Old World Portraits

An evocative late-career portrait by James McNeill Whistler, capturing the thoughtful gaze of his patron Charles Lang Freer.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of the artist Sir David Wilkie, capturing a moment of thoughtful repose in a rich, atmospheric interior.

A masterful 17th-century portrait by Rembrandt featuring striking chiaroscuro and rich textures of fur and lace.

An elegant 18th-century portrait featuring a bold red palette and a graceful, musically-inclined subject.

An elegant Baroque portrait by Anthony van Dyck featuring a noblewoman in a striking ruff collar accompanied by a parrot.

An elegant 17th-century portrait of a woman in opulent attire, rendered with the luminous detail characteristic of the Rubens workshop.

A striking Rembrandt portrait of a man in exotic attire, characterized by masterly chiaroscuro lighting.

A striking Baroque portrait of a young noble, distinguished by an intricate lace cravat and a contemplative gaze.

This charming 19th-century American folk portrait captures a young woman in refined dress holding a small red book.

A poignant 17th-century Dutch portrait capturing the quiet dignity and soft features of a young boy.

A soulful 18th-century portrait of a painter in his studio, rendered in a rich, earthy palette.

A masterpiece of Dutch Golden Age portraiture, showcasing exquisite lace detail and a serene, dignified expression.