Old World Portraits
Caterina Sagredo Barbarigo
Rosalba Carriera
A masterpiece of Rococo elegance, this luminous pastel captures the refined beauty of a Venetian noblewoman.
Old World
Heritage-rich works with formality and depth.
Portraiture, heritage detail, and classical composition make this style feel storied, refined, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Old World Portraits
Berber Bride
Josep Tapiró Baró
A stunning 19th-century portrait capturing the intricate beauty and regal presence of traditional Berber bridal finery.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of Pastor Tidemand's Wife
Frans Schwartz
A masterful wax crayon study capturing the dignified presence of an elderly woman in soft, dramatic lighting.
Old World Portraits
Self-Portrait
Thérèse Schwartze
An elegant and confident pastel self-portrait by Dutch artist Thérèse Schwartze, capturing the refined fashion of the early 20th century.
Contains nudity
Old World Portraits
The Singer Faustina Bordoni with a Musical Score
Rosalba Carriera
An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of the celebrated soprano Faustina Bordoni by Rosalba Carriera.