Art for the Study

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

An intimate 18th-century domestic scene captured with masterly light and shadow.

A masterful Dutch Golden Age still life capturing the lush textures of seafood, ripe fruit, and fine glassware.

An elegant 18th-century double portrait set against a lush landscape, showcasing the masterful lighting of Joseph Wright of Derby.

A masterful 18th-century still life capturing the warm textures of bread, cheese, and glassware in a dramatic, high-contrast style.

A masterfully detailed 18th-century French still life showcasing a rich larder of game, fruit, and copper kitchenware.

An elegant late 18th-century portrait of French archaeologist Alexandre Lenoir, captured with a striking yellow cravat.

A masterfully rendered 18th-century still life capturing the rich textures of fruit, metal, and glass in a warm, atmospheric light.

A sophisticated 18th-century portrait of the artist Andries Lens in his studio, surrounded by the tools of his trade.

This spirited 18th-century portrait by Jean-Honoré Fragonard captures astronomer Jérôme de La Lande with a warm, intellectual energy and masterfully fluid brushwork.

A classic 18th-century British sporting scene capturing the refined atmosphere of a countryside hunt.

This 18th-century Dutch painting captures a contemplative moment of a scholar surrounded by the tools of his trade.