Old World Portraits
Shuja al-Daula, Nawab of Awadh
Tilly Kettle
A majestic 18th-century portrait of Shuja al-Daula, showcasing the rich textures of fur and patterned silk.
Art for the Library
Heritage-rich, bookish works with depth, formality, and quiet authority.
Rich tones and heritage subjects add depth and quiet authority to a room made for reading.
Dark Academia
Mausoleum with Stone Elephants
Francis Swain Ward
This evocative architectural study captures the majestic scale and intricate detail of an Indian mausoleum set against an atmospheric sky.
Old World Portraits
Kerala Varma Valiya Koil Thampuran
Raja Ravi Varma
A dignified formal portrait by Raja Ravi Varma featuring a scholarly figure in a luminous blue tunic.
Moody Landscapes
Aurangzeb's Mosque
Thomas Daniell
A majestic 18th-century view of the Varanasi waterfront featuring the towering minarets of Aurangzeb's Mosque.