Art for the Office

This 1631 oil study captures the weathered features and contemplative gaze of an elderly man through masterful chiaroscuro.

A dramatic Romantic-era portrait of writer Jean-Georges Farcy, captured with masterful chiaroscuro lighting.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the celebrated poet Alexander Pushkin, rendered in warm, atmospheric tones.

A dignified and atmospheric 17th-century portrait of Robert Boyle, masterfully rendered with dramatic light and shadow.

An elegant 19th-century oil portrait of Count Karol Csáky, rendered with dignified presence and fine painterly detail.

A dignified 19th-century portrait of the renowned landscape painter Thomas Cole.

A dignified 19th-century oil portrait of the French writer Alphonse Karr, showcasing masterful detail and a scholarly presence.

A striking Neoclassical self-portrait by Jacques-Louis David, capturing an intense, direct gaze and masterful play of light.

A refined 19th-century portrait of a contemplative man set against an atmospheric landscape.

A fascinating satirical 17th-century Dutch scene featuring anthropomorphic animals in a bustling office setting.

A classic Dutch Golden Age stable scene by Philips Wouwerman, featuring figures and horses in a rich, atmospheric interior.

A dignified 1836 oil portrait of a military officer by noted Danish painter Johan Lundbye.