Old World

A masterful Goya portrait capturing a Spanish statesman in ornate official dress against a dark, atmospheric background.

An elegant 19th-century formal portrait of a gentleman in period attire.

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 authoritative 17th-century portrait of King James II in ceremonial armor by Sir Godfrey Kneller.

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring rich textures and a sunset view of a distant estate.

A dignified and expressive portrait of John Adams, captured with the masterful brushwork of Gilbert Stuart.

A commanding 17th-century portrait of a military leader in full plate armor, captured with striking detail and old-world elegance.

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 19th-century portrait of a woman adorned in fine lace and gold jewelry.

A striking late-Renaissance portrait by El Greco, featuring bold colors and dramatic light against a dark background.