First, Nicola Pignatiello, who plays without nails on gut strings, as here (but grows nails when using nylgut). I think this a magical performance:
Vincent Dubès is an extraordinary virtuoso, specialising in 19th century guitar. There aren’t many recordings of him yet, especially since he cut off his nails a few years ago, but this at least gives you a taste. He is playing in a duo with Nausicaa Cannella, who I believe also plays without nails (but I need to double check).
And finally, Mario Carreira, who is also 19th century guitar specialist, as well as a descendent of the Pujol school. There are a number of recordings of him playing chamber music especially. Here’s a familiar tune, in a delightful arrangement for guitar and flute:

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