Mid 19th Century

A masterfully lit historical scene capturing King Christian II in quiet, dignified isolation within his prison cell.

A dramatic 19th-century historical painting depicting Tsar Ivan the Terrible presenting his vast riches to an English diplomat.

A powerful masterpiece of historical drama by Jan Matejko, depicting the impassioned preaching of Piotr Skarga in the Royal Castle.

A detailed 19th-century genre painting depicting a group of men in a rustic tavern setting, rich with narrative charm.

This monumental group portrait commemorates the great American inventors of the 19th century in a dignified, scholarly setting.

An evocative 19th-century group portrait capturing the intellectual circle of Washington Irving within his storied Sunnyside library.

A masterful 19th-century genre scene capturing a craftsman in his workshop, bathed in a warm, atmospheric light.

A charming and scholarly 19th-century oil study of a connoisseur contemplating gallery portraits.

A masterful 19th-century depiction of scholarly discovery and historical printing, rendered with rich atmospheric lighting.

A dramatic 19th-century historical painting depicting a solemn ritual within a stately interior.

A captivating glimpse into a 19th-century artist's atelier, featuring two figures surrounded by classical studio props and blooming flowers.

A luminous 19th-century masterpiece capturing the majestic ruins of the Parthenon in the golden light of an Athenian sunset.