Visit to a library 

"Visit to a Library" depicts a scene of social interaction in a Venetian library. The painting, by Pietro Longhi (1701-1785), known for his genre paintings of Venetian life, captures a moment of intrigue and perhaps even a little mischief. A young couple, a woman in a lavish gown and a man in a grey coat, engage in a hushed conversation, their attention completely on one another. They are oblivious to an older man who sits engrossed in a book nearby, likely unaware of the flirtatious exchange taking place. Longhi's work is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, especially in clothing, and the depiction of everyday events and social interactions, making it a valuable record of Venetian life in the 18th century.