Old World Portraits

A sophisticated late 19th-century portrait capturing a moment of quiet contemplation and dignified poise.

A stunning 19th-century portrait capturing the intricate beauty and regal presence of traditional Berber bridal finery.

A dignified side-profile portrait of a bearded gentleman by Edgar Degas, rendered with sophisticated, painterly brushwork.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a woman in rich silk attire, seated amidst a blend of interior luxury and a pastoral landscape.

This dignified 1795 portrait by Carl Frederik von Breda captures Yusuf Agah Efendi in rich Ottoman attire and a contemplative pose.

An elegant 17th-century Flemish portrait of a gentleman in a striking white ruff.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait of French archaeologist Alexandre Lenoir, captured with a striking yellow cravat.

An elegant 18th-century portrait featuring masterful rendering of light on satin and silk.

An authoritative 17th-century portrait of a nobleman in gleaming armor and a vibrant red mantle.

An elegant mid-19th-century portrait by Thomas Sully, capturing the subject's gentle expression with luminous brushwork.

An opulent mid-19th-century portrait of a seated dignitary in lavishly embroidered garments.