Art for the Study

A masterful 18th-century still life celebrating the creative arts through a rich arrangement of sculptor's busts, painter's palettes, and architectural drafts.

A distinguished Enlightenment-era portrait of the novelist Tobias Smollett in his study.

A luminous 18th-century portrait of a woman cradling a vibrant floral arrangement.

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a gentleman set against a moody maritime background.

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

A commanding 18th-century self-portrait featuring rich crimson tones and a dignified, scholarly atmosphere.

This evocative architectural study captures the majestic scale and intricate detail of an Indian mausoleum set against an atmospheric sky.

An elegant 18th-century self-portrait of an artist in his studio, characterized by dramatic lighting and rich textures.

An elegant 18th-century Venetian portrait capturing the dignity and opulence of the Republic's highest office.

An intimate and scholarly 18th-century portrait of writer Joseph Baretti engrossed in study.

An evocative 18th-century scene capturing the dramatic crumbling architecture and soaring light of the ruined Church of the Holy Innocents.