Figure Studies
The Travelling Companions
Augustus Egg
An iconic Victorian masterpiece by Augustus Egg, depicting a symmetrical scene of two sisters travelling through the Italian landscape.
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.
Figure Studies
Cherries
Lawrence Alma-Tadema
A luxurious and tranquil scene of a classical figure reclining amidst rich textures and warm tones.
Old World Portraits
The Greek Girl
Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot
A luminous and contemplative nineteenth-century portrait of a young woman in traditional attire by French master Camille Corot.