Old World Portraits

A soul-stirring portrait of a Belgian laborer, captured with masterful detail and atmospheric lighting.

A dignified formal portrait characterized by dramatic lighting and a rich, moody palette.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a gentleman in a dark coat, characterized by masterful light and shadow.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of Matija Čop, featuring rich textures of fur and velvet.

A soulful and atmospheric 19th-century portrait capture in deep, contemplative tones.

An expressive 1914 oil portrait by Leonard Turzhansky capturing a characterful sitter with a direct, soulful gaze.

A monumental 17th-century group portrait of Amsterdam's militia officers by Joachim von Sandrart.

A striking 1791 portrait of a French grenadier in full regalia, rendered with masterful detail and historical presence.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the renowned landscape painter Thomas Cole.

A commanding 18th-century self-portrait featuring rich crimson tones and a dignified, scholarly atmosphere.

A stately 19th-century portrait of the famed explorer Captain Cook against a dramatic coastal backdrop.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the French writer Alexandre Dumas fils, characterized by bold brushwork and a moody, atmospheric palette.