Old World

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a gentleman, capturing a sense of quiet authority and scholarly character.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a medieval architect rendered against a luminous gold background.

An elegant 18th-century royal portrait featuring rich textures of fur, silk, and sparkling diamonds.

A dignified self-portrait of artist George Sturm in a felt hat, capturing the focused gaze of a master at work.

A striking 17th-century Dutch portrait of Anna van der Does featuring a magnificent millstone ruff collar.

A striking late 19th-century portrait of a young Māori woman adorned with traditional pounamu and a ceremonial cloak.

A refined 19th-century portrait of a young man, notable for its sensitive rendering and classic scholarly feel.

A striking 19th-century portrait featuring bold brushwork and a rich, atmospheric palette.

A dignified Dutch Golden Age portrait of a musician, captured with masterful light and shadow.

An elegant 18th-century scene depicting the artist's wife amidst the creative atmosphere of a master’s studio.

An evocative late-career portrait by James McNeill Whistler, capturing the thoughtful gaze of his patron Charles Lang Freer.

A striking Baroque portrait of a young noble, distinguished by an intricate lace cravat and a contemplative gaze.