This database searches 600 reference books to help you get started with your research.
Once you find a book in the GIL Find catalog, use the Call number and the Location information to find the book on the shelf. Call numbers are read alphabetically and then nurmerically.
The short video below walks you through the process!
The Lane Library uses the Library of Congress classification system to assign call numbers to books so that you can find them on the shelves. If you'd like to browse the shelves, you can find the art books under these broad categories, both in the Reference Collection, 1st floor and in the Main Stacks, 2nd floor:
N Visual arts | NE Print media |
NA Architecture | NK Decorative arts |
NB Sculpture | NX Arts in general |
NC Drawing. Design. Illustration | TP Chemical technology (includes some ceramics/pottery) |
ND Painting | TT Handicrafts. Arts and Craft |
The call number range for Baroque and Rococo goes from around N6400 to N6900.