Art for the Library

A striking late-19th-century pastel portrait of a writer, capturing a contemplative yet direct gaze.

This elegant 18th-century profile portrait captures the refined dignity of a French nobleman through masterful pastel technique.

A striking 18th-century pastel portrait of mathematician Leonhard Euler, featuring rich blue tones and a masterfully captured intelligent gaze.

A striking mid-18th-century self-portrait featuring the artist in vibrant Turkish dress with a masterfully rendered beard.

This expressive pastel portrait by Stanisław Wyspiański captures the intense gaze of Polish composer Henryk Opieński amidst symbolic musical motifs.

A dignified 19th-century pastel portrait of a gentleman by the renowned artist Mary Cassatt.

An elegant 19th-century pastel portrait of a gentleman, characterized by soft tonal transitions and a dignified expression.