Old World

A majestic full-length portrait of the Earl of Sandwich by Thomas Gainsborough, set against the backdrop of Greenwich.

A masterful double portrait by Rembrandt capturing a moment of interaction between a shipbuilder and his wife.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, rendered in rich tones of crimson and gold.

An elegant Dutch Golden Age portrait of a young man in exquisite attire set against a dramatic red backdrop and naval scene.

A majestic mid-19th-century portrait of a Spanish military leader in full ceremonial regalia.

A sophisticated Dutch Golden Age portrait featuring rich velvet textures and classical architectural details.

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

This dramatic 17th-century Dutch painting captures the biblical King Solomon amidst a gathering of attendants and precious offerings.

An elegant Regency-era portrait of a woman in a striking red shawl, painted with the luminous technique of Thomas Sully.

A commanding 18th-century portrait of a naval officer in gleaming armor against a dramatic maritime backdrop.

A striking 18th-century portrait of John Phillippo Nighorus in rich Eastern attire.

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