Art for the Study

A sophisticated early 20th-century portrait of American novelist Newton Booth Tarkington, captured with fluid, painterly elegance.

A whimsical and satirical 17th-century Dutch painting featuring two owls in human clothing ice skating.

A masterfully executed 19th-century trompe l'oeil painting featuring a curated collection of everyday objects tucked behind leather straps.

A meticulously detailed 17th-century study of two red-footed tortoises engaged in a subtle confrontation.

A striking Synthetic Cubist exploration of form and texture centered on a classic Spanish liqueur bottle.

A masterful study of light and texture, this 1906 still life by William Merritt Chase captures the glint of scales and ceramic against a rich, dark background.

An atmospheric and textured still life featuring elegant chinoiserie elements in a moody, rich palette.

An enchanting 19th-century American folk art landscape with bold patterns and a dreamlike atmosphere.

A captivating 19th-century genre painting of a traditional Breton woodcarver at work.