Old World

A quiet and contemplative late 19th-century portrait defined by its masterful use of deep shadows and warm, focused light.

This dramatic 17th-century self-portrait by Artemisia Gentileschi captures the artist in the act of creation, personifying the Allegory of Painting.

A dramatic 17th-century portrait of a man holding a mask, featuring rich textures and striking chiaroscuro.

An elegant Dutch Golden Age portrait of a young gentleman, captured with soft light and rich tonal contrast.

A striking late 18th-century portrait of a young aristocrat by the renowned Joshua Reynolds.

An imposing Baroque-era portrait of a Venetian dignitary in rich crimson robes.

A sophisticated 19th-century oil portrait of a man, rendered in a dramatic, dark palette.

This evocative 1908 portrait by Robert Henri captures a distinguished gentleman with a remarkable white beard and piercing blue eyes.

A striking and atmospheric 19th-century portrait of a man in contemplative repose, set against a deep, shadowed background.

A striking and soulful portrait of an elderly woman, captured with dramatic lighting and masterful brushwork.

A striking mid-19th-century portrait featuring dramatic lighting and a contemplative mood.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a scholar, defined by masterful chiaroscuro lighting.