Old World

A majestic portrait of Emperor Franz Joseph I captured in his striking hussar uniform by Philip de László.

A striking, atmospheric portrait defined by bold brushwork and dramatic light.

A luminous and dramatic portrait of a vocalist in mid-performance, captured with masterful realism and psychological depth.

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

A striking Orientalist portrait of a Moroccan leader by Jean-Joseph Benjamin-Constant, featuring dramatic lighting and rich tonal contrasts.

A striking and moody theatrical portrait by Édouard Manet, capturing the intensity of the tragic stage.

A magnificent full-length portrait of Queen Mary of Teck, captured in her royal coronation splendor.

An intimate and masterful self-portrait by Joaquín Sorolla, defined by its striking use of light and shadow.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a naval officer and scientist, featuring intricate maritime and cartographic details.

A masterful 19th-century historical scene capturing Christopher Columbus before the Spanish royal court in rich, academic detail.

A commanding and heroic full-length portrait of naval hero Captain William Peel amidst a dramatic battlefield scene.

A captivating and dramatic 1910 self-portrait by the legendary actress and artist Sarah Bernhardt.