Art for the Library

A dignified World War I naval portrait by Ambrose McEvoy, capturing the resolute character of a Victoria Cross recipient.

A characterful 18th-century theatrical portrait showcasing intricate costume details and a spirited expression.

An intriguing 18th-century portrait featuring a bold blue silk dress and delicate floral accents.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait capturing a moment of artistic contemplation.

An intimate 1903 oil portrait by Magnus Enckell capturing the quiet focus of a scholar at his workspace.

An elegant scholarly portrait of the famed French agronomist Antoine Parmentier, surrounded by symbols of his scientific contributions.

An intimate and dignified self-portrait by the celebrated American artist Charles Willson Peale.

A sophisticated mid-19th century portrait capturing refined elegance and rich textile textures.

This masterful trompe-l'oeil painting creates a striking illusion of three-dimensional objects suspended against a deep, dark backdrop.

A striking mid-18th-century self-portrait featuring the artist in vibrant Turkish dress with a masterfully rendered beard.

This elegant 18th-century portrait captures a young Mozart in a regal lavender court suit beside his instrument.