Art for the Library

A dignified 19th-century painting depicting the famed cartographers Mercator and Ortelius engaged in intellectual study.

This refined 18th-century portrait captures Queen Sofia Magdalena of Sweden in a moment of regal grace, detailed with exquisite lace and shimmering textiles.

An atmospheric architectural study of the ruined Sorbonne chapel by Hubert Robert, capturing the interplay of light and historical decay.

An atmospheric 19th-century study of two clouded leopards set against a deep, moody background.

An expressive portrait of French actor Émile Dehelly in stage costume, rendered with vibrant, impressionistic brushwork.

A dignified Old World portrait featuring a bearded man with a contemplative expression, captured in deep, moody tones.

An emotionally charged portrait by El Greco, featuring dramatic light and shadow.

A masterfully detailed Dutch genre scene depicting a moment of quiet domesticity bathed in dramatic light.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of Frederick the Great as Crown Prince, showcasing the regal interplay of polished armor and luxurious ermine-lined velvet.

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

A majestic 18th-century view of the Varanasi waterfront featuring the towering minarets of Aurangzeb's Mosque.

An elegant Napoleonic-era portrait of a woman, showcasing masterful lighting and delicate textures.