Old World

A dignified formal portrait by Raja Ravi Varma featuring a scholarly figure in a luminous blue tunic.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a distinguished official in a ceremonial uniform.

An introspective and masterful 1904 self-portrait by Belgian artist Pieter Van der Ouderaa, showcasing dramatic studio lighting.

A majestic royal portrait capturing Marie Antoinette and her children in a tranquil garden setting.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the American inventor Eli Whitney, captured with elegant realism.

A striking 19th-century military portrait showcasing masterful detail and rich, atmospheric textures.

An elegant 17th-century portrait of the Duchess of Guise, captured in shimmering yellow silk and delicate pearls.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of the Polish king, rendered in a dignified European court style.

An exquisite 19th-century Persian portrait showcasing the detailed gold embroidery and regal bearing of Prince Jalal al-Din Mirza.

A refined 18th-century portrait of a young gentleman standing amidst a serene, atmospheric English landscape.

An elegant turn-of-the-century portrait by John Singer Sargent featuring a young man in a striking white suit.

An elegant early 19th-century portrait of a man in ceremonial uniform, surrounded by the quiet symbols of a scholarly life.