Art for the Library

An authoritative 17th-century portrait of King Charles I, showcasing the detailed regalia and fashion of the Stuart court.

An evocative 18th-century scene capturing the dramatic crumbling architecture and soaring light of the ruined Church of the Holy Innocents.

An imposing 17th-century portrait featuring rich crimson robes and masterful chiaroscuro lighting.

A dramatic Baroque scene of the Magi offering gifts to the holy family, rendered in a masterful play of light and shadow.

A charismatic 18th-century portrait of the actor Saint-Ange, capturing a moment of theatrical elegance.

A dramatic 18th-century naval battle scene capturing the intensity of a historic high-seas encounter.

A masterfully lit genre scene capturing a moment of craftsmanship and exchange in a traditional bladesmith's workshop.

A dramatic 19th-century view of the majestic Roman ruins of Baalbek, captured in brilliant golden light by David Roberts.

A dramatic Dutch Golden Age seascape capturing the raw power of the ocean during a storm.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, rendered in rich tones of crimson and gold.

A dramatic 18th-century Neapolitan oil painting featuring a huddled figure rendered in striking chiaroscuro.