Old World

A regal 19th-century full-length portrait of King William I, resplendent in a crimson ermine-lined mantle.

A striking 18th-century portrait of a cardinal, featuring a bold red palette and a dignified presence.

An exquisite Regency-era portrait featuring dramatic fashion and masterful brushwork.

An elegant Baroque portrait of a military commander in gleaming ceremonial armor.

A commanding full-length portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte in his private study, captured with Neoclassical precision.

An authoritative 17th-century portrait of King Charles I, showcasing the detailed regalia and fashion of the Stuart court.

A distinguished 18th-century portrait of Patrick Heatly, captured in a moment of polite greeting amidst a rugged landscape.

A masterpiece of Baroque portraiture capturing the intense presence of Pope Innocent X in a symphony of reds.

A majestic and detailed formal portrait of the Qianlong Emperor in full ceremonial court attire.

A refined 19th-century portrait of a Joseon dynasty official, showcasing masterful brushwork and traditional Korean attire.

This 1783 self-portrait by Joseph Ducreux captures a candid, humorous moment of human exhaustion with masterful theatricality.

An opulent 18th-century portrait by Hyacinthe Rigaud, featuring a dramatic play of crimson silk and fine textures.