Art for the Library

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a gentleman, capturing a sense of quiet authority and scholarly character.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a man with a striking beard, captured with dignified poise.

A striking 19th-century portrait featuring bold brushwork and a rich, atmospheric palette.

An intimate and characterful 18th-century portrait of the Scottish philosopher David Hume by Allan Ramsay.

A refined mid-19th-century self-portrait of Ferdinand de Braekeleer in his studio, captured with remarkable detail and professional dignity.

A masterly and dignified 1917 portrait of Major-General H.M. Trenchard by Sir William Orpen.

A striking scene of Italian craftsmanship, masterfully utilizing dramatic light and deep shadows to create a sense of focused quietude.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of a young woman wrapped in a dark fur cloak, rendered with masterful light and shadow.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait capturing the artist with refined composure and deep tonal richness.

A dignified and luminous oil portrait of the celebrated French animalier Rosa Bonheur in her studio.

A masterful 17th-century trompe l'oeil featuring ornate hunting regalia against a rustic wooden backdrop.

A soulful character study capturing the weathered features of an elderly woman with masterful, expressive brushwork.