oil paint
The Banquet of Cleopatra
Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
A magnificent Rococo depiction of Cleopatra’s legendary banquet, showcasing Tiepolo's mastery of light and dramatic composition.
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.
Coastal Classics
The Entrance to the Grand Canal, Venice
Canaletto
A luminous and detailed veduta of Venice's Grand Canal, showcasing the iconic dome of Santa Maria della Salute under a sweeping sky.
Contains disturbing content
Coastal Classics
The Capture of Chandernagore, March 1757
Dominic Serres
A dramatic 18th-century maritime painting depicting a naval bombardment of a coastal fort.
Contains disturbing content
Coastal Classics
The 'Quebec' and 'Surveillante' in Action, 6 October 1779
Robert Dodd
A stirring 18th-century naval scene capturing the intensity of sea combat with masterful light and shadow.