Art for the Library

A masterful depiction of Roman ruins, blending classical architecture with soft, atmospheric light.

This elegant 18th-century profile portrait captures the refined dignity of a French nobleman through masterful pastel technique.

An evocative 17th-century architectural study of the burned remains of Amsterdam’s Old Town Hall.

An intricate 17th-century maritime scene rendered in delicate ink on panel, capturing the majesty of Dutch sailing vessels.

A masterful Dutch Golden Age landscape featuring hunters and livestock amidst sun-drenched Roman ruins.

An elegant 18th-century view of Potsdam's historic market square, featuring fine architectural detail and lively figures.

An expressive ink and wash portrait of the renowned scholar Shundai Dazai by Edo-period master Tani Bunchō.

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

A masterful maritime scene by James McNeill Whistler, capturing the frozen Thames with atmospheric depth and bold, painterly brushwork.

A striking 17th-century Deccani miniature depicting a musician in elegant white robes playing a lyre against a golden sky.

A masterful 17th-century maritime scene showcasing the intricate beauty of Dutch merchant ships in a moderate breeze.