Old World

A striking, atmospheric portrait defined by bold brushwork and dramatic light.

A luminous and dramatic portrait of a vocalist in mid-performance, captured with masterful realism and psychological depth.

A striking Orientalist portrait of a Moroccan leader by Jean-Joseph Benjamin-Constant, featuring dramatic lighting and rich tonal contrasts.

A striking and moody theatrical portrait by Édouard Manet, capturing the intensity of the tragic stage.

A striking late 19th-century self-portrait featuring dramatic chiaroscuro and theatrical historical costume.

A magnificent full-length portrait of Queen Mary of Teck, captured in her royal coronation splendor.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a naval officer and scientist, featuring intricate maritime and cartographic details.

A masterful 19th-century historical scene capturing Christopher Columbus before the Spanish royal court in rich, academic detail.

A commanding and heroic full-length portrait of naval hero Captain William Peel amidst a dramatic battlefield scene.

A captivating and dramatic 1910 self-portrait by the legendary actress and artist Sarah Bernhardt.

A commanding Edwardian-era portrait featuring bold color and elegant brushwork.

A majestic 19th-century portrait of Empress Eugénie in full court regalia, showcasing exquisite detail in lace and silk.