oil paint
The Singer’s Contest on the Wartburg
Moritz von Schwind
This grand 19th-century history painting dramatically depicts a legendary medieval singing competition in a vibrant, theatrical setting.
Dramatic Bold
High-presence works with contrast, confidence, and stronger visual punch.
Stronger contrast, deeper color, and confident composition give these works their statement-making energy.
Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria
Artemisia Gentileschi
An intensely focused Baroque self-portrait featuring the artist as the martyred Saint Catherine.
Dark Academia
The Procession of Saint Clare
Juan de Valdés Leal
A dramatic Spanish Baroque scene depicting Saint Clare leading a solemn procession.