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Chelsea Bridge And Church. — James Abbott Mcneill Whistler

John Martin

1827

Eve

Explore John Martin’s dramatic ‘Eve’ print – a masterpiece of Romanticism. Witness intense emotion & biblical narrative in this iconic artwork. Buy art online.

William Hodges

1776

[waterfall In Dusky Bay With Maori Canoe]

Experience the romantic majesty of William Hodges' 1776 depiction of a waterfall and Maori canoe in Dusky Bay; discover this rare piece of early Pacific exploration art.

Explore John Joseph Sheridan's vibrant poster depicting food conservation during WWI – a patriotic tribute to American troops and the importance of locally grown produce. Discover unique artwork blending sports & art.

James Abbott Mcneill Whistler

1861

The Forge.

Discover Whistler's 'The Forge,' a captivating charcoal drawing capturing an intimate moment of everyday life. Explore tonalism & aestheticism in this influential 1861 print.

James Abbott Mcneill Whistler

1883

Little Court.

Roderic O'conor

1916

Mixed Flowers On Pink Cloth

Explore Roderic O’Conor’s ‘Mixed Flowers on Pink Cloth’ (1916). A vibrant Post-Impressionist study in color & texture, showcasing expressive brushwork and a sensual red palette.

James Abbott Mcneill Whistler

1879

The

A shadowy Parisian street corner captured through the dramatic chiaroscuro of James Abbott McNeill Whistler's 1879 etching The Rue Morgue invites you to experience the atmospheric beauty of this tonalist masterpiece.

John Piper

1933

Collage, Still Life With Black Head

Explore John Piper’s evocative Collage, still life with black head – a lyrical 1933 painting reflecting Nicholson's naïve style and Braque’s influence. Discover this decorative masterpiece and bring British landscape art into your home.

John Webber

1788

Ship Cove, Queen Charlotte Sound

John Webber's 'Ship Cove' captures a pivotal moment in Cook’s voyage – cultural exchange & simmering tension between Māori and British crews. Explore this evocative landscape painting.

John Webber

1780

Portrait Of Captain James Cook

John Webber (1751-1793): English artist of Captain Cook's voyages. Renowned for Pacific landscapes, portraits & documenting 18thC exploration. Works in major museums.

John Martin

1837

The Country Of The Iguanodon

Explore John Martin's monumental watercolor "The Country of the Iguanodon," depicting a dramatic clash between prehistoric titans and capturing the sublime spirit of Romantic landscape painting. John Martin's "The Country of the Iguanodon" is a breathtaking watercolor masterpiece that embodies the Romantic movement’s fascination with grandeur and terror. Created in 1837, it showcases Martin’s mas

Frank Barrington Craig

1911

Goblin Market

Frank Craig’s Goblin Market captures Victorian fascination with folklore through exquisitely detailed depictions of fairies amidst a mystical forest setting—a stunning testament to his artistic prowess and inspired by the Romantic era.

Frank Barrington Craig

1911

Goblin Market

Explore Frank Barrington Craig’s captivating Goblin Market painting – inspired by Christina Rossetti's poem and showcasing a mesmerizing depiction of temptation and folklore.

James Abbott Mcneill Whistler

1879

Chelsea.

Explore James Abbott Whistler’s ‘Chelsea.’ A stunning 1879 etching showcasing urban riverside life with loose lines & diffused light. Discover its realism & impressionistic style.

John Webber

1788

Ship Cove, Queen Charlotte Sound

Explore John Webber’s ‘Ship Cove, Queen Charlotte Sound’ (1788). A captivating 18th-century landscape revealing Māori trade & colonial tensions. Discover a nuanced story of exploration & cultural exchange.

John Gerrard Keulemans

1900

Three Huia (heteralocha Acutirostris)

Admire John Gerrard Keulemans’ exquisite 1900 watercolor of three huia – an extinct NZ treasure! Discover this rare study of unique plumage & Māori symbolism.

John Piper

1933

Collage, Still Life With Black Head

Explore John Piper’s ‘Collage, still life with black head’ (1933). A surreal mixed-media artwork blending portraiture & landscape. Discover its layered textures, doily motifs & melancholic beauty.

Glyn Warren Philpot

1910

Girl At Her Toilet

Discover this unsettling 1910 portrait by Glyn Philpot, capturing a moment of studied indifference with dark, evocative tones; own a piece of early 20th-century British art.

John Webber

1785

Poedua [poetua], Daughter Of Oreo, Chief Of Ulaietea, One Of The Society Isles

A captivating portrait by John Webber depicts Poetua, a young Polynesian princess from Raiatea, amidst cultural exchange and historical tension during Captain Cook's voyage. Explore its layers of beauty & complexity.

Adam Elsheimer

1612

Jupiter And Mercury In The House Of Philemon And Baucis

Admire 'Jupiter & Mercury,' an exquisite 1612 engraving by Hendrick Goudt depicting a divine encounter within a humble home, showcasing Baroque artistry and Ovid's tale of hospitality.

Maud Winifred Kimbell Sherwood

1919

The Model

Step into the intimate world of early 20th-century art with Maud Sherwood's 'The Model.' Witness a vibrant studio scene, capturing female artists at work and a poised model bathed in soft light – a glimpse into artistic creation.

Alice Gwendoline Rhona Haszard

1926

Finistère

Discover 'Finistère' by Rhona Haszard (1926). A vibrant post-impressionist marine landscape showcasing Brittany’s rugged coast with rich colors & impasto texture. Explore this unique artwork!

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