Art for the Library

A dramatic and contemplative scene of Pope Paul III engaged in study within a richly textured, historic interior.

A masterpiece of Dutch Golden Age painting, capturing a moment of scholarly concentration in luminous detail.

An evocative 18th-century scene of an antiquities restorer's studio, teeming with classical marble statues and a scholarly atmosphere.

A majestic depiction of ancient Greek architecture paired with a lively scene of 18th-century local life.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a provost in white robes against a luminous gold background.

A striking and highly detailed 16th-century Netherlandish scene depicting two tax collectors at work.

An exquisite 17th-century architectural study capturing the solemn grandeur and masterful light of Delft's Old Church.

A masterfully detailed 18th-century architectural painting of the Canterbury Cathedral interior.

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

A dramatic 19th-century landscape featuring riders contemplating a golden hilltop city.

An evocative masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age, featuring Vermeer's signature use of light and color.