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The Tower of Babel
Unknown Artist
A meticulously detailed 17th-century Dutch depiction of the ambitious construction of the Tower of Babel.
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Scholarly portraits, interiors, and old-world pieces with gravity.
Scholarly interiors, portraits, and moody old-world works create a look that feels literary, intimate, and quietly dramatic.
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Solomon's Idolatry
Leonaert Bramer
A masterful seventeenth-century Dutch scene of religious devotion, defined by its striking diagonal lighting and rich, dark tones.
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A Visit to the Art Dealer
Frans Francken the Younger
An intricate 17th-century Flemish masterpiece depicting collectors exploring a densely curated art gallery.