Art for the Library

A stirring and atmospheric depiction of the 1789 fire at the San Marcuola oil warehouses by Venetian master Francesco Guardi.

An evocative character study of a bearded man, captured in a moody, low-light realist style.

A dramatic 19th-century landscape capturing the majestic power and atmospheric beauty of a Yosemite waterfall.

A sophisticated 17th-century scene of an elegant couple encountering shepherds in a moody, atmospheric landscape.

This evocative 1882 genre scene by Max Liebermann captures the focused atmosphere of a traditional weaving workshop.

A striking 19th-century portrait of a medieval architect rendered in rich tones against a shimmering gold ground.

An elegant Gilded Age portrait by John Singer Sargent, capturing Mrs. Ernest Hills in a striking black gown with intricate lace detail.

A captivating Dutch Golden Age genre scene depicting a physician's visit, rich with narrative detail and atmospheric light.

A characterful 19th-century portrait of a man in a top hat, rendered with expressive, earthy brushwork.

A contemplative 19th-century portrait of a medieval scholar set against a luminous gold background.

A stately and dignified turn-of-the-century portrait of William McKinley.

A striking satirical etching by Paul Klee featuring a multi-faceted figure in a theatrical mask.