Art for the Library

A striking 19th-century portrait of a man with an intense, contemplative gaze set against an atmospheric background.

A charming 19th-century American folk art portrait featuring a young boy in a striking green suit accompanied by a small dog.

A spirited 19th-century genre painting capturing a moment of camaraderie between two retired sailors in a detailed rustic interior.

A masterfully executed 19th-century British sporting painting featuring the champion racehorse Elis and his jockey.

This 1844 oil painting by Théodore-Joseph Canneel captures a tender historical moment between Emperor Charles V and Johanna van der Gheynst.

A dramatic 1845 study of the old Saint-Lazare station, capturing the early industrial grandeur of Paris through masterful light and shadow.

This 1840 study by Thorald Læssøe captures the majestic, sun-drenched ruins of the Temple of Venus and Roma in the heart of Rome.

A magnificent Hudson River School landscape featuring a lone traveler amidst the grand autumnal wilderness of New Hampshire's White Mountains.

An elegant 19th-century figure study capturing the intricate textures and character of traditional Ottoman dress.

This elegant portrait by Francisco Goya captures the refined grace of a young Spanish lady draped in delicate lace.

A masterfully executed architectural study showcasing the grand classical perspective of the Greenwich colonnade.