Old World

An elegant 19th-century portrait by Raja Ravi Varma, masterfully blending European academic realism with traditional Indian subjects.

An elegant 19th-century portrait by Raja Ravi Varma depicting a woman in traditional attire with exquisite detail.

A majestic 18th-century portrait of Shuja al-Daula, showcasing the rich textures of fur and patterned silk.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a courtly figure in Faizabad, rendered with exquisite detail in jewelry and textiles.

A tender moment captured in the signature academic realist style of Indian master Raja Ravi Varma.

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