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View of the Temple of Theseus
James Stuart
A majestic depiction of ancient Greek architecture paired with a lively scene of 18th-century local life.
18th Century
Rococo elegance, neoclassical restraint, and refined portraiture with decorative ease.
Portraits, landscapes, and decorative works from the 1700s bring refinement, softness, and a sense of grace.
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Saint Augustine's Gate, Canterbury
J. M. W. Turner
A masterfully rendered 18th-century architectural study of Canterbury’s historic Gothic gateway by J. M. W. Turner.
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Ruins of the Forum, Rome
Bernardo Bellotto
A masterful Italian cityscape capturing the weathered grandeur of Rome’s ancient ruins bathed in soft, natural light.
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St. Augustine's Gate, Canterbury
J. M. W. Turner
This early architectural study by J.M.W. Turner captures the weathered stone and intricate gothic details of Canterbury's St. Augustine’s Gate.
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The École de Chirurgie under Construction
Hubert Robert
An elegant 18th-century architectural painting by Hubert Robert capturing the grand construction of the École de Chirurgie in Paris.
Contains disturbing content
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Marcus Curtius Leaping into the Chasm
Giovanni Paolo Panini
A dramatic portrayal of Roman heroism set within a masterful capriccio of ancient ruins.