Old World

An intimate and masterly portrait by Rembrandt, capturing the character and dignity of an elderly woman in a striking ruff.

An elegant Georgian-era portrait featuring luminous satin textures and a tender maternal subject.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of statesman John Jay, capturing a moment of quiet intellectual dignity.

An elegant and serene pastel portrait featuring luminous white drapery and a soft, contemplative gaze.

An intimate and masterful portrait of Pontus Fürstenberg, captured with Anders Zorn’s signature bold, impressionistic brushwork.

An opulent and striking 17th-century portrait depicting the famed traveler Jean-Baptiste Tavernier in elaborate Eastern dress.

A dramatic 19th-century Spanish-Mexican masterpiece depicting the miraculous appearance of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

This striking 19th-century portrait captures a woman in elegant Martinican dress, characterized by its luminous white palette and intricate patterns.

A dignified 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring striking tonal contrast and masterful detail.

A striking Post-Impressionist portrait by Vincent van Gogh, capturing the quiet dignity of a woman from Arles.

A dignified mid-19th century portrait of James Knox Polk, characterized by its dramatic use of light and rich red tones.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait featuring refined brushwork and a steady, direct gaze.