The Baron’s Charger

Gavin Claxton

‘The Baron’s Charger’ by John Frederick Herring Jr. (1815-1907). The painting – which depicts a 17th century Caroline nobleman with his battle horses and attendant …

Amor et Pietas

Gavin Claxton

‘Amor et Pietas’ by Ursula Wood S.W.A. (1868-1956). The painting – which depicts a group of children laying to rest their pet dog – is …

Calvary

Gavin Claxton

‘Calvary’ by Pietro Sassi (1834-1905). This monumental exhibition oil painting – which depicts the Light of Heaven shining upon Christ at Calvary with thousands of …

Stone Walls do not a Prison Make

Gavin Claxton

‘Stone Walls do not a Prison Make’ by Henry Nelson O’Neil ARA (1817-1880). The painting – which depicts one of the most popular Romantic figures …

Diana Nemorensis

Gavin Claxton

‘Diana Nemorensis’ by Max Nonnenbruch (1857-1922). The painting – which depicts the Goddess Diana of the Woods beside Lake Nemi – is signed by the …

Melancholic Sappho

Gavin Claxton

‘Melancholic Sappho’ by Arthur Hill RBA (1841-1908). The painting – which depicts the celebrated poet of Ancient Greece appealing to the Goddess Aphrodite, with the …

Awakening

Gavin Claxton

‘Awakening’ by Herbert James Draper (1863-1920). This monumental oil painting – which depicts two wood nymphs rising to meet the morning sun – is signed …

Vigilance, Loyalty, and Devotion

Gavin Claxton

‘Vigilance, Loyalty, and Devotion’ by Arthur Wardle R.B.C. R.I. (1864-1949). The painting – which depicts a young Edwardian beauty with parasol surrounded by poppies and …