Old World

This evocative oil portrait by Abbott Handerson Thayer captures a woman in a fur coat with a soft, luminous glow and dramatic chiaroscuro lighting.

An elegant 1903 portrait by Asta Nørregaard, featuring a striking pale blue hat and refined tonal harmony.

A charming 19th-century portrait of a young woman in a vibrant green dress standing amidst a lush rose garden.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the Flemish painter Willem Jacob Herreyns, captured with soulful realism.

A striking portrait of a woman in an elegant blue gown, showcasing Corot's mastery of light and color.

A dignified 19th-century portrait featuring a woman in an elegant black dress set against a vibrant landscape.

An authoritative 19th-century portrait of Jean-Baptiste-Jules Bernadotte in ornate military attire against a battlefield backdrop.

An exquisite 19th-century portrait of a young Emperor Charles V seated with his loyal greyhound.

A striking turn-of-the-century portrait set against the iconic, bustling backdrop of Montmartre.

An elegant Belle Époque portrait of Nanette de Spoelberch by Jacques de Lalaing, showcasing refined turn-of-the-century fashion.

An evocative and dignified turn-of-the-century portrait of Richard Watson Gilder, rendered with masterful light and atmospheric depth.

A dignified military portrait featuring Sergeant Filip Konowal, rendered with soulful, painterly brushwork.