Old World

An authoritative early 19th-century portrait of a naval hero standing before a billowing American flag.

A commanding and atmospheric portrait of legendary naval commander Captain John Paul Jones.

A striking 19th-century portrait capturing the dignified presence of Major John Norton in traditional Mohawk attire.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait featuring a statesman-like figure against a dramatic, atmospheric backdrop of a city fire.

A dignified 18th-century portrait of a military officer, captured with rich textures and a commanding presence.

A dignified mid-19th century portrait of James Knox Polk, characterized by its dramatic use of light and rich red tones.

A poignant historical scene depicting the abolitionist John Brown's final moments as he stoops to kiss a child amidst a crowd.

A majestic landscape featuring the sunlit peak of Mount Adams rising above atmospheric clouds and a serene valley.

A dramatic and atmospheric seascape by Winslow Homer, capturing the raw power of the ocean under a luminous moon.

An iconic 1776 portrait by Benjamin West depicting a British colonel and a Mohawk leader in rich, textured detail.