Art for the Library

A dramatic chiaroscuro scene of a 17th-century workshop featuring an armorer at his anvil.

A dignified 19th-century oil portrait of Richard Colley Wellesley, featuring rich textures and classical composition.

An elegant and moody double portrait capturing a refined, contemplative moment in a sophisticated turn-of-the-century style.

A dramatic chiaroscuro portrait of a young flautist, capturing a moment of quiet musical concentration.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the tenth U.S. President, John Tyler, rendered with masterful precision.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait of a gentleman by the renowned American artist Gilbert Stuart.

A charming and detailed genre scene by Pietro Longhi depicting a moment of social interaction in 18th-century Venice.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a scholar, defined by masterful chiaroscuro lighting.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the Flemish painter Willem Jacob Herreyns, captured with soulful realism.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a gentleman in a shimmering silk banyan, surrounded by the symbols of a scholarly life.

A striking 17th-century portrait featuring a young man with an exceptionally detailed lace collar.

This monumental group portrait commemorates the great American inventors of the 19th century in a dignified, scholarly setting.