Old World

This 1851 masterpiece by Ingres captures the refined elegance of a Parisian socialite with startling precision and luxurious detail.

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 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring a young woman in a strikingly large sun hat.

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 charming and elegant 19th-century portrait of a young girl and her companion dog by the master painter John Singer Sargent.

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