Art for the Office

A masterfully detailed late 19th-century still life of scholarly objects and musical instruments.

A dignified nineteenth-century portrait of a scholar surrounded by the objects of his study.

A sophisticated Post-Impressionist portrait of art critic Théodore Duret in his study, featuring rich textures and a bold, warm palette.

A masterful 19th-century trompe l'oeil still life capturing the humble contents of a scholar's niche.

A masterfully lit historical scene capturing King Christian II in quiet, dignified isolation within his prison cell.

This 19th-century portrait by Ary Scheffer captures the intellectual intensity of John Calvin in a warm, scholarly atmosphere.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a young naval cadet by Edgar Degas, featuring rich tonal contrasts.

A masterful 19th-century oil study of a bishop in profile, capturing refined character and historical texture.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of the French philosopher Jean Le Rond d'Alembert at his study desk.

A refined pair of oil studies depicting classical male heads with masterful brushwork and a sophisticated, tonal palette.