Art for the Study

This 1829 portrait by John Neagle depicts the American architect William Strickland with a dignified expression and tools of his trade.

A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a naval officer and scientist, featuring intricate maritime and cartographic details.

A rich and narrative 17th-century Dutch double portrait featuring siblings in an atmospheric landscape setting.

A striking 19th-century portrait featuring a gentleman in a tilted hat and a brilliant blue bowtie.

A contemplative and atmospheric portrait of a painter at rest, rendered with luminous brushwork.

A commanding 19th-century masterpiece featuring a dignified figure in flowing white robes set against the intricate architecture of the Alhambra.

An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in a rich black dress with delicate lace details.

An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring a dignified gentleman set against a moody twilight landscape.

A powerful and character-filled portrait of a weathered fisherman, capturing a lifetime of experience in bold, expressive brushstrokes.

A dignified late 19th-century portrait featuring a striking red bow tie and expressive, painterly brushwork.

A striking 19th-century self-portrait featuring a contemplative gaze and masterful use of light and shadow.

An evocative 19th-century portrait capturing a serious subject in striking, high-contrast light.