Art for the Library

A masterful 17th-century trompe l'oeil painting depicting equestrian and postal accessories hanging against a realistic wood grain background.

An evocative mid-19th-century portrait of a scholar immersed in his collection of historical treasures.

A meticulously detailed 19th-century history painting depicting a formal visit to a medieval artist's workshop.

An intricate 17th-century study of light and perspective within a grand Gothic cathedral.

A dignified 18th-century self-portrait of artist Charles Catton, showcasing his craft with palette and brushes.

Winslow Homer’s iconic Civil War scene captures a poignant moment of confrontation between a Union officer and Confederate prisoners.

This dignified portrait captures the celebrated American author Julia Ward Howe in a moment of quiet reflection, set against a soft, wooded backdrop.

An exquisite 17th-century portrait by Rembrandt, capturing a woman with a luminous gaze holding a soft ostrich-feather fan.

A sophisticated turn-of-the-century interior scene capturing a quiet moment of scholarly reflection.

A contemplative 19th-century portrait of a young engraver in his workspace.

An evocative masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age, featuring Vermeer's signature use of light and color.