Art for the Library

A striking impressionist profile portrait capturing a moment of quiet intensity with masterful brushwork.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of the famed American artist and traveler George Catlin.

A dignified World War I naval portrait by Ambrose McEvoy, capturing the resolute character of a Victoria Cross recipient.

A characterful 18th-century theatrical portrait showcasing intricate costume details and a spirited expression.

An intimate 1903 oil portrait by Magnus Enckell capturing the quiet focus of a scholar at his workspace.

This masterful trompe-l'oeil painting creates a striking illusion of three-dimensional objects suspended against a deep, dark backdrop.

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

A striking 19th-century naturalist study of a zebra set against an earthy, rugged terrain.

A moody and atmospheric study of cathedral interior architecture, capturing the quiet dignity of carved wood and candlelight.

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

A captivating 18th-century portrait of a dervish in mid-dance, capturing the elegant movement of traditional Ottoman ritual.

An elegant 1848 oil portrait of a man in formal clerical attire, noted for its dignified presence and masterful use of light.