Art for the Library

A dignified 18th-century portrait of a woman in a bold crimson chair, captured with the characteristic realism of John Singleton Copley.

A soulful 18th-century portrait of a painter in his studio, rendered in a rich, earthy palette.

An elegant 18th-century self-portrait of an artist in his studio, characterized by dramatic lighting and rich textures.

A masterful 18th-century veduta by Bernardo Bellotto, capturing the architectural beauty and pastoral life of Pirna with luminous clarity.

An elegant 18th-century Venetian portrait capturing the dignity and opulence of the Republic's highest office.

This stately 1771 portrait by Thomas Gainsborough depicts a dignified gentleman in a moment of quiet repose with his canine companion.

A dignified 18th-century naval portrait by Joshua Reynolds, featuring a captain against a dramatic maritime backdrop.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of the Duchess of Marlborough in a vibrant red gown against an atmospheric landscape.

A masterful 18th-century still life celebrating the creative arts through a rich arrangement of sculptor's busts, painter's palettes, and architectural drafts.

A refined full-length portrait by Thomas Gainsborough, capturing the elegance of the 18th century against a soft, atmospheric landscape.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a gentleman in a pastoral landscape, accompanied by a loyal spaniel.

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