Figurative

Explore Figurative Art: Masterful portrayals of the human form, emotion, and identity. Discover classical and contemporary works that challenge realism and reflect the human experience. Download high-resolution images for study and inspiration.

  • Misbehaving (1897)

    Misbehaving (1897)

    Henriëtte Ronner-Knip (Dutch, 1821–1909)

    Two kittens tumble across a polished floor, their tiny claws scrambling for purchase. One bats at a fallen spool of thread while the other crouches, ears flattened—caught mid-mischief in the quiet glow of a domestic afternoon. The thread unravels toward the edge of the frame, trailing disorder.

  • The blue veil

    The blue veil

    Fabio Fabbi (Italian, 1861–1945)

    A woman’s face half-hidden beneath a translucent blue veil, the fabric catching light like water. Shadows deepen around her eyes, hinting at something unspoken. The color saturates the scene—cool, mysterious, pulling you closer to what lies just out of sight.

  • Les Bleuets (1882)

    Les Bleuets (1882)

    Charles Landelle (French, 1821–1908)

    A woman in a white dress holds a bouquet of blue cornflowers, their vivid hue echoing the ribbon at her waist. Her gaze drifts past the viewer, lost in thought. The delicate petals contrast with the rough texture of her straw hat, capturing a quiet moment of summer reflection.

  • Untitled (ca. 1900)

    Untitled (ca. 1900)

    Carolus-Duran (French, 1837–1917)

    A woman gazes past the viewer, her dark dress blending into the shadows. Light catches the delicate lace at her collar and the soft curve of her cheek, suggesting a quiet moment of reflection. The brushwork feels both precise and fleeting, as if capturing a thought just before it slips away.

  • My Lady’s Garden (1905)

    My Lady’s Garden (1905)

    Edmund Blair Leighton (English, 1853–1922)

    A woman in a flowing Victorian dress stands among lush garden blooms, sunlight dappling her sleeves. Her gaze lingers on something unseen, fingers brushing petals with quiet intent. The air hums with unspoken longing, the kind that lingers in green shadows and half-turned shoulders.

  • Lady with a Bouquet (Snowballs) (1890)

    Lady with a Bouquet (Snowballs) (1890)

    Charles Courtney Curran (American, 1861–1942)

    A woman in white holds a bouquet of snowball flowers, their round clusters soft against her dress. Sunlight filters through, catching the delicate petals and the folds of her sleeves. There’s a quiet grace in the way she stands, as if pausing mid-breath, surrounded by blossoms and warmth.

  • Girl Holding Lemons (1899)

    Girl Holding Lemons (1899)

    William Bouguereau (French, 1825–1905)

    A barefoot girl cradles lemons against her sun-warmed dress, their yellow glow brighter than the straw at her feet. Her gaze holds something between pride and hesitation—as if she’s weighing whether to share them or clutch them tighter. The fruit’s sharp scent almost rises from the canvas.

  • Le Chérubin de Mozart (ca 1904)

    Le Chérubin de Mozart (ca 1904)

    Jacques-Émile Blanche (French, 1861–1942)

    A young child, dressed in delicate white, holds a violin with tentative grace. The soft brushstrokes blur the line between innocence and artistry, as if music itself might slip from their fingers. Something unspoken lingers in their distant gaze—a quiet tension between youth and the weight of talent.

  • Das Stubenmädchen

    Das Stubenmädchen

    Charles Chaplin (French, 1889–1977)

    A young maid pauses mid-task, her apron slightly rumpled. The quiet tension in her stance suggests a moment stolen between duties, a fleeting second of stillness in the daily grind. The dim light catches the folds of her uniform, hinting at untold stories behind the domestic scene.