Dramatic Bold

A sumptuous 18th-century still life showcasing golden vessels and ripe fruit against a dramatic dark background.

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

A dramatic 18th-century narrative painting by George Stubbs featuring a striking white horse in a lush landscape.

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

An exceptional 18th-century Mewar miniature painting depicting a royal courtly gathering with Maharana Amar Singh I.

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.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a nobleman in gleaming armor, accented by a vibrant red sash.