Old World Portraits

A delicate 18th-century pastel portrait by Rosalba Carriera capturing a young boy's gentle gaze.

A striking late-19th-century pastel portrait of a writer, capturing a contemplative yet direct gaze.

A masterpiece of Rococo elegance, this luminous pastel captures the refined beauty of a Venetian noblewoman.

This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures the youthful Crown Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony with luminous detail and soft textures.

A refined 18th-century pastel portrait of a French marquis, showcasing exquisite lace detail and soft, luminous skin tones.

An expressive 1904 pastel portrait by Stanisław Wyspiański, featuring a striking palette of deep blue and sun-lit yellow.

This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures the refined dignity of Frederic Graaf de Thoms.

A dignified and technically masterful self-portrait by the celebrated Venetian Rococo artist Rosalba Carriera.

This refined pastel portrait by Jean-Étienne Liotard captures 18th-century elegance through masterful textures and luminous color.

A charming and masterful 18th-century pastel portrait of a young girl in a vibrant blue velvet cape holding her pet dog.

A striking and soulful pastel portrait of a Tunisian woman, characterized by luminous white drapery and a captivating gaze.

An elegant and spirited pastel portrait by Édouard Manet, capturing a gentleman with masterful, impressionistic strokes.