Old World Portraits

This 18th-century portrait by Thomas Gainsborough features a dignified gentleman rendered with luminous skin tones and masterful brushwork.

A characterful and dignified turn-of-the-century self-portrait featuring a striking mustache and classical attire.

An authoritative 18th-century portrait of a Dutch Governor-General, rich in historical symbolism and bold color.

An authoritative 17th-century portrait of the Duke of York, capturing the luminous gleam of plate armor against rich crimson drapery.

An 18th-century formal portrait of Pope Clement XIV by Giovanni Domenico Porta, featuring rich red fabrics and intricate gold embroidery.

An elegant 17th-century portrait of a man with a distinctive mustache and a striking red backdrop.

A striking and characterful 19th-century portrait of Andrew Jackson by Thomas Sully.

A distinguished 18th-century formal portrait featuring an elegant palette and striking details of rank and station.

A dignified portrait of the celebrated American landscape painter George Inness in his studio.

This 1800 portrait captures Duke Pius August in Bavaria in formal military attire, characterized by a bold red sash and distinguished medals.

A dignified portrait of the celebrated Neoclassical sculptor Antonio Canova by François Gérard.

This dignified 1830s portrait captures the character and quiet authority of an elderly gentleman.