Old World

An elegant 18th-century double portrait featuring a couple in lavish period attire against a dramatic red curtain.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a gentleman set against a rich crimson backdrop.

A majestic 19th-century portrait of Empress Eugénie in full court regalia, showcasing exquisite detail in lace and silk.

A magnificent Dutch Golden Age family portrait set against a sweeping landscape and grand architecture.

An elegant and masterful double portrait of siblings by the celebrated French painter Carolus-Duran.

A stately 18th-century portrait featuring a nobleman in a lavishly embroidered green jacket and a dramatic red ermine cloak.

A striking 17th-century portrait showcasing the intricate fashion and military status of an English nobleman.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a courtly figure in Faizabad, rendered with exquisite detail in jewelry and textiles.

A majestic full-length portrait of William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, in ceremonial ermine-trimmed robes.

This 1851 masterpiece by Ingres captures the refined elegance of a Parisian socialite with startling precision and luxurious detail.

A magnificent 18th-century group portrait capturing a scholarly entourage in a moment of intellectual gathering.