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.

  • A Maiden Among The Flowers

    A Maiden Among The Flowers

    Jean Alfred Marioton (French, 1863–1903)

    A young woman stands amidst a vibrant garden, her quiet presence blending with the flowers in a moment of serene contemplation.

  • The Younger Brother (1903)

    The Younger Brother (1903)

    William Bouguereau (French, 1825–1905)

    A tender portrayal of sibling love, glowing with warmth and lifelike detail, where every brushstroke whispers affection.

  • God Speed (1900)

    God Speed (1900)

    Edmund Blair Leighton (English, 1853–1922)

    A knight and noblewoman share a poignant farewell, their silent exchange brimming with unspoken emotion and the weight of destiny.

  • Cats

    Cats

    Daniel Merlin (French, Unfortunately, I couldn't find definitive information on an artist named Daniel Merlin. This could be due to a few reasons—perhaps the name is misspelled, refers to a very obscure figure, or is a pseudonym used by another artist.)

    A lively portrayal of cats, blending realism and abstraction to capture their playful mystery and quiet elegance.

  • Portrait of a young woman with flowers

    Portrait of a young woman with flowers

    Albert Lynch (Peruvian, 1851–1912)

    A young woman cradles an armful of blossoms, her gaze lost in thought amid the lush, painterly details.

  • La femme au tambour de basque (1892)

    La femme au tambour de basque (1892)

    Edouard Rosset-Granger (French, 1853–1920)

    A woman cradles a tambourine in a painting that blends realism with dreamlike warmth, her expression hinting at untold stories.

  • Self-Portrait (1889)

    Self-Portrait (1889)

    Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853–1890)

    A haunting self-portrait where swirling brushstrokes and vivid colors reveal the artist’s emotional turmoil and unflinching self-awareness.

  • Stitching The Standard (1911)

    Stitching The Standard (1911)

    Edmund Blair Leighton (English, 1853–1922)

    A medieval woman embroidering a banner, her quiet dedication illuminated by candlelight in a scene rich with historical detail.

  • The Little Shepherdess (1868-72)

    The Little Shepherdess (1868-72)

    Jean-François Millet (French, 1814–1875)

    A solitary girl tends her sheep in a windswept field, embodying quiet strength and the rhythms of rural life.