Art for the Library

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring a woman in traditional formal attire with a striking white ruff.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of a young woman wrapped in a dark fur cloak, rendered with masterful light and shadow.

A dignified 19th-century self-portrait capturing the artist with refined composure and deep tonal richness.

A masterful Dutch Golden Age portrait capturing a gentleman's likeness with the characteristically fluid brushwork of Frans Hals.

A dignified and luminous oil portrait of the celebrated French animalier Rosa Bonheur in her studio.

A soulful character study capturing the weathered features of an elderly woman with masterful, expressive brushwork.

A regal and charming portrait of favorite pets by the preeminent Victorian animal painter, Sir Edwin Landseer.

This 1829 portrait by John Neagle depicts the American architect William Strickland with a dignified expression and tools of his trade.

A poignant 1887 narrative painting by Albert Bettannier depicting a solemn geography lesson in a late 19th-century French classroom.

A sophisticated turn-of-the-century portrait study capturing a moment of relaxed dignity in cool, muted tones.

An intriguing 17th-century trompe-l'oeil masterpiece depicting personal effects tucked behind leather straps.

A warm and scholarly portrait of a young man accompanied by a flourishing geranium.