Art for the Library

A masterfully executed late 18th-century biblical narrative painting featuring rich, warm tones and dramatic figure work.

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

A dramatic 18th-century Neapolitan oil painting featuring a huddled figure rendered in striking chiaroscuro.

A poignant 18th-century narrative painting depicting a moment of emotional weight and quiet drama.

An evocative 18th-century portrait of an Albanian sailor in traditional costume.

A whimsical 18th-century scene featuring a monkey in fine attire focused on his artistic craft.

A poignant and masterfully executed 18th-century scene of two figures in a rustic interior by Giacomo Ceruti.

A classical 18th-century landscape painting depicting the symbolic biblical scene of Jesus delivering the keys to Saint Peter.

This dramatic 18th-century genre scene by Gaspare Traversi captures a moment of intense social interaction with masterfully rendered expressions and bold chiaroscuro.