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The Seven Ages of Man: The Justice
Robert Smirke
This 1799 oil painting by Robert Smirke captures 'The Justice' from Shakespeare’s famous Seven Ages of Man monologue.
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The Seven Ages of Man: The Pantaloon
Robert Smirke
An atmospheric narrative scene from Shakespeare's 'As You Like It,' depicting the 'Pantaloon' stage of life.
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Saint Jerome
Pieter van der Werff
A dramatic 18th-century depiction of Saint Jerome in contemplation, rendered with masterful chiaroscuro.
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A Young Draughtsman at Work in His Studio
Jan Ekels the Younger
An evocative 18th-century scene of a young artist absorbed in his craft within a shadow-filled studio.
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A Scholar at his Desk
Frans van Mieris the Younger
This 18th-century Dutch painting captures a contemplative moment of a scholar surrounded by the tools of his trade.
Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait
Joshua Reynolds
A commanding 18th-century self-portrait featuring rich crimson tones and a dignified, scholarly atmosphere.
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The Seven Ages of Man: The Lover
Robert Smirke
A moody and romantic scene depicting a young lover in quiet contemplation, inspired by Shakespeare's Seven Ages of Man.
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A Lacemaker with a Boy Blowing Bubbles
Louis de Moni
An evocative 18th-century Dutch genre scene depicting the quiet industry of lacemaking contrasted with the fleeting play of blowing bubbles.
Figure Studies
Head of a Woman (The Muleteer's Wife)
Pietro della Vecchia
A dramatic and expressive character study of an elderly woman, rendered with intense light and shadow.
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The Art Gallery of Jan Gildemeester Jansz
Adriaan de Lelie
A sophisticated late 18th-century interior capturing the refined atmosphere of a private Dutch art collection.
Contains disturbing content
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Self-Portrait with Hourglass and Skull
Johann Zoffany
This masterful 18th-century self-portrait by Johann Zoffany is a striking memento mori, rich with scholarly symbolism and dramatic lighting.
Contains disturbing content
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The Seven Ages of Man: The Soldier
Robert Smirke
A dramatic 18th-century depiction of the soldier's stage from Shakespeare's 'The Seven Ages of Man.'
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