Old World

A dignified 17th-century Dutch-style portrait of a military figure in a striking yellow doublet.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the South American revolutionary leader Simón Bolívar in ornate military dress.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait featuring a sophisticated palette of deep blacks and warm skin tones.

A dramatic and atmospheric 19th-century portrait capturing the weathered dignity of an elderly man through masterful light and shadow.

A stately portrait of Camille Barrère, characterized by dramatic lighting and formal old-world elegance.

A character-rich oil portrait of artist Carl Johansson, capturing a contemplative moment with atmospheric smoke.

A refined 19th-century portrait of a distinguished man holding a riding whip against a moody sky.

A majestic full-length portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte in his Chasseur Colonel uniform, painted by Robert Lefèvre in 1809.

A masterpiece of light and shadow, this striking portrait showcases Rembrandt's unparalleled ability to capture human character and rich texture.

This 1841 oil portrait depicts French diplomat Achille Rouen in full official regalia against the stunning backdrop of 19th-century Rio de Janeiro.

This dignified 1795 portrait by Carl Frederik von Breda captures Yusuf Agah Efendi in rich Ottoman attire and a contemplative pose.

A dramatic and atmospheric seascape by Winslow Homer, capturing the raw power of the ocean under a luminous moon.