Gentileschi's Mary Magdalene chooses between a spiritual and worldly path. Artemisia Gentileschi, Conversion of the Magdalene by Dr. Jesse Locker
Although the figure in this portrait lacks jewels and brocades, likenesses such as this offer insight into upper-class women’s daily lived experience. Portraits and fashion: Sandro Botticelli, Portrait of ... by Dr. Lane Eagles
Two portraits capture the ambition and impudence of Titian's close friend and publicist. Titian, two portraits of Pietro Aretino by Dr. Lorenza Smith
This energetic painting captures the horror of war, from its overwhelming hopelessness to its cultural costs. Peter Paul Rubens, The Consequences of War by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris