Old World

A delicate 18th-century pastel portrait by Rosalba Carriera capturing a young boy's gentle gaze.

An elegant Rococo pastel portrait capturing the dignified presence of the French Consul Le Blond.

This dramatic 18th-century character study captures a figure in a spectacular, jewel-encrusted turban with vibrant blue plumage.

An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of Henry Hoare, known as 'The Magnificent', rendered in striking blues and golds.

This elegant 18th-century pastel portrait captures the youthful Crown Prince Friedrich Christian of Saxony with luminous detail and soft textures.

A refined 18th-century pastel portrait of a French marquis, showcasing exquisite lace detail and soft, luminous skin tones.

An elegant Regency-era portrait of Lady Priscilla Bertie featuring a striking blue and gold turban.

A soulfully rendered 19th-century self-portrait featuring a young man with a penetrating, direct gaze.

An intimate and exceptionally refined 18th-century domestic scene capturing a quiet moment between a mother and child.

A striking late-19th-century pastel portrait of a writer, capturing a contemplative yet direct gaze.

An atmospheric 19th-century portrait study featuring a striking subject and masterful use of light.

A masterpiece of Rococo elegance, this luminous pastel captures the refined beauty of a Venetian noblewoman.