Old World Portraits

An elegant 17th-century portrait of a nobleman in armor, rendered with masterful attention to texture and light.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a Plains Ojibwa Chief, capturing the dignity and intricate regalia of Indigenous North American leadership.

An iconic Victorian portrait by Frederic Leighton featuring a young girl in a striking riding costume against a scenic countryside.

An iconic Post-Impressionist portrait by Paul Gauguin, depicting his Tahitian wife Tehamana amidst symbolic motifs.

An elegant 17th-century double portrait of Duke Johann Casimir and his wife, Margaret, featuring exquisite details of period fashion.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of Augustus III of Poland, showcasing regal blue and gold textures.

A distinguished 18th-century portrait by Nicolas de Largillière, featuring an aristocratic sitter in gleaming armor.

This striking 19th-century portrait captures a Hungarian or Polish hussar in magnificent red and gold military regalia.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the Indonesian painter Raden Saleh, characterized by rich textures and a warm, atmospheric landscape.

This dramatic 1831 self-portrait depicts Willem Engelberts in his Jager military uniform, complete with rifle and insignia.

This formal 19th-century portrait captures Oscar I in a stately military uniform against a dramatic, atmospheric background.

An expressive 1910 oil portrait of a woman in a vibrant blue blouse against a bold emerald background.