Art for the Library

A masterpiece of 19th-century Orientalist painting, depicting a vibrant scene of rug trading in a sun-drenched courtyard.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a gentleman, capturing a sense of quiet authority and scholarly character.

This 1862 genre painting by Jean Baptiste Madou captures a charming and complex moment of social interaction in a rustic interior.

A magnificent and detailed historical scene depicting a festive banquet of the Guild of Saint Luke.

A dignified and luminous oil portrait of the celebrated French animalier Rosa Bonheur in her studio.

An evocative coastal landscape capturing the rugged beauty of the Victorian shoreline with luminous light and intricate botanical detail.

A poignant 1887 narrative painting by Albert Bettannier depicting a solemn geography lesson in a late 19th-century French classroom.

An atmospheric study of light and Moorish architecture within the historic Alhambra palace.

A poignant and masterful Academic painting capturing a moment of quiet devotion in a vast desert landscape.

A masterful 19th-century genre painting depicting a craftsman's quiet dedication within a sun-drenched workshop.

An elegant 1860 oil portrait of a woman in refined period dress, showcasing exceptional detail in lace and textile.

This evocative 1918 oil painting captures members of the Women's Royal Naval Service (WRNS) and sailors diligently working on sail-making aboard the HMS Essex.