Old World Portraits
Bust of an Old Man
Jan Lievens
An evocative portrait of an elderly man, captured in a moment of quiet contemplation with masterful light and shadow.
Old World
Heritage-rich works with formality and depth.
Portraiture, heritage detail, and classical composition make this style feel storied, refined, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Hubert Robert
Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun
An elegant and lifelike 18th-century portrait of the French artist Hubert Robert by Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun.
Old World Portraits
Head of a Woman
Michiel Sweerts
A poignant and masterful 17th-century portrait of a woman, rendered with exquisite detail and sensitivity.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Madame Henri Martin
Henri-Jean Guillaume Martin
A captivating post-impressionist profile study featuring vibrant impasto and a warm, dappled palette.
Old World Portraits
William Drummond of Hawthornden
Abraham van Blijenberch
A striking Jacobean portrait of the poet William Drummond, defined by dramatic lighting and an intricate lace ruff.
Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait
Pieter de Hooch
A dignified 17th-century self-portrait featuring a young man in a classic Dutch collar, set against a warm, atmospheric background.