Old World

An elegant 18th-century portrait of the future Frederick the Great in polished armor and royal regalia.

A masterpiece of Baroque portraiture by Anthony van Dyck, featuring a young nobleman in luminous silks and an elegant, stately pose.

This iconic 1701 portrait by Hyacinthe Rigaud depicts King Louis XIV in the full splendor of his coronation regalia.

A striking and atmospheric 19th-century portrait of a man in contemplative repose, set against a deep, shadowed background.

A striking neoclassical portrait of a French singer, rendered with dramatic lighting and rich crimson tones.

An elegant and atmospheric 19th-century French portrait of a woman in black, set against a deep, moody background.

A striking and soulful portrait of an elderly woman, captured with dramatic lighting and masterful brushwork.

A striking mid-19th-century portrait featuring dramatic lighting and a contemplative mood.

A dignified 19th-century portrait characterized by masterful chiaroscuro and a contemplative gaze.

A resolute and authoritative 19th-century portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, capturing his steady gaze and dignified presence.

A regal 17th-century portrait of King Charles I, showcasing rich textures and the refined elegance of the Stuart court.

A striking 18th-century portrait by Joshua Reynolds featuring a Highland officer in traditional dress against a dramatic, atmospheric sky.