Dramatic Bold

A majestic 18th-century portrait of Shuja al-Daula, showcasing the rich textures of fur and patterned silk.

A dramatic 18th-century Venetian narrative painting depicting the biblical moment of Abraham's encounter with three celestial messengers.

An imposing 18th-century portrait of a military commander in gleaming plate armor and spotted fur.

A sweeping, atmospheric landscape featuring a sunlit mountain peak framed by dark, towering trees and swirling clouds.

A dramatic coastal grotto scene by Joseph Wright of Derby, featuring figures in shadow against a luminous Neapolitan sunset.

A romantic and dramatic 18th-century view of the famous waterfalls at Tivoli, capturing the timeless allure of the Italian landscape.

A dramatic architectural capriccio by Giovanni Paolo Panini depicting a biblical sermon set amidst the crumbling grandeur of Roman ruins.

A dramatic and spiritually charged portrait of Saint Ambrose by the Spanish master Francisco Goya.

An iconic 18th-century profile portrait of Catherine the Great in her imperial regalia.

A stately 18th-century portrait of a Scottish nobleman in traditional tartan regalia against a moody coastal backdrop.

This lively early 18th-century theatrical painting by Claude Gillot captures a scene from the Commedia dell'arte set against a classical cityscape.