Old World Portraits

An intimate and soulful 19th-century portrait of a young woman, captured with sensitive realism.

An atmospheric Symbolist portrait of a woman seated at a piano, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation.

This 17th-century panel painting by Antonio Rimpacta depicts a serene Virgin Mary in quiet contemplation of the Christ Child.

A striking Dutch Golden Age portrait featuring an intricate lace ruff and elegant pearl jewelry.

An elegant and introspective late 19th-century portrait of a woman in mourning-style black attire.

A dignified portrait of a Dutch noblewoman, characterized by rich earth tones and a contemplative expression.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a duchess in a shimmering blue dress within a richly detailed interior.

A dignified 17th-century portrait featuring a gentleman in a striking white ruff collar against a dark, atmospheric background.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of a Scotsman in traditional dress, accompanied by his loyal canine companions.

An evocative late-career portrait by James McNeill Whistler, capturing the thoughtful gaze of his patron Charles Lang Freer.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of the artist Sir David Wilkie, capturing a moment of thoughtful repose in a rich, atmospheric interior.

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring a woman in a striking white ruff and detailed black embroidery.