Old World

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a Pawnee leader, distinguished by a magnificent feathered war bonnet and warm, earthy tones.

A striking and dignified 19th-century portrait of an elderly woman in formal black attire.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in traditional attire, rendered with fine detail.

A young woman in a green jacket gazes thoughtfully from a stone balcony draped with a rich oriental rug.

An elegant 17th-century portrait of a woman in a vibrant red gown and intricate lace ruff.

A charming 19th-century American folk portrait of a woman in an ornate bonnet, rendered with striking flat colors and intricate lace detail.

An elegant 19th-century interior scene capturing a mother and her children in a moment of quiet domestic life.

A powerful neoclassical double portrait by Jacques-Louis David, capturing the solemn profiles of Pope Pius VII and Cardinal Caprara.

This stately portrait captures the powerful presence of King Christian IV of Denmark, adorned in intricate 17th-century regalia.

This 1632 portrait by Cornelis de Vos captures a dignified gentleman with striking detail and masterful light.