Early 19th Century

An iconic 1839 portrait of the composer Franz Liszt by Henri Lehmann, capturing a moment of intense, romantic contemplation.

A masterful maritime scene by J.M.W. Turner, capturing the raw energy of the sea through luminous light and fluid brushwork.

A dignified 19th-century portrait capturing the weathered grace of an elderly woman in striking chiaroscuro lighting.

A contemplative Romantic landscape by Caspar David Friedrich featuring a weathered cemetery gate leading toward a distant church spire.

This 1824 masterpiece by Joseph Anton Koch captures the sublime beauty of the Alps, featuring the luminous Wetterhorn rising above a rushing mountain stream.

A dramatic and lush 19th-century landscape featuring the majestic tiered waterfall of Tijuca.

A powerful 19th-century seascape featuring a sailing vessel amidst crashing waves at the golden hour.

An elegant 19th-century portrait capturing Princess Marie d'Orléans in a moment of quiet contemplation within her sculptor's studio.

A contemplative 19th-century oil study of dramatic clouds illuminated by the soft glow of a setting sun.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, rendered in rich tones of crimson and gold.