Old World Portraits
Coronation of Emperor Charles V in Bologna
Unknown Artist
An intricate Baroque scene capturing the solemn coronation of Emperor Charles V in a richly detailed ceremonial setting.
Old World
Heritage-rich works with formality and depth.
Portraiture, heritage detail, and classical composition make this style feel storied, refined, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Old World Portraits
Marie Antoinette and Her Children
Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun
A landmark of French royal portraiture, this piece depicts Marie Antoinette with her children in a scene of maternal dignity and courtly splendor.
oil paint
A Boyar Wedding Feast
Konstantin Makovsky
An opulent and dramatic depiction of a traditional 17th-century Russian wedding celebration.
Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Death of Cleopatra
Antoine Rivalz
A powerful 18th-century depiction of the Death of Cleopatra, featuring striking chiaroscuro and rich, luminous drapery.