Art for the Library

This 1862 genre painting by Jean Baptiste Madou captures a charming and complex moment of social interaction in a rustic interior.

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

An exquisite 19th-century watercolor capturing the architectural splendor and art-filled walls of the Gothic Hall in The Hague.

This 18th-century architectural painting captures the grand scale and intricate ornamentation of a Baroque cathedral interior.

An atmospheric study of light and Moorish architecture within the historic Alhambra palace.

An elegant 18th-century French portrait of a writer at his desk, characterized by luminous lighting and warm, classic tones.

A dignified and characterful oil portrait of a distinguished gentleman in a classic grey suit.

An intricate 17th-century architectural masterpiece capturing the grand perspective of a Gothic cathedral nave.

A rich and symbolic Dutch Golden Age interior exploring themes of beauty, time, and mortality.

An evocative 17th-century masterwork capturing a musician in profile, rendered with dramatic light and rich, earthy textures.

An evocative 18th-century group portrait capturing British travelers amidst the iconic classical ruins of Rome.