Old World Portraits

A charming and luminous Rococo portrait capturing a young noblewoman at her easel.

An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of Lord Mountstuart by Swiss master Jean-Étienne Liotard.

An intimate and exceptionally refined 18th-century domestic scene capturing a quiet moment between a mother and child.

A striking 18th-century pastel portrait of mathematician Leonhard Euler, featuring rich blue tones and a masterfully captured intelligent gaze.

A striking 18th-century pastel portrait showcasing elaborate period costume and refined technique.

An elegant and serene pastel portrait featuring luminous white drapery and a soft, contemplative gaze.

An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of Lady Mary Radcliffe, showcasing luminous skin tones and intricate period fashion.

An elegant and confident pastel self-portrait by Dutch artist Thérèse Schwartze, capturing the refined fashion of the early 20th century.

This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures Empress Maria Theresa in a moment of quiet dignity and refined grace.