Curated selection
The Birth of Krishna from the Sursagar
Unknown Artist
This detailed 18th-century Mewar school painting depicts the joyful celebration following the birth of Krishna.
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.
oil paint
The Lunch of Oysters
Jean-François de Troy
A spirited Rococo masterpiece capturing the decadence and conviviality of an 18th-century oyster banquet.
Pastoral Scenes
The Ham Dinner
Nicolas Lancret
A vibrant Rococo scene of an outdoor banquet, filled with social animation and elegant detail.
Traditional Still Lifes
Kitchen Utensils with Leeks, Fish, and Eggs
Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin
A masterfully rendered 18th-century kitchen still life showcasing the beauty of humble household objects.
Figure Studies
La Blanchisserie
Hubert Robert
A bustling scene of laundresses at work within a grand, light-filled vaulted interior by Hubert Robert.