Old World Portraits

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a woman in a luminous silver gown by John Smibert.

A captivating late 19th-century portrait of a pensive woman, full of mood and elegant detail.

A striking 1884 portrait of the celebrated French composer Claude Debussy by Marcel Baschet.

A tender 19th-century double portrait of two sisters by the French Academic master William-Adolphe Bouguereau.

A soulful 19th-century portrait of the artist's sister, characterized by a detailed patterned backdrop and warm, earthen tones.

An intimate profile portrait capturing a moment of quiet contemplation in luminous light.

A profound and intimate self-portrait by Rembrandt, captured in his final year with masterful light and texture.

An evocative 19th-century oil portrait of a young man in a straw hat, captured with sensitive realism.

A sweeping mid-19th century narrative painting of a family in traditional Highland dress overlooking a coastal harbor.

An elegant and intimate Victorian double portrait capturing a quiet moment of sibling connection.

A refined 17th-century Dutch portrait capturing the delicate textures of lace, pearls, and velvet.

A dignified portrait of a musician immersed in his craft, captured with rich tonal depth and classical refinement.