The English painter James Thornhill became well known for reusing the devices and mythological themes influenced by Louis Laguerre and Louis Cheron, the two French history painters. Thornhill received two of the most prestigious commissions in London, the painted decorations of Greenwich Hospital and the dome of St Paul's Cathedral. Besides these enormous ceilings, lots of sketches by Thornhill are held in public collections, such as the one in the Courtauld Institute that shows handling of figures and smooth brushwork as the painting on offer. Furthermore, episodes from the Trojan War were very fashionable at the time.
18th Century Neoclassical Oil Painting of the Trojan War: Briseis & Achilles
By James Thornhill
Located in London, GB
James Thornhill (1674-1735) Oil on canvas 12 x 14 inches; 16 ½ x 18 ½ in. Inc. frame The subject matter and inclusion of herms on both sides shows the influence of Louis...
Canvas, Oil
$2,446Sale Price|20% Off
H 14 in W 17 in D 1 in
Shipping in Calm Waters, 18th Century Dutch Oil on Wood Panel, Man o War
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Shipping in Calm Waters Dutch School, 18th century oil painting on wood panel panel: 10 x 12.75 inches framed: 14 x 17 inches condition: very good, minor evidenc...
Oil, Wood Panel
$3,405
H 19 in W 27 in
Antique English Grand Tour Old Master Oil Figures Classical Arcadian Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Classical Landscape English School, early 19th century, unsigned oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 19 x 27 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Condition: The painting is in very...
Canvas, Oil
$1,439Sale Price|20% Off
H 19 in W 24 in
Figures Chatting outside Village Tavern in Mountain Landscape, Period Oil
By 19th century Dutch or Flemish school
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Dutch/ Flemish School, early 1800's oil on canvas, framed framed: 19 x 24 inches canvas: 13.5 x 18.5 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: good and sound condition...
Oil, Canvas
$1,556Sale Price|20% Off
H 17 in W 24 in
Naval Battle Engagement at Sea Large Busy Battle Scene Many Ships, Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
English School, early 20th century signed oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 17 x 24 inches provenance: private collection, Eng;and condition: good and sound condition, minor ...
Oil, Canvas
$3,780Sale Price|20% Off
H 12 in W 22 in D 1 in
Early 1800's English Oil Painting Figure in Rural Woodland Landscape, original
By circle of John Constable
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist: English School, early 1800's, circle of John Constable (British 1776-1837) Title: The Woodland Path Medium: oil on canvas, framed, unsigned Size: 12 x 22 inches Picture: 9 x 18 inches Provence: from a private collection in East Anglia...
Canvas, Oil
$630
H 20.6 in W 26.7 in D 0.5 in
1790 Antique Oil Painting Dutch Style Village Genrе Scene Djurgarden Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare 1790 oil painting depicts a village landscape in the Old Masters genre tradition. The composition shows peasants gathered near a cottage su...
Canvas, Wood, Oil
$3,387
H 15.75 in W 21.46 in D 2.76 in
Period Marine Landscape Credited to Warren Sheppard
By Warren W. Sheppard
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful painting, due to its very high quality of execution, style and era, can be referred to the great artist Warren Sheppard, who specialized in seascapes. Of great evocati...
Oil, Canvas
$10,006Sale Price|20% Off
H 45 in W 60 in D 2 in
HUGE 17thC ITALIAN OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING - KING & COURT FIGURES ROMAN BUILDING
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Italian School, 17th century. Title: A King and Queen before court figures, amidst a classical landscape with Roman columns. Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed ...
Canvas, Oil
$2,001Sale Price|20% Off
H 23 in W 31 in
Fishing at Dawn Old Trading Port with Many Figures Large Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fishing at Dawn English artist after an earlier work (see inscription verso) signed oil painting on canvas, framed inscribed verso framed: 23 x 31 inches canvas: 18 x 26inches proven...
Canvas, Oil
$2,710
H 24 in W 28.5 in
18th century French Garden or Féte a Bride and musicians playing music
Located in Woodbury, CT
This enchanting 18th-century French fête galante captures the elegance and joy of aristocratic leisure, set amidst a lush garden adorned with flowers. A scene of refined celebration,...
Canvas, Oil
$7,226Sale Price|20% Off
H 37 in W 58 in
Huge 18th Century Italian Oil Painting Shipping in Merchant Port Many Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Merchants Port Italian School, 18th century oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 37 x 58 inches canvas: 32 x 52 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: very good a...
Oil, Canvas
$1,667Sale Price|20% Off
H 31 in W 25 in
Large 18th Century English Old Master Oil Painting Portrait of Lady on canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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
Oil, Canvas