Old World

A striking 18th-century portrait of a noblewoman dressed in a shimmering blue satin gown with intricate lace and pearl accents.

This dignified 19th-century portrait captures the contemplative presence of German artist Wilhelm von Schadow in a rich, warm interior setting.

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring a dignified gentleman set against a moody twilight landscape.

A luminous 19th-century portrait featuring sophisticated tonal contrasts and an elegant, seated subject.

A refined 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring elegant silk textures and a striking red backdrop.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of the Comtesse de Goyon, captured with refined grace by Hippolyte Flandrin.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a gentleman set against a lush, atmospheric English landscape.

A refined 1862 portrait of Elizabeth Solomon, showcasing exquisite Victorian lace-work and velvet textures.

Gilbert Stuart’s most celebrated depiction of George Washington, famously left unfinished to create a powerful, atmospheric focus on the sitter.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a young artist in a deep green dress with intricate lace details.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait of a lady in a dramatic plumed hat accompanied by her loyal spaniel.

A masterful Dutch Golden Age self-portrait featuring a striking gaze and sophisticated play of light.