Art for the Library

A striking 1907 portrait by Anders Castus Svarstad, featuring bold brushwork and a modern, industrial backdrop.

A striking early 20th-century self-portrait capturing a pensive artist in his studio.

Gilbert Stuart’s most celebrated depiction of George Washington, famously left unfinished to create a powerful, atmospheric focus on the sitter.

An expressive 1904 pastel portrait by Stanisław Wyspiański, featuring a striking palette of deep blue and sun-lit yellow.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a distinguished gentleman rendered with refined academic technique.

A captivating late 19th-century portrait of an artist immersed in his craft within a sunlit studio.

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

An elegant early 20th-century portrait featuring masterful brushwork and a dignified, grounding presence.

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

An exquisite 17th-century Mughal portrait of Emperor Akbar, rendered in refined detail with divine and allegorical symbols.

A striking Vienna Secession portrait featuring luminous brushwork and a contemplative gaze.

A striking and contemplative early 20th-century portrait featuring earthy tones and a powerful, simplified composition.