Art for the Library

A dramatic expressionist portrait by Lovis Corinth featuring bold brushwork and a moody, atmospheric palette.

A masterful 17th-century pen drawing by Willem van de Velde the Elder, capturing the majestic detail of a Dutch sailing ship.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a musician, capturing a moment of refined contemplation in warm, earthy tones.

A serene 17th-century Chinese painting depicting the legendary philosopher Laozi on a journey across a gentle landscape.

A detailed 19th-century watercolor study of a bird of prey, capturing a sharp gaze and powerful talons with scientific precision.

A striking 1910 self-portrait featuring a contemplative subject rendered in warm, earthy oil tones.

A striking trompe l'oeil still life featuring the meticulously rendered military equipment of a Civil War major.

An elegant 19th-century oil portrait of the celebrated French actor Jean-Baptiste Bressant by Théobald Chartran.

A dignified 18th-century Swedish portrait of a military officer featuring striking blue tones and elegant period calligraphy.

This dramatic group portrait captures the gravitas of a 19th-century council meeting in Paris.