Old World

An authoritative 17th-century style portrait of King Charles II in gleaming black armor.

An authoritative 17th-century portrait of the Duke of York, capturing the luminous gleam of plate armor against rich crimson drapery.

A vibrant 18th-century portrait of a man in revolutionary-era attire gesturing toward the historic Bastille fortress.

A dramatic 17th-century Spanish Baroque masterpiece depicting St. John the Evangelist in a moment of contemplative study.

An imposing 17th-century royal portrait capturing the Swedish monarch in military splendor.

An atmospheric and realistic portrayal of Napoleon Bonaparte’s arduous journey across the Alps.

A regal 17th-century portrait by Sir Peter Lely, featuring rich textures and a commanding presence.

A majestic white horse with a flowing mane commands the foreground of this atmospheric Flemish landscape.

An intricate 17th-century Dutch Italianate scene depicting the calling of St. Matthew amidst grand classical ruins.

A majestic and historical portrait of young Queen Victoria in her formal coronation attire.

An evocative Impressionist portrait by Édouard Manet capturing the spirit of the opera through bold color and swift brushwork.