Old World

This 1851 masterpiece by Ingres captures the refined elegance of a Parisian socialite with startling precision and luxurious detail.

An intimate and expressive 19th-century portrait by Paul Gauguin, capturing a fellow artist with textured, atmospheric brushwork.

A peaceful and luminous scene of an elderly woman reading, captured with atmospheric light and warm interior tones.

An elegant late 19th-century portrait featuring a bold palette of yellow and violet.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait featuring the artist with his tools of trade against a neutral, atmospheric background.

A dignified formal portrait characterized by dramatic lighting and a rich, moody palette.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of a contemplative woman in Venice, rendered with soft light and rich texture.

An opulent and dramatic depiction of a traditional 17th-century Russian wedding celebration.

A dignified portrait of Emperor Franz Josef I, capturing the Austrian monarch in a formal military uniform.

A striking and soulful portrait by Robert Henri, featuring bold brushwork and a rich, atmospheric palette.

An elegant 19th-century double portrait characterized by Degas’ signature psychological depth and painterly touch.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in a wide-brimmed hat and delicate white lace.