Old World

A striking and intimate profile study of fellow artist Michael Ancher, captured with the masterful brushwork of Peder Severin Krøyer.

A dignified late 19th-century portrait by Peder Severin Krøyer, capturing a man of stature in a moment of quiet reflection.

A dignified 17th-century Dutch portrait by Frans Hals, capturing the lively character and rich attire of a Haarlem official.

A masterfully executed Dutch Golden Age portrait capturing the character and dignity of its subject with lively, confident brushwork.

An elegant 19th-century self-portrait of Philippe Peyrane, capturing the artist with the tools of his trade.

A dignified and soul-searching late-career portrait by Rembrandt, capturing the quiet strength of age.

A distinguished 18th-century portrait by Jacques-Louis David, featuring an architect in a vibrant red coat amidst his tools of trade.

A dignified self-portrait of the American artist Benjamin West, captured with striking chiaroscuro and rich, warm tones.

An incredibly detailed 18th-century portrait capturing the character and texture of the sitter's features and attire.

A classic 17th-century European oil portrait featuring a dignified man in formal dark attire.

An elegant and dignified 19th-century oil portrait of a scholar or cultural leader.

A dignified 17th-century Dutch portrait capturing the refined presence of Guilliaam van Bleyswijk.