Figurative

Celebrating the human form and presence, our figurative collection invites you into intimate portrayals of character, mood, and narrative. These works transcend realism, offering timeless reflections on the body, identity, and the human condition.

  • Flora (1517)

    Flora (1517)

    Titian (Italian, c. 1488-1576)

    Titian’s ‘Flora’ from 1517 beautifully captures the goddess of spring in a graceful and colorful composition, symbolizing fertility and nature’s abundance.

  • A Girl From Frascati

    A Girl From Frascati

    Jean Barbault (French, 1718-1762)

    “A Girl from Frascati” is an oil painting by Jean Barbault, portraying a young woman in traditional attire. The artwork delicately captures her expression and posture against a simple background, emphasizing her calmness and grace. This piece reflects Barbault’s interest in Italian rural life and his exceptional skill in portraiture.

  • The Love Letter (1880)

    The Love Letter (1880)

    Joseph Scheurenberg (German, 1846–1914)

    Depicts a woman reading a love letter, showcasing the delicate style of 19th-century German painting.

  • April(The Green Gown)

    April(The Green Gown)

    Childe Hassam (American, 1859–1935)

    Hassam portrays a springtime woman with daffodils, showcasing nature’s beauty.

  • Pomona (1900)

    Pomona (1900)

    Childe Hassam (American, 1859–1935)

    Hassam depicts Roman goddess Pomona, symbolizing cultural nurturing and heritage.

  • Strawberry Tea Set (1912)

    Strawberry Tea Set (1912)

    Childe Hassam (American, 1859–1935)

    A serene domestic scene capturing a woman’s quiet contemplation by a sunlit window.

  • The Sonata (1911)

    The Sonata (1911)

    Childe Hassam (American, 1859–1935)

    Hassam’s “The Sonata” portrays the fusion of music and tranquility, capturing a reflective post-performance moment.

  • Birth Of Venus (1485)

    Birth Of Venus (1485)

    Sandro Botticelli (Italian, 1444-1510)

    “The Birth of Venus” portrays Venus emerging from the sea, embodying Renaissance ideals of classical beauty.

  • Circe Offering the Cup to Odysseus (1891)

    Circe Offering the Cup to Odysseus (1891)

    John William Waterhouse (British, 1849-1917)

    Waterhouse’s “Circe Offering the Cup to Odysseus” depicts the sorceress Circe offering a magical potion to the hero Odysseus.