18th Century

This dramatic 18th-century nocturne captures a serene harbor bathed in the luminous glow of a full moon.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait of French archaeologist Alexandre Lenoir, captured with a striking yellow cravat.

An 18th-century architectural view capturing the grand stonework and daily life at Windsor's Queen Elizabeth Gate.

A dignified 18th-century portrait of Viscount Sydney, captured with masterful light and shadow by the renowned Gilbert Stuart.

An commanding 18th-century portrait of a naval officer, rendered with the elegant brushwork of George Romney.

This elegant 18th-century profile portrait captures the refined dignity of a French nobleman through masterful pastel technique.

This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures Empress Maria Theresa in a moment of quiet dignity and refined grace.

This charming 18th-century view captures the historic Westgate of Canterbury reflected in the gentle waters of the River Stour.

A distinguished 18th-century gentleman stands in a bold red coat within a classic scholarly setting.

This early architectural study by J.M.W. Turner captures the weathered stone and intricate gothic details of Canterbury's St. Augustine’s Gate.

A dignified 18th-century portrait of a man with a gentle expression and powdered curls.

This masterful Venetian capriccio captures the Enlightenment spirit of architectural study set against a dramatic backdrop of classical ruins.