Articles & Databases
The Library subscribes to databases that contain articles and reseach materials that would not otherwise be available to local Internet users. All databases may be accessed inside the Library; most may be accessed from home using your library card and PIN. Please see notes for each database.

Antiques Database (In-Library use only)
Antiques Database (Access from home or work; Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
The p4A Antiques Reference features photos and pricing information drawn from fifty leading regional auction houses.

Arts & Humanities Through the Eras
(In-Library use only)
Arts & Humanities Through the Eras
(Access from home or work; Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
Profiles milestones and movements in the arts, literature, music, and religion from by period. Search by keyword.

AskArt
(In-Library use only)
Biographical information, auction prices, and sample images for over 34,000 American artists.

Biography Resource Center (In-Library use only)
Biography Resource Center (Access from home or work; Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
(Remote access for Belvedere & Tiburon residents only. Requires library card & PIN.)
Comprehensive database of biographical information, including biographies of artists from such sources as Contemporary Artists. Maintained by the Gale Group.

Web Sites
The following resources are available to anyone with access to the Internet. If some cases, you may need to create a free account for full access.

Artcyclopedia
A comprehensive index of every museum-quality artist represented at hundreds of museum sites, image archives, and other online resources. Information about the artist, the works on display, with images of the works.

Curioscape
Largest exclusive antiques, art, collectibles and specialty online directory, with over 15,000 independently owned online shops available.

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Searchable 82,000 image database includes information on the artists and the works.

Google Image Search
A great tool for finding images on the Internet, including photos of paintings, sculptures, and antiques.

Kovels' Online
Antiques and collectibles price guide. Includes information on prices and marks, tips about fakes, and FAQs for collectors.

More Art Web Links
The Library's collection of links to art and architecture resources on the Web.

More Antiques Web Links
The Library's collection of links to antiques and collectibles resources on the Web.