Figure Studies
Study of an Old Man with Clasped Hands
Jacob Jordaens
A powerful 17th-century study capturing a moment of profound spiritual devotion through expressive brushwork.
Art for the Gallery Wall
Statement-making works with contrast and presence for layered arrangements.
Contrast, presence, and variety help these works hold together in a layered arrangement.
Figure Studies
Kilhwych, The King's Son
Arthur Gaskin
A striking Arts and Crafts tempera painting depicting a medieval knight and his hunting party.
Figure Studies
Claudio and Isabella
William Holman Hunt
This dramatic Pre-Raphaelite painting captures a tense moment between Claudio and his sister Isabella from Shakespeare's 'Measure for Measure'.
Figure Studies
Sketch for the Assumption of the Virgin
Peter Paul Rubens
A masterful oil study by Peter Paul Rubens, capturing the celestial drama and fluid energy of the Assumption.
Old World Portraits
An Old Man in Military Costume
Rembrandt
This evocative 1630 character study by Rembrandt captures a weathered man in military attire with masterful use of light and shadow.
Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Venus Rising from her Couch
James Ward
An elegant mythological scene featuring a luminous female figure and swans framed by dramatic red drapery.