Old World

A luminous 19th-century study of the Oaxaca Cathedral bathed in warm, golden-hour light.

An evocative full-length portrait of artist Marcellin Desboutin by Édouard Manet, capturing a moment of casual dignity.

An elegant mid-19th-century family portrait characterized by refined detail and a classic, dignified atmosphere.

A spirited equestrian portrait of a military officer on a white horse, captured with Alfred Munnings' signature expressive brushwork.

A luminous 19th-century portrait featuring a young girl cradling a vibrant harvest of sunflowers in a sun-drenched interior.

A luminous and elegant Belle Époque portrait of the legendary French writer Colette.

An expressive and warm-toned oil portrait capturing the personality and presence of the sitter through masterful brushwork.

This evocative 1908 portrait captures a sense of quiet intensity through bold, expressive brushwork and dramatic lighting.

A dignified oil portrait of a Canadian soldier in uniform, painted with rich, atmospheric tones.

A striking and dignified 19th-century portrait of a young Māori woman by Gottfried Lindauer.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait featuring a striking interplay of light and shadow.