Old World

A striking and confident self-portrait featuring dramatic lighting and bold, painterly brushwork.

A striking turn-of-the-century portrait featuring a bold contrast between a delicate black veil and a vibrant red skirt.

An intimate and dignified 19th-century portrait capturing the character of a woman from Provence.

A refined 19th-century portrait of a woman in a quiet, flower-filled interior by Tom Roberts.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a princess in rich silk and lace, accompanied by her faithful canine companion.

An elegant and dignified late 19th-century portrait of Empress Elisabeth of Austria.

A self-assured portrait of Anna Bilińska-Bohdanowicz capturing the artist at work with her brushes and apron.

A charming and masterful 19th-century portrait of a young girl, captured with luminous skin tones and a gentle, contemplative expression.

A luminous Victorian portrait capturing a mother and her children in a light-filled interior, characterized by exquisite textile detail and a serene atmosphere.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a noblewoman featuring intricate lace and a striking plumed hat.

A stately historical scene capturing the formal entry of the Senate into Hamburg City Hall in 1897.

An atmospheric 19th-century portrait study featuring a striking subject and masterful use of light.