Art for the Library

An intimate and characterful 18th-century portrait of the Scottish philosopher David Hume by Allan Ramsay.

A masterful 18th-century architectural study by Canaletto, capturing a grand garden view through a formal Baroque colonnade.

An elegant 18th-century French painting celebrating female artistic mastery through luminous color and sophisticated lighting.

A masterful architectural landscape by Hubert Robert featuring the majestic ruins of ancient Rome set against an atmospheric sky.

A masterfully executed late 18th-century biblical narrative painting featuring rich, warm tones and dramatic figure work.

An elegant 18th-century architectural painting by Hubert Robert capturing the grand construction of the École de Chirurgie in Paris.

A lively and detailed 18th-century theatrical scene by Johann Zoffany depicting three actors in mid-performance.

A refined Neoclassical portrait of a scholar seated before the iconic skyline of Florence.

A sophisticated Dutch landscape depicting the stately ruins of Berckenrode Castle reflected in its peaceful moat.

A breathtaking 18th-century Alpine landscape capturing the majestic scale and serene power of the Lauteraar glacier.

A charming 18th-century portrait of a white poodle standing alert in a small wooden boat.