Art for the Library

A striking 18th-century naturalist study of a striped hyena, captured with meticulous detail and a moody atmosphere.

A striking and intimate anatomical study of a lioness, capturing the raw power and detail of the animal's expression.

A masterfully executed trompe-l'oeil painting capturing a collection of late 19th-century mementos against a rich wood grain.

A meticulously detailed WWI watercolor study of a camouflaged artillery position in Agny, France.

A charming and detailed Victorian narrative scene capturing the social diversity of mid-19th-century rail travel.

A compelling World War I industrial scene depicting the focused activity of soldiers assembling aircraft in a hangar.

A moody 19th-century study of wild boars navigating a silent, snow-covered forest.

A vivid depiction of military logistics in a harsh winter environment, captured with expressive chalk and gouache.

A majestic study of a walking lion, rendered in textured pastels by Hungarian animalier Géza Vastagh.