Old World

An intimate profile portrait of the artist's sister, rendered with soft textures and a warm, evocative palette.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a young naval cadet by Edgar Degas, featuring rich tonal contrasts.

A majestic 19th-century portrait of Empress Eugénie in full court regalia, showcasing exquisite detail in lace and silk.

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

An elegant and masterful double portrait of siblings by the celebrated French painter Carolus-Duran.

A luminous and contemplative nineteenth-century portrait of a young woman in traditional attire by French master Camille Corot.

A dignified and contemplative oil portrait of Sir Winston Churchill by James Guthrie.

A charming and meticulously detailed scene of two women sharing a private moment within a richly decorated Victorian interior.

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

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

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

An intensely focused 19th-century portrait of a man set against a dramatic, textured crimson backdrop.