Art for the Study

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.

A masterpiece of light and shadow, this 17th-century still life showcases a vibrant lobster and luxurious ornamental objects with stunning realism.

A richly detailed 19th-century genre painting capturing a lively banquet in a dramatic, atmospheric interior.

A striking late 19th-century still life featuring a vivid blue vase and textured mushrooms set against a dramatic, dark background.

A contemplative late 19th-century portrait featuring a man in a moody, atmospheric study.

A sophisticated Neo-Impressionist scene capturing an intimate literary gathering in a turn-of-the-century study.

An evocative 17th-century scene of an army maneuvering through the towering remnants of ancient Rome.

A dramatic and highly detailed 19th-century history painting depicting a scholarly reading in a formal interior.

An evocative 18th-century architectural study of a Gothic church interior in Antwerp, rich with atmospheric light and shadow.