Old World Portraits

A soul-stirring portrait of a Belgian laborer, captured with masterful detail and atmospheric lighting.

A dignified formal portrait characterized by dramatic lighting and a rich, moody palette.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a gentleman in a dark coat, characterized by masterful light and shadow.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of Matija Čop, featuring rich textures of fur and velvet.

A monumental 17th-century group portrait of Amsterdam's militia officers by Joachim von Sandrart.

A commanding 18th-century self-portrait featuring rich crimson tones and a dignified, scholarly atmosphere.

An evocative mid-19th-century portrait of a man with a steady gaze, set against a dramatic, atmospheric mountain landscape.

This 1878 oil portrait by Antoine Vollon captures a man in traditional Spanish dress accompanied by a faithful canine companion.

A striking early 20th-century self-portrait featuring bold, expressive brushwork and a commanding presence.

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

A powerful and character-filled portrait of a weathered fisherman, capturing a lifetime of experience in bold, expressive brushstrokes.

An evocative 19th-century portrait capturing a serious subject in striking, high-contrast light.