‘The Waterfront, Venice’ by William Wyld R.I. (1806-1889). The painting – which depicts a panoramic view of the Palazzo Ducale, the campanile of St. Mark’s, …
La Couronne de Marguerite
‘La Couronne de Marguerite’ by Édouard-Louis-Lucien Cabane (1857-1942). The painting – which depicts a young Parisienne wearing a crown of daisies – is signed by …
Vigilance, Loyalty, and Devotion
‘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 …
A Day in the Country
‘A Day in the Country’ by William Frederick Witherington R.A. (1785-1865). The painting – which depicts a group of Victorian figures on a summer’s day …
News from the Front
‘News from the Front’ by Frederick Goodall R.A. H.R.I. (1822-1904). The painting – which depicts a diverse cross-section of Victorian figures gathered outside a post …
The Sacred Fire of Rome
‘The Sacred Fire’ by Joseph-Marie Vien (1762-1848). The sacred fire of ancient Rome was an eternal flame located in the Temple of Vesta attended to …