Old World

A dignified 1614 self-portrait by Lorenz Strauch, featuring the striking contrast of a starched ruff collar and the tools of the artist's trade.

An elegant Dutch Golden Age portrait featuring a woman in a striking millstone collar.

A striking Dutch Golden Age self-portrait featuring the artist in a classic ruff collar.

An elegant 17th-century portrait featuring the Duke of Buckingham in formal attire, attributed to the master Peter Paul Rubens.

This dignified 1867 portrait by Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier captures Jules Pelletier in formal ceremonial attire.

A striking 19th-century portrait of Helena Fourment, rendered with the rich textures and dramatic light of the Flemish Baroque style.

A masterful 17th-century Dutch Golden Age portrait showcasing energetic brushwork and psychological depth.

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring rich textures and a quiet, dignified atmosphere.

A striking seventeenth-century portrait of Saint Peter, captured with dramatic lighting and masterful detail.

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait of a gentleman in formal black attire with intricate lace detailing.

An exquisite Dutch Golden Age portrait featuring striking contrast and meticulous lace detailing.

An elegant portrait of a dashing gentleman in 17th-century cavalier attire, captured with painterly flair.