See landscape painting and great neoclassical works from 1810–1840
This room includes two areas of art which developed in Britain during this period. Landscape painting by artists including John Constable depict the British countryside.
Artists were making work inspired by the ancient Greek and Roman art. Pompeii, the ancient Roman city, was uncovered. The art and architecture found there gave artists new ideas. This style of art is called neoclassicism. Examples in this room include sculptures by John Gibson.
Britain defeated France in the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, giving the Royal Navy control of the seas. However, domestically it was a period of economic struggle and social unrest.