Old World

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.

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.

An elegant 17th-century portrait capturing a moment of musical contemplation in a rich, dramatic setting.

A striking 17th-century portrait featuring a gentleman in formal attire set against a vibrant crimson backdrop.

A masterful Dutch Golden Age portrait by Frans Hals, capturing the dignified character of an elderly sitter with lively brushwork.

A masterfully lit 17th-century self-portrait featuring dramatic chiaroscuro and an elegant feathered bonnet.

This evocative 1630 character study by Rembrandt captures a weathered man in military attire with masterful use of light and shadow.