Old World

An elegant late-19th-century portrait of a young girl in a refined lace gown, painted by Gustav Klimt.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a stylish woman on a balcony, rendered with sophisticated brushwork and a soft, atmospheric palette.

This 19th-century portrait by Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer depicts the medieval Spanish king Alfonso X in full royal regalia.

A striking impressionist profile of a man in a fur hat, defined by bold brushwork and dramatic light.

This dignified 1898 portrait by Léon Bonnat captures an elderly woman with a luminous, gentle expression.

A striking 19th-century portrait of an Andean dweller holding a ceremonial ceramic vessel.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a gentleman set against a rich crimson backdrop.

An elegant turn-of-the-century portrait of a woman holding a golden goblet, characterized by luminous skin tones and rich, warm colors.

An elegant 19th-century realist study of light and texture, featuring a woman in a luminous white gown.

A dramatic study in light and shadow, this late 19th-century self-portrait captures a moment of quiet intensity.

A sophisticated 19th-century portrait capturing the contemplative gaze of artist Marià Fortuny.