Old World Portraits
Ulysses S. Grant
Hansen 'Ole Peter' Balling
A commanding mid-19th-century portrait of General Ulysses S. Grant in military uniform.
Art for the Library
Heritage-rich, bookish works with depth, formality, and quiet authority.
Rich tones and heritage subjects add depth and quiet authority to a room made for reading.
Old World Portraits
Jan Borluut
Albrecht De Vriendt
A striking late 19th-century depiction of Jan Borluut in medieval armor against a luminous gold background.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Tora Holmström
Anders Castus Svarstad
A striking 1907 portrait by Anders Castus Svarstad, featuring bold brushwork and a modern, industrial backdrop.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of an Unknown Man
Tilly Kettle
A distinguished 18th-century gentleman stands in a bold red coat within a classic scholarly setting.
Old World Portraits
William of Jülich
Albrecht De Vriendt
A striking 19th-century depiction of a medieval knight adorned with bold heraldic lions and polished steel armor.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Monsignor Jules de Médicis
Unknown Artist
A striking and formal portrait of a young cleric in vivid red robes, characterized by a refined, polished finish.