Old World

A soulful, painterly profile study by Helene Schjerfbeck capturing a moment of quiet focus and intellectual depth.

This late 19th-century self-portrait captures a dignified figure set against an atmospheric, light-filled forest.

A striking late 19th-century depiction of Jan Borluut in medieval armor against a luminous gold background.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in a high-collared black gown set against an atmospheric blue backdrop.

A luminous and contemplative nineteenth-century portrait of a young woman in traditional attire by French master Camille Corot.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a nobleman rendered in vivid crimson against a shimmering gold field.

A dignified and contemplative oil portrait of Sir Winston Churchill by James Guthrie.

An elegant Gilded Age portrait by John Singer Sargent, capturing Mrs. Ernest Hills in a striking black gown with intricate lace detail.

A tender 19th-century double portrait of a mother and son in a classic English landscape setting.

A sophisticated 19th-century portrait of a painter, captured with dignified presence and masterful technical detail.

A dignified portrait of the celebrated American landscape painter George Inness in his studio.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the tenth U.S. President, John Tyler, rendered with masterful precision.