Old World

An elegant 18th-century French portrait of a gentleman at his writing desk, rendered with rich textures and a moody, scholarly atmosphere.

An elegant Danish Golden Age portrait of a young woman in a refined blue gown and black shawl.

This elegant double portrait by Henry Raeburn captures a young boy and girl with the artist’s signature luminous skin tones and soft, painterly atmosphere.

A dramatic architectural capriccio by Giovanni Paolo Panini depicting a biblical sermon set amidst the crumbling grandeur of Roman ruins.

A poised and contemplative portrait by Paul Cézanne, capturing Madame Cézanne with characteristic Post-Impressionist brushwork.

This grand Neoclassical painting captures a historic meeting between royalty and the papacy within the sun-drenched, vaulted splendor of a Roman museum.

A striking and intimate profile study of fellow artist Michael Ancher, captured with the masterful brushwork of Peder Severin Krøyer.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria, captured in a shimmering satin gown and luminous pearls.

An elegant 17th-century portrait of a Dutch gentlewoman, capturing the refined grace of the Golden Age.

An elegant 17th-century portrait of Anne of Austria, showcasing the intricate lace and rich fabrics of Spanish-influenced court fashion.

A masterfully executed Dutch Golden Age portrait capturing the character and dignity of its subject with lively, confident brushwork.