Old World

A refined 19th-century portrait of a young gentleman, captured with masterful light and shadow.

This 18th-century masterpiece depicts a vibrant New Year's celebration within a grand Chinese palace complex.

A dignified double portrait capturing a shared moment of domesticity and intellectual pursuit in the early 19th century.

An elegant 19th-century portrait by Raja Ravi Varma, masterfully blending European academic realism with traditional Indian subjects.

A dignified 18th-century portrait of a gentleman in a powdered wig, rendered with the masterful hand of William Hogarth.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a dignified young man in formal attire.

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.

An imposing 17th-century portrait of the famed Dutch naval commander Michiel de Ruyter.

An iconic full-length portrait of George Washington, capturing the dignified presence of America's first president.

A masterpiece of 19th-century Orientalist painting, depicting a vibrant scene of rug trading in a sun-drenched courtyard.

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