Figure Studies
The Lion
Frans Verhas
An enchanting Victorian interior scene capturing a moment of playful family life amidst opulent decor.
Mid 19th Century
Realist observation, academic portraiture, and luminous landscapes rooted in everyday life.
This period brings together quieter landscapes, portraiture, and richly observed scenes with a more intimate mood.
Coastal Classics
Seasickness at the Ball, on Board an English Corvette
François-Auguste Biard
A humorous and intricately detailed 19th-century genre painting capturing the comical chaos of a storm at sea.
Pastoral Scenes
The Juggler: A Village Fair
Fritz Beinke
A lively and charming 19th-century genre painting capturing a spirited performance at a traditional village fair.
Figure Studies
The Cactus Enthusiast
Carl Spitzweg
This charming 19th-century genre painting by Carl Spitzweg captures a quiet, focused moment of a botanical hobbyist in his garden.