Art for the Library

A refined 17th-century double portrait celebrating intellectual life and domestic partnership.

An atmospheric 18th-century depiction of dervishes in a quiet moment of communal dining and music.

A striking 19th-century portrait featuring bold brushwork and a rich, atmospheric palette.

A masterly and dignified 1917 portrait of Major-General H.M. Trenchard by Sir William Orpen.

A striking scene of Italian craftsmanship, masterfully utilizing dramatic light and deep shadows to create a sense of focused quietude.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of a young woman wrapped in a dark fur cloak, rendered with masterful light and shadow.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait capturing the artist with refined composure and deep tonal richness.

A masterful 17th-century trompe l'oeil featuring ornate hunting regalia against a rustic wooden backdrop.

A soulful character study capturing the weathered features of an elderly woman with masterful, expressive brushwork.

An intimate and masterful profile study of the young Queen Victoria, showcasing the elegant brushwork of Franz Xaver Winterhalter.

A regal and charming portrait of favorite pets by the preeminent Victorian animal painter, Sir Edwin Landseer.

This 1829 portrait by John Neagle depicts the American architect William Strickland with a dignified expression and tools of his trade.