Art for the Library

This dramatic 18th-century genre scene by Gaspare Traversi captures a moment of intense social interaction with masterfully rendered expressions and bold chiaroscuro.

A spirited equestrian portrait of a military officer on a white horse, captured with Alfred Munnings' signature expressive brushwork.

A charming and highly detailed 19th-century genre painting capturing a lively moment in a traditional coppersmith’s workshop.

A striking late 19th-century self-portrait featuring dramatic chiaroscuro and theatrical historical costume.

A dramatic 17th-century still life showcasing a lavishly patterned carpet and gleaming silver against an atmospheric dark backdrop.

A powerful and evocative 19th-century winter scene depicting a moment of clandestine arrival on the Underground Railroad.

A dramatic biblical scene by Pieter Lastman, capturing the miraculous moment of Lazarus's resurrection with striking light and shadow.

An evocative study of nature's power, this 19th-century landscape captures the wind-swept drama of an approaching storm in deep, tonal hues.

A captivating 17th-century genre scene illuminated by the warm, dramatic glow of a single candle.