Portraits

For thousands of years, artists have been fascinated with capturing the likeness of individuals through portraiture. The style and the nature of these portrayals have shifted with time and across cultures, evolving from an art form reserved largely for flattering images of the upper classes to today’s more democratized and inclusive vision of humanity. Here we present a selection of portraits dating from prior centuries to the present—from the Figge's collection. The range of portraits presented offer fresh perspectives on the subject and the many ways in which artists see themselves or their fellow citizens. Most importantly, the portraits show us that their power lies in the deep connections they allow us to make with one another.