Coastal Classics
Drake's Island, Plymouth
Dominic Serres
An 18th-century maritime landscape capturing the serene harbor of Plymouth with golden, atmospheric light.
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.
Coastal Classics
Fishing Scene with a Royal Yacht Near the Shore
Francis Swaine
A masterfully composed 18th-century maritime scene by Francis Swaine featuring royal yachts and industrious shoreline fishing.
Coastal Classics
View of Point Venus and Matavai Bay, Looking East
William Hodges
An atmospheric 18th-century coastal scene capturing the warm light and lush topography of Matavai Bay.
Coastal Classics
Conway Castle
Paul Sandby
A serene 18th-century watercolor capturing the historic Conway Castle under a soft, golden sky.
Pastoral Scenes
The Thames from Richmond Hill
John Robert Cozens
A serene 18th-century watercolor capturing the quiet beauty of the Thames valley with delicate, atmospheric washes of color.
Pastoral Scenes
In the Valley Near Vietri
J. M. W. Turner
A serene Italianate landscape featuring elegant stone villas tucked into a verdant, sun-drenched valley.