Art for the Library

A luminous and elegant 19th-century portrait featuring a young woman with a harp, captured with masterful detail.

A dignified 19th-century oil portrait of Thomas Francis Kennedy by master painter George Hayter.

An elegant 19th-century self-portrait of artist Louis Meijer, featuring his loyal dog and a seascape in progress.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, rendered in rich tones of crimson and gold.

An evocative 19th-century portrait of a Scotsman in traditional dress, accompanied by his loyal canine companions.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of Hayne Hudjihini, capturing intricate beadwork and a striking warm palette.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a Pawnee leader, distinguished by a magnificent feathered war bonnet and warm, earthy tones.

An elegant 19th-century Dutch portrait featuring a poised woman accompanied by her loyal spaniel in a garden setting.

A striking 19th-century study of a Nubian giraffe and its attendants, captured with meticulous detail and a refined color palette.

A dignified early 19th-century portrait of a captain, characterized by its refined brushwork and classic European style.

An imposing 19th-century portrait of a nobleman in a richly embroidered ceremonial uniform.

A striking 19th-century portrait of the South American revolutionary leader Simón Bolívar in ornate military dress.