Old World

This 1817 oil portrait by John Wesley Jarvis captures the dignified presence of a gentleman in classic Regency-era attire.

A masterful 19th-century historical scene capturing Christopher Columbus before the Spanish royal court in rich, academic detail.

A heroic and dignified portrait of a young lieutenant in full Napoleonic regalia beside his mount.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait by Gilbert Stuart, capturing the refined grace of a prominent socialite.

An elegant Dutch Golden Age portrait capturing the dignified presence of a merchant amidst rich textures and maritime vistas.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a gentleman in luxurious scholarly attire.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a man, captured with refined brushwork and a warm, glowing palette.

A striking 18th-century portrait capturing the dramatic flair and elaborate costume of celebrated actor Henry Woodward in character.

A charming mid-19th-century double portrait of two sisters set against a serene landscape.

An elegant Neo-Impressionist portrait of a woman at a piano, celebrated for its shimmering pointillist technique and rich violet palette.

An atmospheric Venetian cityscape by Canaletto, capturing the bustling maritime life and grand architecture of the Grand Canal.