Old World Portraits

A majestic 18th-century portrait of Shuja al-Daula, showcasing the rich textures of fur and patterned silk.

An intriguing 18th-century portrait featuring a bold blue silk dress and delicate floral accents.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait capturing a moment of artistic contemplation.

An intimate 19th-century portrait of a woman seated in a sun-drenched interior, capturing a moment of quiet domesticity.

An intimate and luminous 19th-century portrait of a young woman, characterized by soft lighting and a contemplative gaze.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a young boy set against a scenic, misty mountain landscape.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the prominent American activist Lucretia Coffin Mott.

Two young women in vibrant blue gowns sit before a scenic river view in this charming 19th-century American portrait.

An iconic 18th-century portrait of George Washington commemorating the Battle of Princeton.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a man with an intense, contemplative gaze set against an atmospheric background.

An expressive 1918 oil portrait of a British officer by Ambrose McEvoy, capturing a dignified presence with impressionistic brushwork.

An iconic Spanish portrait by Francisco Goya featuring a young boy in a striking red suit accompanied by his pets.