Bohemian Paintings
BOHEMIAN STYLE
Defying design conventions and embracing all tastes, Bohemian style, or Boho style, is eclectic, bold and, above all, individual. Vintage Bohemian-style furniture and decor feature bright colors, natural materials and a global spirit, ranging from statement pieces such as peacock chairs constructed with wicker and handmade art-glass vases to jewel-toned plush seating like turquoise sofas.
Although Bohemian furniture is not rooted in a specific time and can include Victorian lamps alongside Space Age chairs, its name dates back to the 19th century. Its exact origins are unclear, with some sources linking it to a counterculture formed in the wake of the French Revolution and others to a pejorative for the Romani people in France who were erroneously believed to be from Bohemia, which was part of what is now the Czech Republic.
By the 1850s, “bohemian” was used to describe someone who led an itinerant life, usually an artist, actor or author. This helped shift the term from disparaging to something romantic and evoking creativity, culture and travel. In the 20th century, to be a bohemian was fashionable, and the celebration of free expression in the 1960s gave the Bohemian style a hippie flair. It has remained popular over the years, especially with younger generations seeking to express their personality and individual perspective through furniture, folk art, antiques and other collectibles.
A Bohemian interior exuberantly mixes textures and patterns, particularly through textiles from around the world in tapestries, rugs and upholstery. Bohemian decor can include Japanese shibori, Indonesian ikat and Kazakhstani suzani prints mingling with Moroccan lanterns, Turkish carpets and wall hangings from India. Saturated earthy colors like burnt orange and marigold yellow are common to bring together the mix of vintage, modern and global design.
Find a collection of vintage Bohemian tables, mirrors, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Bohemian
Arabesque Vintage Painting by Alan Healey 1980s Exotic Boho Chic
Located in London, GB
This vintage arabesque painting, signed by Alan Healey and painted in the early 1980s, depicts two North African men pulling their boat in from the sea for fishing. On the backdrop is a large building, possibly a hotel, with striped umbrellas...
Category
1980s British Vintage Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Original Italian Oil Painting of an Artists Studio, Rome 1960
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Italian Wall Painting of an Artists Studio, Signed and dated, J. Annus Rome 1960.
The painting depicts an artists studio with an easel in the evening set in Rome. Painting i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Outsider Painting of Abstract Faces by Peter L. Sword
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Outsider abstract oil painting on board signed Peter L. Sword (1939-2018). Peter was a longtime resident of San Francisco where we purchased this painting. We see online that he live...
Category
1970s American Vintage Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Peter Keil Abstract Portraits, A Pair
By Peter Keil
Located in Bradenton, FL
This pair of bold modernist paintings were painted by German / American artist Peter Robert Keil (b. 1942). Keil was born in Züllichau / Pomerania and studied at the University of the Arts, Berlin. His first mentor was painter Otto Nagel. He admired the works of the Expressionists, Picasso in particular, whom he later met in Spain. He was also influenced by Juan Miro...
Category
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Tall Portrait Nude and Botanical Motif Painting of a Woman in Pink, Clair Seglem
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous nude painting of a woman in pink. This piece features a woman in the buff, lounging upon a blue chair. She has dark hair which falls just below her shoulders. The background is pretty bright pink. A tall yellow vase...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Enchanting Ernest Henry Pohl Painting
By Ernest Henry Pohl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enchanting Ernest Henry Pohl painting: "Jackson's Lake, North End, in Grand Tetons," signed and dated, oil on canvas.
Without the frame 40" x 30".
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Large Peter Keil Modern Abstract Expressionist Oil Paintings, a Pair
By Peter Keil
Located in Bradenton, FL
Peter Keil is a German artist that focuses primarily on abstract expressionism. Keil painted with some of the greats including Joan Miró, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso, to name a few...
Category
Late 20th Century Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Large Textured Mahāyāna Buddha Painting
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This outstanding large Buddha painting stands at six and a half feet tall! The face of Buddha is rendered in rich brown and umber tones, giving a...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Two Acrylic Paintings on Board of a Cabaret Dancer and Poker Player
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Two striking acrylic paintings on board, one of a cabaret or can-can dancer on a stage and one of a gentleman seated at a card table and both with painted theatrical frames by the no...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Original Clair Seglem Portrait Painting of a Woman in Repose
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A wonderful bohemian portrait painting of a woman in repose, by Oklahoma artist Clair Seglem. The subject in the painting is of a woman with ravishing yel...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paper, Paint
The Debutante by Clair Seglem Green Portrait Painting of a Nude Woman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall portrait painting of a woman in the nude. She sits as the focus of the painting on a light lime green background. Her short dark hair frames her face and is parted to one side...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Small Woodland Creature Painting in Green, Red and Brown
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This small painting will be a unique detail to any space. Painted on a woven fabric, it depicts a small rabbit swathed in greenery and red flowers. This piece comes unframed.
Dim...
Category
2010s American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Fabric, Paint
Original Tall Portrait Painting of a Blonde Woman on Green, 1990s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall portrait painting by the late Oklahoma artist Clair Seglem. The subject of this piece is the bust of a woman with blonde hair on a dark green back...
Category
1990s American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Clair Seglem Original Portrait Painting of a Nude Woman in Purple
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Original portrait painting of a nude woman in robe. This lovely piece of art is tall and captures a woman in an open purple gown. She has messy blonde hair that reaches her shoulders...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Clair Seglem Tall Nude Portrait Painting of a Woman in Repose
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall nude portrait painting by artist Clair Seglem. Painted on board, this piece depicts a woman in the nude. She wears a dark open sheer blouse with red...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint, Paper
Authentic Clair Seglem Tall Portrait Painting of a Woman on Blue
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall portrait painting of a woman with a flower in her hair. This piece was painted by the late Oklahoma artist Clair Seglem and is well known for his ...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Large Scale Floral Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas of Flowers in Vase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Large Fine Art painting of floral still life on canvas. This gorgeous piece is a statement piece. Its large scale will make anyone swoon when entering a room. The piece depicts a vas...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Tall Portrait Painting of a Woman in a Hat at Sunset, Clair Seglem
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall portrait painting of a woman in a hat at sunset. This piece is composed of a variety of sunset colors such as oranges, creams, browns, and blush. ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Nude Portrait Painting of a Woman in Red and Blue
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful portrait painting of a woman in the buff. She sits in repose against a blue background and red floor. A blue shirt is draped across her legs. She has short dark hair, and...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Original Clair Seglem Pink Portrait Painting of a Woman in Suit
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
One of our most favorite finds to date, this striking portrait painting will make a lively accent to any art collector. Painted on board, the subject of the painting sits confidently in a chair. She wears a gray suit and hat, and has long blonde hair. The entire piece is on a bright pink background. (Is it just us, or does this piece remind you of the blonde version of Carmen Sandiego...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Double Still Life Painting of Horse and Tabletop With Vase and Fruit
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Two still life paintings by Oklahoma artist Clair Seglem. This piece is a two for one. The artist used one piece of paper to paint two very different scenes. On the left, Seglem pain...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Tall Portrait Painting of a Nude Blonde Woman in Orange and Brown 12” x 18”
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A provocative nude portrait painting of a blonde woman. Painted by the late artist Clair Seglem, this piece is an excellent example of the artist's t...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Pink Double Portrait Painting of a Girl and Woman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An original portrait painting by artist Clair Seglem. This piece is interesting in that it features two subjects, one on top and one on bottom. The subject in the first painting on t...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Hot Pink Portrait Painting of a Woman, 1970s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A hot pink portrait painting of a woman by Clair Seglem. Found in the late artist’s studio, this piece is thought to have been painted by Seglem in the 1970s. The subject of the painting is a woman wearing a large floppy oversize hat...
Category
1970s American Vintage Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Portrait Painting of a Man in a Fedora on Pink, by Clair Seglem
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall bohemian portrait painting of a man in a fedora. A dark bearded man with rosy flushed checks is captured front and centre in this painting. He wears a white fedora with a blac...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Signed Bohemian Landscape Portrait Painting of a Hippie Woman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A bohemian profile portrait painting by the late Oklahoma artist Clair Seglem. Ready for framing, this piece depicts a woman in a blue-green off the sh...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Tall Contemporary Floral Still Life Painting by Clair Seglem
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall floral still life painting by Oklahoma artist Clair Segelm. The subject of this piece is an emerald green vase that sits atop a light blue tablecloth. Tall purple flowers tower over the vase, and two clementines or oranges rest at its side. The background is geometric in blue and yellow.
About the artist:
This piece is by the late Oklahoma artist and retired Air Force man Clair Seglem...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Tall Vintage Contemporary Portrait Painting of a Man in Bright Green
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall portrait painting of a boy on green. Painted by the late Oklahoma artist Clair Seglem, this small portrait painting is on board and dep...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint, Paper
Tall Dark Blue Portrait Painting of a Nude Woman Signed 1993
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall portrait painting of a nude woman by the late artist Clair Seglem. This piece has been created on thick paper and is ready for framing. The subject of this piece is a woman in...
Category
1990s American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
19th Century German Watercolor/Gouache of Monkeys in a Tavern, circa 1845
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century German watercolor/gouache of monkeys in a tavern, circa 1845. Unsigned but dated 1845. In the old oak frame with the original glass and...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Framed Oil on Canvas Floral Orchid Painting on Pink Background by Elaine Park
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Framed painting of a grouping of orchids. This piece showcases a bouquet of white orchids with light pink stigma. The bundle rests upon a patch of grass, with long green foliage risi...
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Wood
Mixed Media Silk Screen by Street Artist Elle
By Elle
Located in New York, NY
A mixed-media limited edition work by the well known street artist Elle.
Category
2010s American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Boho Original Oil Painting of Young Man
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A chic portrait of a handsome young man in profile. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Bohemian paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Bohemian paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage paintings created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paint, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Bohemian paintings made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original paintings, popular names associated with this style include Peter Keil, ELLE, Ernest Henry Pohl, and Jonah Kinigstein. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for paintings differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $40 and tops out at $27,294 while the average work can sell for $1,450.
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