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The De Witt Brothers in Captivity
Égide Charles Gustave Wappers
A dramatic and moody Romanticist scene capturing the solemn gravity of the De Witt brothers in a moment of captivity.
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A Peace Conference at the Quai d'Orsay
William Orpen
A masterful 1919 historical painting by Sir William Orpen depicting the Paris Peace Conference in the opulent Salle de l’Horloge.
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The Four Evangelists
Abraham Bloemaert
A dramatic Baroque depiction of the Four Evangelists in deep shadow and brilliant light.
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The Seven Ages of Man: The Justice
Robert Smirke
This 1799 oil painting by Robert Smirke captures 'The Justice' from Shakespeare’s famous Seven Ages of Man monologue.
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The Holy Family
Jacob Jordaens
This dramatic 17th-century Baroque painting captures the Holy Family in a masterfully lit, intimate nocturnal gathering.
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Jeremiah Lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem
Rembrandt
A poignant and masterfully lit scene of sorrow and reflection by Rembrandt.
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St Peter and St Paul
El Greco
An atmospheric masterpiece by El Greco featuring the apostles Peter and Paul in vibrant, expressive robes.
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Painting and Merit
Alessandro Longhi
A sophisticated 18th-century allegory exploring the intersection of creative labor and merit through dramatic light and shadow.
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Mary Stuart Protesting Her Innocence
Francesco Hayez
A dramatic Romanticist depiction of Mary, Queen of Scots, asserting her innocence upon hearing her death sentence.
Contains disturbing content
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Death is Fierce and Quick
Joos van Craesbeeck
A dynamic and dramatic 17th-century scene depicting the unexpected arrival of Death during a rural brawl.
Contains disturbing content
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The Witch of Endor Raising the Spirit of Samuel
William Blake
A hauntingly atmospheric depiction of the biblical encounter between King Saul and the spirit of Samuel by visionary artist William Blake.
Contains nudity
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Leonora Christina being Examined in Prison
Kristian Zahrtmann
This dramatic 19th-century oil painting captures a tense, candle-lit moment in a dark interior, rendered with masterful chiaroscuro.
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