Art for the Library

This evocative late 19th-century oil painting by Joaquín Sorolla captures a focused moment of scientific discovery under warm, atmospheric light.

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.

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

A soulful and intimate self-portrait by Impressionist master Claude Monet.

An elegant 18th-century pastel portrait of Henry Hoare, known as 'The Magnificent', rendered in striking blues and golds.

A masterfully rendered nineteenth-century study of Sheik Hussein and his son in traditional dress.

An elegant Victorian Neoclassical scene depicting art appreciation in an ancient Roman studio.

A refined 19th-century portrait of a young man, notable for its sensitive rendering and classic scholarly feel.

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.

A dignified side-profile portrait of a bearded gentleman by Edgar Degas, rendered with sophisticated, painterly brushwork.