Art for the Study

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

A masterfully rendered architectural fantasy by Canaletto, featuring grand classical ruins under a luminous sky.

This masterful Venetian capriccio captures the Enlightenment spirit of architectural study set against a dramatic backdrop of classical ruins.

A masterly and dignified 1917 portrait of Major-General H.M. Trenchard by Sir William Orpen.

This evocative 1814 scene captures the weathered grandeur of Rome's Forum of Nerva through the meticulous lens of Danish master C.W. Eckersberg.

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

An atmospheric 18th-century architectural caprice depicting iconic Roman ruins under a luminous sky.

A stunning 17th-century naturalist study featuring vibrant butterflies, intricate shells, and delicate flora.

An exquisite 18th-century French courier timetable adorned with heraldry, cherubs, and vibrant floral motifs.

Winslow Homer’s iconic Civil War scene captures a poignant moment of confrontation between a Union officer and Confederate prisoners.

A luminous 18th-century portrait of Saint Gertrude by renowned Mexican painter Miguel Cabrera.