historical-art

Love’s Jewelled Fetter (The Betrothal Ring)

Lawrence Alma-Tadema (English, 1836–1912)

A luminous portrayal of an ancient betrothal, where a ring becomes the focal point of emotion and opulence.
The Sultan Going Out

Maurice Romberg de Vaucorbeil (French, 1860–1940)

A vibrant depiction of a sultan’s procession, rich with detail and ceremonial splendor, blending authority with quiet introspection.