Old World

This 1841 oil portrait depicts French diplomat Achille Rouen in full official regalia against the stunning backdrop of 19th-century Rio de Janeiro.

This dignified 1795 portrait by Carl Frederik von Breda captures Yusuf Agah Efendi in rich Ottoman attire and a contemplative pose.

An elegant 1893 portrait by John Singer Sargent capturing a moment of refined poise and contemplative intensity.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of the famed French aristocrat and writer, the Marquise de Sévigné.

An elegant mid-19th-century portrait by Thomas Sully, capturing the subject's gentle expression with luminous brushwork.

A striking 19th-century self-portrait featuring the artist's intense gaze and masterful use of light and shadow.

A dignified, painterly portrait of Major-General Sir David Watson by renowned artist William Orpen.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in refined attire, rendered with masterful light and classical detail.

A refined 18th-century portrait capturing the elegance of Abigail Smith Babcock in luxurious silks and ermine.

An elegant 17th-century royal portrait of Princess Mary, captured with masterful detail and a rich, warm palette.

A dignified 17th-century portrait of Henry, Duke of Gloucester, showcasing masterful Baroque technique.

This elegant Neoclassical portrait captures a young boy in a thoughtful pose against a soft, atmospheric landscape.