Our objects and artworks

From antiquity to the present day, the Fitzwilliam houses a world-renowned collection of over half a million beautiful works of art, masterpiece paintings and historical artefacts. From this page, one can explore themes, periods and contexts for some of our highlight objects, or explore our entire collection.

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Religious Art

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Perceptions of People

Perceptions of People

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Perceptions of Places

Power and Status

Power and Status

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Italy 1400 1700

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Northern Europe 1400 1700

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Tradition and change

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Materials and methods

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