Old World

This 1849 oil portrait by Thomas Sully features a woman with a gentle expression, framed by a delicate white bonnet.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a gentleman in formal attire, rendered with classic precision.

This dignified 1830s portrait captures the character and quiet authority of an elderly gentleman.

A magnificent 18th-century group portrait capturing a scholarly entourage in a moment of intellectual gathering.

A masterful 18th-century depiction of God the Father, characterized by dramatic lighting and expressive brushwork.

A dramatic 17th-century portrait of Queen Christina of Sweden defined by bold red drapery and regal presence.

An evocative 17th-century family portrait rich in symbolism and masterful textile rendering.

A dignified 18th-century portrait of a scholar surrounded by symbols of his intellectual and spiritual life.

An elegant 18th-century royal wedding scene characterized by rich crimson damask walls and masterful baroque detail.

A luminous 18th-century profile portrait of a young boy and his pet flying squirrel against a rich red backdrop.

A masterful triple-view study of Cardinal Richelieu by Philippe de Champaigne, capturing the sitter with exceptional psychological depth.