18th Century

A masterpiece of anatomical precision and raw drama by George Stubbs, depicting a primal struggle between a lion and a horse.

An evocative 18th-century portrait featuring a sportsman with his flintlock rifle against a dramatic, moody coastal sky.

A masterful Rococo scene by Tiepolo depicting the dramatic mythological encounter between Diana and Actaeon.

A dramatic and masterful naval battle scene capturing the intensity of 18th-century maritime warfare.

A poignant and dramatic classical scene rendered with masterful light and shadow.

A dramatic and atmospheric masterpiece of Enlightenment-era science and emotion by Joseph Wright of Derby.

A luminous 18th-century Italian oil sketch capturing a dramatic moment of religious martyrdom with energetic brushwork.