Paintings

Masterpieces Across Centuries

With a multitude of specialist auctions held each year, Duke’s Paintings Department showcases a wide array of oil paintings, watercolours, and prints spanning from the 12th to the 21st century. Our team has a proven record of researching, cataloguing, and marketing important works—from Old Masters such as Fra Angelico and Titian to contemporary icons like Howard Hodgkin and Damien Hirst.

Many of our sales are accompanied by beautifully printed catalogues, distributed to a global network of renowned private and trade collectors. Works are displayed to the highest standard in our gallery, allowing entire collections to be presented in an environment that honours their artistic importance.

Recent highlights include:

• Edward Townsend Singing ‘The Beggar’ by Johann Zoffany (1733-1810), painted in 1796, oil on mahogany panel in its original frame - sold for £429,000*
• The Long Journey by Frederick Cayley Robinson (1862-1927), first exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1928 - sold for £123,500*
• The Cowgirl by Harold Harvey - sold for £49,400*

Whether you are a seasoned collector or acquiring your first piece, Duke’s offers expert guidance and access to museum-quality works across every era.

To find out about the next auction, please visit our Upcoming Auctions page.

*Inclusive of fees

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