In this book, Richard Verdi presents over 100 of the finest works in the collection, all of which are illustrated in full color. These date from antiquity to the mid-20th century and include masterpieces by many of the greatest names in the history of art, including Bellini, Rubens, Rembrandt and all the major Impressionist painters.Each work is presented chronologically and described by means of an extended caption, which places it within a wider art historical context. In their range and quality, these works comprise the most representative collection of Western art assembled in Britain today.