Art for the Library

A striking late-19th-century pastel portrait of a writer, capturing a contemplative yet direct gaze.

A romantic 19th-century watercolor of ruined castle towers rising above a dense, wooded landscape.

An expressive 1904 pastel portrait by Stanisław Wyspiański, featuring a striking palette of deep blue and sun-lit yellow.

This expressive pastel portrait by Stanisław Wyspiański captures the intense gaze of Polish composer Henryk Opieński amidst symbolic musical motifs.

An expressive 19th-century portrait of a Norwegian farmer, rendered with rich texture and warm, earthy tones.

A refined charcoal and watercolor portrait study capturing a sense of intellectual focus and character.

An atmospheric 19th-century portrait study featuring a striking subject and masterful use of light.

An atmospheric 1904 drawing by Marius Bauer depicting Turkish forces positioned outside the historic walls of Jerusalem.

An evocative Symbolist self-portrait exploring identity and introspection through deep shadows and high contrast.

A meticulously detailed WWI watercolor study of a camouflaged artillery position in Agny, France.

A characterful pastel portrait by Edgar Degas capturing a gentleman in a classic opera hat.