Art - Paintings - Works on Paper

Masterpieces of Art Across Centuries

The Nicholas Wells Antiques collection of paintings, drawings, and works on paper spans the 17th to 20th centuries, offering collectors and connoisseurs a rich spectrum of styles, schools, and subjects. From mythological and landscape paintings of the 18th and 19th centuries to intimate drawings, Mughal miniatures, and rare architectural fragments, each work captures a unique moment in artistic history.

Our gallery is proud to offer notable works by artists such as Theodor Richter, Doris Zinkeisen, Pietro Della Valle, Tomasso Bigatti, Camillo De Vito, and the Master of the Langmatt Foundation Views, alongside carefully selected school paintings, decorative works, and needlework pictures.

Complementing these historic works, Aleph Contemporary, our London gallery, showcases over 30 leading contemporary artists, bridging past and present with thought-provoking new works.

Highlights of the Collection

• “Lacco Ameno (Isola d’Ischia)” – A major 19th-century Italian work.

• Pietro Della Valle – Important painting, Collection CK10.

• Consulat Drawing of a Young Man – Elegant portrait, circa 1800.

• Martin Ferdinand Quadal – An important example of Central European painting.

• Portrait of a Lady à la Turque – 18th-century elegance.

• Camillo de Vito, Pair of Italianate Gouaches – Neoclassical landscapes .

• Tomasso Bigatti after Guido Reni – Classical subject.

• Jean-François de Troy – French school painting.

• Doris Zinkeisen – Notable 20th-century theatrical painter.

• Needlework picture of David and Bathsheba – English devotional textile.

• Dutch School, Still Life with Game, Fruit & Flowers – 18th-century opulence.

Prices range from £1,500 for charming watercolours to £150,000 for museum-level masterworks.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What periods are represented in your paintings collection?
We specialise in 18th- and 19th-century paintings, but our collection also includes earlier Old Masters, 20th-century works, and Mughal miniatures.

What types of works on paper do you offer?
Our range includes drawings, watercolours, prints, architectural fragments, and embroidery pictures, all of which are prized by collectors for their intimacy and immediacy.

Who are some of the artists represented?
Notable names include Theodor Richter, Pietro Della Valle, Tomasso Bigatti, Camillo de Vito, Nathaniel Hone, Jean-François de Troy, Doris Zinkeisen, and others. We also offer works from important schools and anonymous masters.

Do you also show contemporary art?
Yes. Through Aleph Contemporary, our London gallery, we represent over 30 contemporary artists. This allows us to offer collectors both historic and modern perspectives on art.

Are these works suitable for interior design as well as collecting?
Absolutely. Paintings and drawings can provide the focal point of a room or complement period and modern interiors alike. From bold mythological canvases to delicate watercolours, these works enrich any space.

What is the price range?
Our paintings and works on paper start around £1,500 for smaller drawings and rise to £150,000 for significant historical works.

Do you ship paintings internationally?
Yes. We use fine art shippers to transport works worldwide, fully insured and packed to museum standards.

✨ Explore Nicholas Wells Antiques’ Paintings & Works on Paper – from Mughal miniatures to European masterpieces, and from historic drawings to contemporary art at alephcontemporary.com.