Widener Collection

Widener Library at Harvard University, USA
Widener Library at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Date: 1915

Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight, 1835. Artist: JMW Turner
Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight, 1835. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Wivenhoe Park, Essex, 1816. Artist: John Constable
Wivenhoe Park, Essex, 1816. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

The Small Cowper Madonna, 1505. Artist: Raphael
The Small Cowper Madonna, 1505. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

Peter A. B. Widener, 1902. Creator: John Singer Sargent
Peter A. B. Widener, 1902

Portrait Bust of Aretino in Collection of Mr PAB Widener, Philadelphia, 1908. Creator: Unknown
Portrait Bust of Aretino in the Collection of Mr P. A. B. Widener, Philadelphia, 1908. Venetian Renaissance bronze bust of Italian playwright Aretino with notes on sale indicating provenance to time

Horsemen and Herdsmen with Cattle, 1655-1660. Artist: Aelbert Cuyp
Horsemen and Herdsmen with Cattle, 1655-1660. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Young Girl with a Flute, c1665-1675. Artist: Jan Vermeer
Young Girl with a Flute, c1665-1675. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Woman Holding a Balance, c1664. Artist: Jan Vermeer
Woman Holding a Balance, c1664. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

The Mill, 1645-1648. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
The Mill, 1645-1648. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

Marchesa Elena Grimaldi, Wife of Marchese Nicola Cattaneo, c1623. Artist: Anthony van Dyck
Marchesa Elena Grimaldi, Wife of Marchese Nicola Cattaneo, c1623. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Two Women at a Window, 1655-1660. Artist: Bartolome Esteban Murillo
Two Women at a Window, 1655-1660. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

Madonna and Child with Saint Martina and Saint Agnes, 1597-1599. Artist: El Greco
Madonna and Child with Saint Martina and Saint Agnes, 1597-1599. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Venus and Adonis, 1560. Artist: Titian
Venus and Adonis, 1560. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1495-1500. Artist: Andrea Mantegna
Judith with the Head of Holofernes, 1495-1500. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Youthful David, c1450. Artist: Andrea del Castagno
The Youthful David, c1450. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

The Feast of the Gods, 1514-1529. Artist: Giovanni Bellini
The Feast of the Gods, 1514-1529. The painting is part of the Widener Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

The Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library. Harvard Univeristy. Designed by Horace Trumbauer & Associates. Boston. Massachusetts. United States

Widener Library, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass, USA
The Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library, College Yard, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass, USA. Date: circa 1925

PETER A. BROWN WIDENER (1834-1915). American businessman

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"Widener: A Tapestry of Art, History, and Legacy" Step into the grandeur Library at Harvard University in the USA, a beacon of knowledge and learning since its establishment. With towering shelves filled with countless volumes, it is a sanctuary for scholars seeking enlightenment. Transport yourself to Wivenhoe Park in Essex through John Constable's masterpiece from 1816. The serene landscape captures nature's beauty with meticulous brushstrokes, inviting us to immerse ourselves in its tranquility. Marvel at Raphael's "The Small Cowper Madonna" from 1505, where divine grace emanates from the canvas. This iconic artwork showcases the artist's mastery in capturing tender moments that transcend time. The Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library stands as a testament to one man's passion for education and literature. Named after Peter A. B. Widener, this architectural gem houses invaluable collections that inspire generations of students. John Singer Sargent immortalizes Peter A. B. Widener himself in his striking portrait from 1902. Through skillful strokes and vivid colors, he brings forth the essence of this influential figure who left an indelible mark on society. Discover Mr PAB Widener’s collection featuring the enigmatic Portrait Bust of Aretino by an unknown artist dating back to 1908 – a captivating piece that reflects both mystery and intrigue within its delicate features. Witness history unfold through "The Awful News at Lloyd’s, " depicting portraits of those aboard Titanic during its ill-fated voyage. This poignant artwork serves as a reminder of human resilience amidst tragedy. JMW Turner's "Keelmen Heaving in Coals by Moonlight" transports us to an era when laborers worked tirelessly under moonlit skies - their silhouettes etched against a backdrop illuminated by coal fires - showcasing Turner’s ability to capture raw emotion on canvas.