Old World Portraits
Henry Hoare, The Magnificent, of Stourhead
William Hoare
An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of Henry Hoare, known as 'The Magnificent', rendered in striking blues and golds.
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
Portrait of a Man
Unknown Artist
An elegant 19th-century pastel portrait of a gentleman, characterized by soft tonal transitions and a dignified expression.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Ambroise Lalouette
Joseph Vivien
A refined 18th-century pastel portrait of a French chaplain, exhibiting soft textures and a scholarly presence.
Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait
Rosalba Carriera
A dignified and technically masterful self-portrait by the celebrated Venetian Rococo artist Rosalba Carriera.