Dramatic Bold

A striking 18th-century portrait by Joshua Reynolds featuring a Highland officer in traditional dress against a dramatic, atmospheric sky.

A self-assured portrait of Anna Bilińska-Bohdanowicz capturing the artist at work with her brushes and apron.

A striking Post-Impressionist portrait featuring bold impasto brushwork and a vivid palette of amber, blue, and green.

An iconic Post-Impressionist portrait by Paul Gauguin, depicting his Tahitian wife Tehamana amidst symbolic motifs.

An exceptionally detailed 19th-century royal portrait of King Louis XVIII in his majestic coronation regalia.

A majestic 18th-century portrait of Shuja al-Daula, showcasing the rich textures of fur and patterned silk.

A commanding 19th-century portrait of a medieval figure set against a luminous gold-leaf background.

A poignant and masterfully executed portrait of the Venezuelan revolutionary Francisco de Miranda in his final days of imprisonment.

A commanding Baroque portrait of a gentleman set against grand classical architecture.

An elegant and self-assured 1904 self-portrait by Ottilie Roederstein, featuring striking light and a refined palette.

This striking 17th-century portrait features a young man in classical attire, defined by a vibrant blue drapery that contrasts beautifully with a warm, glowing background.

A striking 19th-century character study featuring a bold red headscarf and strong, painterly highlights.