An exhibition in Cambridge, England uses contemporary portraits to give a face to prominent Black rebels and abolitionists of ...

Christie’s is kicking off the new year with news of an exciting discovery for collectors of American art and ... offering a rare double-sided portrait by 18th-century artist Ammi Phillips ...

In 18th century portraits of European and American leaders, a contrapposto pose was a way of exhibiting calm and confidence about one’s authority. In 1776, as Americans circulated copies of both ...

The four portraits of the Quayle family includes the 18th Century politician who was famous for owning the world's oldest yacht, the Peggy. Manx National Heritage (MNH) acquired the collection at ...