Old World

A striking impressionistic portrait of a distinguished gentleman, captured with bold, confident brushwork.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the prominent American activist Lucretia Coffin Mott.

An expressive 1918 oil portrait of a British officer by Ambrose McEvoy, capturing a dignified presence with impressionistic brushwork.

A striking late 19th-century depiction of Jan Borluut in medieval armor against a luminous gold background.

This refined neoclassical portrait depicts a young artist at work, characterized by soft light and classical poise.

A striking late-19th-century pastel portrait of a writer, capturing a contemplative yet direct gaze.

An evocative mid-19th-century portrait of a man in elaborate Ottoman-style dress reclining in a richly textured interior.

A masterful 1603 composition depicting Saint Luke in his studio, capturing the sacred beauty of the Virgin Mary and Christ Child.

This 18th-century portrait captures the commanding presence of an Ottoman Janissary Aga in full ceremonial dress.

A lively and detailed 18th-century theatrical scene by Johann Zoffany depicting three actors in mid-performance.

A dramatic architectural capriccio by Giovanni Paolo Panini depicting a biblical sermon set amidst the crumbling grandeur of Roman ruins.