A painting from Revolutionary Russia, They Did Not Expect Him, explores the psychological drama through a conclusion that varies by viewer’s opinions and psychological understanding.

As the Old Sing, So Pipe the Young is a Dutch Golden Age artwork by Jan Steen that imitates a Dutch proverb and places the family of the artist to convey a message while abiding by his sarcasm.

Accounting the work of Jules Bastien-Lepage of 19th century France – now a lesser-known master who exhibited the expressions and the landscapes too majestically. Les Foins is one of the paintings to know about.

The Execution of Lady Jane Grey by Paul Delaroche exhibits the moments before Lady Jane Grey’s execution, capturing the cruel and claustrophobic environment.

The Reluctant Bride is a luxuriant work of Auguste Toulmouche, depicting an angered bride looking at the viewer as the other figures participate in the moments that precede her emotionally repellant marriage.

La Maja Desnuda, an image from the Gallery of Francisco Goya, is a mysterious yet charming work with a hidden historical background and one that broke the norms of naked female subjects in Spain of the Romantic Age.

Breaking the traditional norms, Amrita Sher-Gil is known for her unique compositions. Hill Women is one of them, showcasing women in a patriarchal society, with the painting’s meaning varying as per the viewer’s thoughts.

The Fighting Temeraire, an exceptional seascape and an emotional farewell to the famous warship of Britain, by J.M.W. Turner is an autobiographical piece that leaves a lasting impact on the viewer.

Bride’s Toilet by Amrita Sher-Gil is a 1937 painting that showcases the mature work of the artist and her fluency in flat figures, expressing the domesticity of India to the viewer.

Ecce Homo by Caravaggio is a Biblical painting depicting the last days of Christ when he was tortured by the Roman soldiers before his crucifixion. Here’s a detailed article on the recently verified Caravaggio.