Art for the Library

An evocative glimpse into the 19th-century art world, capturing the intensity and theater of a formal painting jury.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a medieval architect rendered against a luminous gold background.

A dramatic 19th-century oil painting depicting a lively intellectual gathering in a moody, candlelit interior.

Winslow Homer’s iconic Civil War scene captures a poignant moment of confrontation between a Union officer and Confederate prisoners.

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

A dramatic 18th-century architectural caprice featuring towering classical columns and grand stone structures bathed in golden light.

A detailed 19th-century genre painting depicting soldiers occupying a grand interior.

A dramatic 19th-century historical painting depicting a pivotal moment in Swedish history within a rustic cottage interior.

A powerful 19th-century oil study of Christ the Redeemer offering solace, characterized by dramatic lighting and expressive brushwork.

A masterful 17th-century Spanish Baroque portrait of the philosopher Ramon Llull, featuring dramatic light and shadow.