Art for the Library

A distinguished 19th-century portrait of the artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in his studio.

A refined 19th-century oil study documenting the intricate details of traditional Frisian folk costume.

A poignant and masterful Academic painting capturing a moment of quiet devotion in a vast desert landscape.

A dramatic and contemplative scene of Pope Paul III engaged in study within a richly textured, historic interior.

An elegant 1860 oil portrait of a woman in refined period dress, showcasing exceptional detail in lace and textile.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in refined lace and jewelry, exuding mid-century sophistication.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a provost in white robes against a luminous gold background.

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.

A soulful mid-19th-century portrait of an Italian fisherman mending his nets on a sunlit balcony overlooking the sea.

A dramatic 19th-century oil painting depicting a lively intellectual gathering in a moody, candlelit interior.

An intimate and masterful self-portrait of the renowned Impressionist Camille Pissarro in his studio.