Early 18th Century Art

Portrait of a Noble Lady French, circa 1730-1750 period Circle of Philippe Mercier (French, 1689-1760) unsigned oil on canvas, framed framed: 38 x 30 inches canvas: 36 x 28 inches P...

Red chalk on cream laid paper, 7 1/4 x 9 3/8 inches (182 x 236 mm), the full sheet. In very good condition with minor toning and two small nicks in the top sheet edge. Some modern no...

This atmospheric pastoral landscape depicts a drover guiding cattle and goats through a gentle stream beside a dramatic rock face. The painting presents an idealised, sun-drenched vi...

The Madonna, Christ Child and St. John Italian Old Master, circa 1700's period oil painting on canvas, unframed Canvas: 28.5 x 24 inches conditon: overall very good for its age, a fe...

An exceptional 18th century devotional portrait depicting Christ as the Man of Sorrows, crowned with thorns in a moment of sacred suffering. Rich in biblical symbolism, the compositi...

Portrait of a Noble Lady French School, early 1700's period oil painting on copper, unframed copper: 5 x 3 inches condition: very good, minor paint fading and deteriation. provenanc...

A remarkable eighteenth-century crayon manner engraving by Gilles Antoine Demarteau (1722-1776) after a drawing by Jean-Joseph Taillasson (1745-1809) depicting Saint John of the Cros...

The Arcadian Landscape Italian School, 18th century oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas size: 32 x 40 inches condition: excellent condition for its age, fully restored. provenance: from a private collection in Paris, France. Large scale classical 18th century Italian Old Master...

This refined early 18th-century Flemish oil painting depicts a gentleman dressed in a red robe, a fancy lace cravat and cascading cuffs. His wig falls in masses, framing his introspe...

Escuela colonial mejicana; siglo XVIII. “San Antonio con el Niño”. Óleo sobre tabla. Medidas: 28 x 21 cm. Gran pieza para coleccionistas de arte religioso de calidad San Antonio de P...

An accomplished 18th century devotional portrait of Mary , Handmaid of the Lord, depicted with her arms crossed at chest level in a gesture indicating unconditional acceptance of God...

A fine 18th century ink and wash drawing by an unknown hand depicting Parthamasiris, King of Armenia in a scene from Ancient Rome, likely a monument or relief sculpture. In 113 CE, ...

Gerard ter Borch (II) (1617-1681), copy after, around 1700 'Boy Fleas a Dog' Oil on canvas Professionally restored (cleaned and relined) In modern frame in 17th century style Dimensions excl. frame: 33 x 27,5 cm. Dimensions incl. frame: approx. 50 x 45,5 cm. Depcited is a boy busy fleaing a dog. The boy sits on a chair with the dog on his lap. On a table on the right there is a book and a pen. On a wooden bench lies the boy's hat. What is unique about this painting by Ter Borch, is the relationship that is depicted between human and animal. Mostly animals like dogs where depicted as an attribute in paintings in the 17th century, and sometimes used to symbolize certain character traits. This boy is lovingly caring for his dog, which he is giving his full attention. Another interesting detail is that Ter Borch's brother Moses, was probably the model for this painting. Ter borch often used family members as models for his paintings. Moses was also a very talented painter and draughtsman. Several copies of this work by Ter Borch are known. One of these copies is in the collection of the Dutch Rijksmuseum (Image included in the image gallery (last image)). The original painting is in the collection of the Alte Pinakothek museum in Munich, Germany. Gerard ter Borch, also known as Gerard Terburg, was a Dutch genre painter who lived in the Dutch Golden Age. He influenced fellow Dutch painters Gabriel Metsu...

Artist/ School: Italian Old Master, 18th century Title: Angel and Saints appearing to figures, one dressed in a white ruff collar. Medium: oil on canvas...

An evocative 18th-century oil depicting St Francis Xavier - the 16th-century Catholic missionary and co-founder of the Jesuit order. The artist has depicted the figure with elements ...

This elegant early 18th-century oil painting by French master portraitist Nicolas Fouché (1653-1733) depicts a young lady representing an allegory of Flora, the goddess of flowers an...

This stunning 18th century Dutch Old Master Golden Age floral oil painting is attributed to Simon Pietersz Verelst. Painted circa 1700 it is a still life floral of a mixed flower arr...

A rare late 17th century religious work portraying a Catholic priest, likely a Jesuit, holding a burning heart inscribed with the Latin word 'Charitas', symbolizing the sitter’s divi...

A charming 18th-century study of three naval warships preparing to engage. Painted in the manner of English marine artist Peter Monamy (1681–1749). Well presented in an antique black...

Willem van Kessel (c.1691–1727) – Portrait of a Bewigged Gentleman in Armour, 1713 A highly decorative and striking oil painting depicting a bewigged gentleman clad in a suit of arm...

A charming 18th-century engraving depicting the religious scene of Rebecca at The Well. Inscribed in plate. Presented in a gilt frame. On paper.

This early 18th-century Dutch oil painting, produced around 1720, reflects the enduring influence of the Amsterdam school and carries forward one of the Dutch Republic’s most cherish...

This early 18th-century oil painting by an artist active in the workshop of Francesco Solimena (1657-1747) depicts the Virgin Mary holding the sleeping Christ Child, with Saint Josep...

A charming 17th century Dutch genre painting depicting two figures conversing beside a town well, a quintessential subject from the Golden Age. The composition captures a woman in a ...

A pair of old master paintings by August Querfurt (1696-1761). Oil on panel, one signed with initials in the lower left. Two scenes depicting hawking parties from the 18th century. I...

An accomplished 17th renaissance portrait of Saint Helena, mother of Constantine I, holding the True Cross of Christ. Possibly a fragment study from a larger known fresco painting. W...

An amusing eighteenth-century genre scene depicting a shepherd pausing to rest beneath a tree, whilst his dog barks at a defiant goat. Unsigned. Beautifully presented in a smart blac...

A charming oil study depicting a woman gathering grape vines in a field. Part of a pair of oils depicting women harvesting. Unsigned. On panel.

Italian painter (18th century) - Arcadian landscape with flock and shepherds. 56 x 70 cm without frame, 63.5 x 79 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a wooden frame (...

Philippe de CHAMPAIGNE (1602-1674), follower of (possibly a pupil) Madonna with child Oil on canvas Dimensions: 70x55 cm (with frame: 88x72 cm). In good condition, relined, professi...

Portrait of a lady in a masquerade costume by François de Troy (1645–1730) Signed lower right: peint… de Troy… 18th century France, Paris, circa 1715-1720. Canvas: h. 81 cm, w. 65 cm...

This impressive Old Master oil painting, created in the early 18th century, is attributed to Jan Pieter van Bredael the Younger, a renowned Flemish artist who lived at the turn of th...

US buyers pay no import tariffs on this painting. This early 18th-century English School portrait depicts Thomas Stanley wearing a striking red velvet suit, white cravat and powdere...

A charming watercolor Baroque architectural study. Unsigned. Presented in a gilt frame and wash line mount. On Laid paper.

Artist: Colen Campbell (Scottish, 1676-1729) Title: "Royal Hospital att Greenwich to the River" (Vol. 1, Plates 86, 87) Portfolio: Vitruvius Britannicus; or The British Architect, Co...

Italian sculptor (18th century) - Venus at the Bath. 27 x 22 x h 45 cm. Full figure in modelled terracotta. The sculpture depicts a seated Venus on a rocky support, caught in the ...

A charming 18th-century oil study depicting a woman gathering wheat in the fields. Part of a pair of oils of women harvesting by the same hand. Unsigned. On panel.

This superb Dutch Old Master floral still life oil painting is attributed to circle of Simon Pietersz Verelst. Painted circa 1700 the compositio...

Escuela colonial mejicana; siglo XVIII. “San Antonio con el Niño”. Óleo sobre tabla. Medidas: 28 x 21 cm. Gran pieza para coleccionistas de arte religioso de calidad San Antonio de Padua...

Signed and dated to the lower left. Presented in a swept gilt frame with acanthus ornamentation. On canvas. Image size: 42 x 52cm.

The Madonna, with a crown upon her head, holds the baby Jesus as both return the viewer's gaze. Unsigned. On canvas on stretchers.

Marco Ricci (Belluno 1676 - Venice 1730) - River Landscape with Washerwomen. 44 x 60 cm unframed, 57 x 74 cm framed. Oil on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame (not signed)...

A striking 18th century oil depicting a pious Mary Magdalene. The artist portrays the saint with long, flowing blonde hair and penitent tears in her eyes. A skull at her hands remind...

A charming 18th-century oil depicting a curious interaction between three gentlemen. Unsigned. Inscribed indistinctly verso. Well presented in a swept frame with hatching and ornate ...

This religious painting depicts the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus appearing in a heavenly vision above kneeling monks. The composition is framed by a floral wreath with cherubs dotted t...

Several figures load firewood onto horses in a snow-covered landscape. Beautifully presented in an ornate gilt-effect frame. Unsigned. On canvas on stretchers.

Moses Striking Water from the Rock; Circle of Pietro Dandini, Italian 1646-1712 Italian School, late 17th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 3...

Portrait of a woman with jewelry, early 18th-century Dutch school by painter Gérard Wigama (1673-1741). Monogram in the lower right corner on the base of the GW column. Fine Arts exp...

Circle of David Vinckboons (1576-1629). This remarkable 17th century oil painting depicts artists and traders in Dam Square, the booming commercial and political heart of Amsterdam's...

Baroque "Arcadian Fantasy Landscape" – Oil on Canvas (circa 1700) A mesmerizing early 18th-century Baroque landscape, capturing an idealized Arcadian vision of nature, architecture, ...

Italian painter (18th century) - Chrono. 90.5 x 106 cm. Antique oil painting on canvas, without frame (not signed). Condition report: Lined canvas. Good state of conservation of t...

Italian Madonna, early 18th Century, probably Genovese. Beautiful color palette. Not signed.

Portrait of a Gentleman Robert Le Vrac Tournières (1667-1752) (no visible signature) 18th century French School, circa 1725 Oil on canvas Dimensions: h. 81 cm, w. 64 cm. Important gi...

Italian School, circa 1700's Classical figures in landscape oil on canvas, framed framed: 36 x 32 inches canvas: 30 x 25 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: very goo...

Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium, Plate No. 6; Thistle and Moths. The Netherlands: 1705. Engraving with hand coloring in w...

Portrait of a Lady English School, 18th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 31 x 25 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: good and sound condition

This simply stunning large Old Master landscape oil painting is attributed to noted Dutch artist Adriaen van Diest. Painted circa 1700 this Mediterranean Italian landscape painting has everything; A really interesting landscape with land, river, sea and mountains, interesting figures and cattle and a wonderful sky with fading light. The details and the capturing of the light make this a really fantastic Dutch Old Master country house Grand Tour oil painting. Irresistible. Provenance. Dorset estate. Condition. Oil on canvas, 42 inches by 20 inches and in good condition. Frame. Housed in an English carved giltwood frame, 50 inches by 28 inches framed and in good condition. Adriaen van Diest (1655-1704) was born in the Hague in the Netherlands. Like his father and his brother, he pursued a career as a marine painter, that is, a painter of seascapes and sailing ships. In 1673, attracted by the thriving English market for portraits and marine paintings, he joined the exodus of Dutch artists leaving to work in England. It is thought that his master was Willem van de Velde the Younger...

A finely detailed engraving with etching by Jan de Visscher (1633-1692) after a painting by Nicolaes Berchem (1620-1683). Well presented in a gilt frame. Unsigned. On paper. Image si...

John Vanderbank (London 1694 - London 1739) Portrait of an artistic Gentleman, c. 1720s Three-quarter-length, wearing a turban Oil on canvas 125.5 x 101.7 cm.; (within frame) 145.6...

Beautiful couple of Roman Landscape by J. F. Van Bloemen, in very good conditions and with later wooden frames. Bibliography and Exhibitions: Old Master Exhibition, H.Terry-Engell, ...