18th Century

A masterful 18th-century veduta capturing the architectural grandeur of ancient Rome through Canaletto’s remarkably precise brushwork.

An 18th-century maritime masterpiece by Dominic Serres depicting sailing ships in the harbor of Havana.

A dramatic 18th-century maritime painting capturing a naval battle under a warm, atmospheric sky.

A masterful 18th-century maritime scene capturing the dynamic energy of sailing vessels off the English coast.

An atmospheric scene of quiet life on the Venetian lagoon, captured in soft, silvery tones by a master of the genre.

A contemplative 18th-century Chinese ink wash landscape by master Wang Hui, capturing the quiet stillness of an autumn evening.

This 18th-century maritime painting captures the quiet elegance of a small sailing vessel on a tranquil river.

An elegant 18th-century watercolor capturing the bustling harbor of Istanbul against the backdrop of the New Mosque.