Old World

An elegant Neo-Impressionist portrait of a woman at a piano, celebrated for its shimmering pointillist technique and rich violet palette.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a gentleman in a dark coat, characterized by its meticulous detail and steady gaze.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a woman in a delicate lace bonnet and black dress.

A striking impressionistic portrait of a distinguished gentleman, captured with bold, confident brushwork.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in a finely detailed grey gown and lace headpiece.

An elegant portrait of a woman in a striking red gown and feathered hat, captured in a moment of graceful contemplation.

A tender 19th-century portrait of a young girl holding a porcelain cup, rendered with soft lighting and warm, earthy tones.

An expressive 1885 oil portrait by Aimé Morot depicting the French actor Jules Laroche in an ornate stage costume.

An elegant, fluidly painted portrait of a noblewoman, capturing the glamour of the Belle Époque with masterful brushwork.

An elegant state portrait of Queen Victoria in her full regalia, capturing the majesty of the early Victorian era.

A characterful late 19th-century profile study of a man in a fisherman's cap, rendered with confident, luminous brushstrokes.

This evocative oil portrait by Abbott Handerson Thayer captures a woman in a fur coat with a soft, luminous glow and dramatic chiaroscuro lighting.