del Mono (Con Una Falda De Percal Planchá) (In A Pressed Percale Skirt)

Ramón Casas

A house partially hidden by trees and brush, with sunlight filtering through foliage, creating a serene atmosphere.

Das Wohnhaus des Künstlers in Ammerland G 340 Lenbachhaus

Gabriel von Max

A young girl with a crown and embroidered gown holds pale roses, her serious expression illuminated by soft light.

Die heilige Elisabeth als Kind G 5006 Lenbachhaus

Gabriel von Max

A dramatic waterfall cascades down, with figures on a rocky outcrop amidst swirling water and shadow.

Landscape with a Waterfall

Antonio Marini

A minister back in the water by Honoré Daumier depicts a humorous scene of a man in a river.

A minister back in the water

Honoré Daumier

A portrait of a lady with a lace collar by Franz von Stuck.

Portrait einer Dame mit Spitzenkragen

Franz von Stuck

A young woman with a pale headscarf and luminous face gazes calmly, set against a dark background.

The Ghost of Katie King aka Phantom Katie King

Gabriel von Max

A serene landscape painting depicting early spring in the Vienna Woods.

Early spring in the Vienna Woods

Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller

A thoughtful young woman rests her head on her hand, adorned with a dark leaf wreath, holding a golden staff with blue ribbon.

Thoughtful Woman's Head

Gabriel von Max

A tender moment between a shadowed figure and a luminous girl, cradled in white linens, evoking stillness and hope.

The Raising of Jairus' Daughter

Gabriel von Max

A woman in a dark lace-trimmed dress gazes confidently, holding a fan, with a richly carved chair and rose-colored drapery behind her.

Retrato de señora

Antonio Maria Esquivel

A portrait of Mehmet Ali Pasha by John Frederick Lewis.

Study for Mehmet Ali Pasha

John Frederick Lewis

Eero Järnefelt's *Untitled* showcases a realistic portrayal of its subject.

Untitled

Eero Järnefelt

A young woman in ornate Oriental garb, gazing directly at the viewer.

Young Woman in Oriental Garb

Édouard Manet

A portrait of a boy by Józef Simmler, showcasing his detailed technique and use of color.

Studium aktu chłopca, obustronnie

Józef Simmler

A seated nude figure captured in a realistic style.

Seated Nude

Frank Duveneck

This painting depicts a scene inspired by ancient Greek mythology.

Study for Anacreon Cycle

Jean-Léon Gérôme

A coastal scene depicting fisherfolk tending to their boat on the shore under a restless sky.

Coastal scene with fisherfolk tending their boat on the shore

Abraham Hulk

A painting by John Frederick Lewis depicting figure studies in elaborate costumes.

Figure studies in costume

John Frederick Lewis

A young boy writing in a serene setting.

Le petit écriveur

Jean-Jacques Henner

A painting depicting a dramatic scene of invasion by William Bouguereau.

The Invasion

William Bouguereau

A young boy reclines among greens and ochres, holding a statuette with an introspective gaze.

The statue seller

Antonio Mancini

A portrait of Jane Jarvis by Paul Delaroche.

Jane Jarvis

Paul Delaroche

Portrait of George Sand by Eugène Delacroix, showcasing her introspective expression.

George Sand

Eugène Delacroix

Study for Drapery of ’Pursuit of the Ideal’ by Kenyon Cox showcases intricate fabric details.

Study for Drapery of ’Pursuit of the Ideal’

Kenyon Cox

A vibrant depiction of the Vieux Port in Marseille, showcasing fishing boats and lively harbor activity.

1890 Pierre-Auguste Renoir peinture à l'huile, Vieux Port à Marseille

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

A study depicting a picnic scene with a nude woman and two clothed men in a woodland setting.

Study for Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe

Édouard Manet

A still life painting featuring new wine and various objects.

Stillleben; Neuer Wein

Albert Anker

A poignant depiction of a disabled man in a somber setting.

The Invalid

Honoré Daumier

A portrait of a stylish woman by Pascal-Adolphe-Jean Dagnan-Bouveret.

Portrait d’une élégante

Pascal-Adolphe-Jean Dagnan-Bouveret

A study of a man with a wheelbarrow by Jean-François Millet.

Study for Man with a Wheelbarrow

Jean-François Millet

A study of Mercury by Isidore Pils, showcasing classical themes and detailed figures.

Study For Mercury

Isidore Pils

A portrait of a Greek girl by James Abbott McNeill Whistler.

Greek Girl

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

Veldbloemen by Emrik & Binger

Veldbloemen

Emrik & Binger

William Bouguereau's 'Justice, Religious Scene' depicts a serene moment of divine justice.

Justice, Religious Scene

William Bouguereau

A contemplative interior scene by Vilhelm Hammershøi.

Study For The Coin Collector

Vilhelm Hammershøi

A striking woodblock print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi depicting a moonlit scene.

Kōshi no tsuki

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

A depiction of summer featuring a young woman in a lush landscape.

l’été (Summer )

William Bouguereau

A man with red hair and a moustache sits at an orange table, resting his head on his right hand against a blue swirling background.

Dr Paul Gachet

Vincent van Gogh

A captivating portrait by Albert Edelfelt showcasing a woman in a serene setting.

Solveig II

Albert Edelfelt

Frau von Bartsch is a captivating portrait by Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller.

Frau von Bartsch

Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller

Franz von Defregger's 'Abschied des Jägers' depicts a poignant farewell scene.

Abschied des Jägers

Franz von Defregger

Renoir's painting of Monet in his garden captures the essence of Impressionism.

Claude Monet Painting in His Garden at Argenteuil

Pierre-Auguste Renoir

A painting titled 'Steam' by Hugo Salmson depicting a steam engine in a landscape.

Steam

Hugo Salmson

Édouard Manet's 'Fish (Still Life)' captures the essence of marine life through a realistic portrayal.

Fish (Still Life)

Édouard Manet

This illustration depicts two figures engaged in conversation at a table.

Illustration for Don Quixote, Two Figures at a Table

Robert Smirke

A portrait of Lady Kido Suikōin by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi.

Lady Kido Suikōin

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

A landscape painting by Jan Ciągliński depicting the rural scenery of Podolia.

Study from Podolia

Jan Ciągliński

A portrait of Allan M’Aulay by Horace Vernet, showcasing a detailed depiction of the subject.

Allan M’Aulay

Horace Vernet

A young woman gazes upward, holding a half-open book to her chest against a dark background.

The Soul's Awakening

James Sant

A serene landscape painting by George Inness.

Landscape

George Inness

A young artist sits in a studio, deep in thought, surrounded by sketches and art supplies.

James Sant

James Sant

A study of a washerwoman by Camille Pissarro.

Washerwoman, Study

Camille Pissarro

A portrait of a seated woman by James Abbott McNeill Whistler.

Study – Maude Seated

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

A confident woman in a lavish gown with gold embroidery, set against a red curtain and classical decor.

Raimunda Osorio, Marchioness of Linares

Francisco Pradilla

A woman in anguish reaches for a figure being carried away, surrounded by chaos and struggle.

The Rape of the Sabine Women

Francisco Pradilla

A portrait of Mrs. Francis Stanton Blake by Julius Leblanc Stewart.

Portrait of Mrs. Francis Stanton Blake

Julius Leblanc Stewart

A depiction of a Muslim man preparing for prayer, showcasing intricate details and cultural elements.

A Muslim Preparing for Prayer

Jean-Léon Gérôme

A young man reclines on a bed, surrounded by soft colors and delicate details.

Le jeune malade.

Henri Fantin-Latour

A poignant depiction of a cemetery scene by Albert Anker.

At The Cemetery

Albert Anker

This painting depicts a deceased man in a somber setting.

Study of a deceased man

Jan Ciągliński

A man and a child cling to each other on a rock amid a stormy sea, embodying survival and vulnerability.

The Shipwrecked

Francisco Pradilla