Paintings of steam trains capture the nostalgia and grandeur of a bygone era in the history of transportation. These artworks skillfully depict the powerful locomotives belching plumes of white steam as they traverse scenic landscapes or pull a trail of carriages behind them. The artist's attention to detail brings to life the intricate mechanics of the steam engines, showcasing the interplay of gears, wheels, and pistons. The play of light and shadow on the polished surfaces of the trains adds depth and realism to the paintings, while the billowing clouds of steam evoke a sense of motion and excitement. These paintings often transport viewers back to a time when steam trains symbolized progress, adventure, and the spirit of exploration, making them not only visual delights but also windows into a captivating chapter of history.
became famous for his idyllic representation of beach scenes in his home county of Cornwall. Most of his paintings were of the West Penwith peninsula and Tresco in the Isles of Scilly.
Paul Klee was wildly creative and his paintings jiggle and sing. Be warned, writes Adrian Searle – one visit to the Tate's new show will never be enough
On March 26, 1516, Swiss naturalist and bibliographer Conrad Gessner was born. His five-volume Historiae animalium (1551–1558) is considered the beginning of modern zoology, and the flowering plant genus Gesneria is named after him. He is considered as one of the most important natural scientists of Switzerland and was sometimes referred to as the 'German Pliny'.
On September 28, 1573, Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, genius Italian artist of the Renaissance was born in Milano. He was best known for his realistic paintings with a dramatic appearance of lighting.
Claude Monet (14 November 1840 - 5 December 1926), also known as Oscar Claude Monet or Claude Oscar Monet was a founder of French impressionist painting. Browse the many paintings on offer by this artist and get your own reproduction work of art.
Van Gogh, Claude Monet, El Greco, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Renoir and Rousseau. Find oil painting reproductions by all the great Artists with the Best Quality and Best Prices!
Painted by Gustav Klimt during his golden period, The Kiss is probably his most famous work. It depicts a couple situated at the edge of a flowered escarpment in various shades of gold and symbols, while sharing a kiss against a bronze background. Order your own reproduction painting of The Kiss today!
Painted in 1872 by Claude Monet, Impression Sunrise depicts the harbor in Le Havre. It was first on display in 1874 at the first independent showing of what was later to become known as impressionism.