Browse Art by Subject & Genre | Aurora & Athena Gallery

Josef Šíma – Poésie de la lumière, 1961, full view

Abstract

As a subject, abstraction completely frees the artist from the rigid constraints of objective reality. Instead of depicting recognizable scenes, figures, or everyday objects,…

Animals

5 artworks

Throughout art history, the depiction of animals has served as a profound mirror to human experience, symbolizing untamed nature, spiritual vitality, and aristocratic prestige.…

Antoine Blanchard - Paris, Gare de L'est, oil on canvas depicting a bustling Parisian street scene near Gare de l'Est

Cityscape

9 artworks

A dynamic testament to human ingenuity and the rapid pace of modern life, the cityscape genre captures the architectural grandeur, bustling energy, and atmospheric…

Female Figure

10 artworks

As one of the most enduring and universally celebrated subjects in art history, the female figure has inspired countless artists across centuries, movements, and…

20th Century Chinese School – Reclining Nude by the Window

Figurative

16 artworks

As a subject, the human figure is one of the most enduring, universally relatable, and profoundly expressive motifs in the history of art. Rather…

Landscape

16 artworks

As one of the most beloved and visually expansive subjects in the history of art, landscape painting captures the breathtaking diversity and profound beauty…

Mother and Child

3 artworks

As one of the most universal, enduring, and deeply emotional subjects in art history, the depiction of the maternal bond transcends cultural and temporal…

Mythological & Allegorical

4 artworks

For centuries, artists have drawn upon the rich tapestry of ancient myths, classical legends, and complex allegories to explore the deepest facets of human…

Konstantin Korovin – Night Scene in Paris, 1927 – Oil painting, front view without frame

Parisian Scene

5 artworks

As the undisputed epicenter of the global art world during the 19th and early 20th centuries, Paris provided endless inspiration for generations of visionary…

Portrait

1 artwork

As one of the most intimate, historically significant, and psychologically profound subjects in fine art, portraiture transcends the mere documentation of human likeness. Throughout…

Still Life

4 artworks

Celebrated for its quiet elegance and profound symbolic depth, the still life—or nature morte—has captivated artists and collectors for centuries. By focusing on inanimate…

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about participating in our auctions or submitting your artwork? Find answers to common inquiries below, or feel free to reach out for more details.

Our current selection of artworks available for private sale may be viewed in our Online Gallery.
Selected works may also be viewed in our showroom by prior appointment.

All Aurora & Athena auctions are held online. The simplest way to take part is to create an account on auroraathena.com: once approved, you can leave a maximum bid on any lot before the sale and bid live in our own auction room, with a buyer's premium of 25% — lower than on third-party platforms. Our sales are also listed on LiveAuctioneers, Invaluable, Drouot or BidSpirit, where the buyer's premium is 30%. See our How to Bid page for the full guide.

Not at the moment — we don't offer telephone bidding. You can bid from anywhere in the world in our own online auction room (create an account on auroraathena.com, 25% buyer's premium), or through LiveAuctioneers, Invaluable, Drouot or BidSpirit (30% buyer's premium).

Yes. Once your account on auroraathena.com is approved, open any lot in the catalogue and leave your maximum bid — we bid for you, step by step, only as far as needed, and you can raise or withdraw it until the lot comes up in the live sale. Your maximum is never shown to other bidders. Absentee bids can also be left on LiveAuctioneers, Invaluable, Drouot or BidSpirit, at their 30% buyer's premium. For the full guide, see our How to Bid page.

Yes. All artworks may be viewed in our showroom by appointment only. We encourage collectors to inspect artworks in person whenever possible.

Credit card payments are accepted for purchases up to €10,000. Purchases exceeding this amount must be paid by bank wire transfer.
For auction purchases, payment is due within 14 days of the auction. For gallery purchases and private sales, payment terms are agreed individually.

For purchases of €1,000 or more, buyers must complete our client registration (KYC) procedure before the transaction can be finalized. Required documentation includes a completed Client Registration Form, a valid passport or national ID, and proof of address dated within the last three months.
For auction purchases, where applicable, KYC documentation and payment must both be completed within 14 days of the auction.

Yes. Artworks may be collected by appointment or shipped worldwide. For every purchase — at auction, through the gallery, or via a private sale — Aurora & Athena coordinates professional, insured shipping on your behalf with trusted logistics partners. If you'd prefer to arrange your own shipping instead, we're happy to work with a provider of your choice.

It’s easy! Just fill out the form on our website: auroraathena.com/sell — or email us at sell@auroraathena.com. Be sure to include key details like the artist, technique, size, and clear photos of the artwork (front, back, and signature if possible). The more information you provide, the better we can evaluate your submission. We’ll get back to you as soon as we review it!

Auction purchases are governed by our Auction Terms & Conditions. Gallery purchases and private sales are governed by our Gallery Terms & Conditions.

If you require any additional information regarding our auctions, gallery, private sales or services, we would be delighted to assist. Contact us via our Contact page or email contact@auroraathena.com.

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