Old World Portraits

This masterwork by William Hogarth captures the intense drama of the theater through a powerful, emotive portrait.

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

A magnificent 19th-century royal portrait capturing Queen Marie-Amélie and her young sons in elaborate period attire.

A commanding 18th-century portrait of a naval officer in gleaming armor against a dramatic maritime backdrop.

A striking 18th-century portrait of John Phillippo Nighorus in rich Eastern attire.

A tender and grand 18th-century portrait of a mother with her children, accented by dramatic red silk and a colorful macaw.

A dignified 18th-century portrait of Guillaume IV Castanier, masterfully rendered with dramatic light and luxurious textures.

A commanding and introspective self-portrait by Rembrandt, showcasing his legendary mastery of light and shadow.

A grand eighteenth-century masterpiece by Pompeo Batoni depicting a historic papal audience in Rome.

This masterful 17th-century Dutch group portrait blends classical allegory with contemporary life in a vibrant, detailed town square.

An iconic 19th-century portrait by Jean-Léon Gérôme depicting Napoleon Bonaparte during his historic Egyptian campaign.

A distinguished formal portrait of a British naval admiral in full dress uniform, set against a dramatic maritime backdrop.