Old World

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

A striking 19th-century self-portrait featuring dramatic lighting and a bold red accent.

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

An intimate and luminous double portrait of Eleanor and Rosalba Peale, capturing a moment of sisterly affection and artistic pursuit.

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

A luminous and elegant turn-of-the-century portrait captured with spirited, painterly brushwork.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in traditional attire, characterized by soft light and refined detail.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait of a woman in a white gown by American master Gilbert Stuart.

This 1806 oil portrait by John Wesley Jarvis captures the dignified presence of Thomas Paine in a classic, scholarly style.

A commanding 18th-century portrait of Walter Stewart in military dress, set against a sprawling encampment.

This dignified portrait captures the celebrated American author Julia Ward Howe in a moment of quiet reflection, set against a soft, wooded backdrop.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a young man, notable for his striking white ruffled collar and contemplative gaze.