Nicolas Dreux Art

Stable Companions by Alfred H. Wise (British early 20th century) signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 24 x 28 inches canvas: 20 x 24 inches provenance: private collection, England co...

Gerard ter Borch (II) (1617-1681), copy after, around 1700 'Boy Fleaing a Dog' Oil on canvas Professionally restored (cleaned and relined) In modern frame in 17th century style Dimensions excl. frame: 33 x 27,5 cm. Dimensions incl. frame: approx. 50 x 45,5 cm. Depcited is a boy busy fleaing a dog. The boy sits on a chair with the dog on his lap. On a table on the right there is a book and a pen. On a wooden bench lies the boy's hat. What is unique about this painting by Ter Borch, is the relationship that is depicted between human and animal. Mostly animals like dogs where depicted as an attribute in paintings in the 17th century, and sometimes used to symbolize certain character traits. This boy is lovingly caring for his dog, which he is giving his full attention. Another interesting detail is that Ter Borch's brother Moses, was probably the model for this painting. Ter borch often used family members as models for his paintings. Moses was also a very talented painter and draughtsman. Several copies of this work by Ter Borch are known. One of these copies is in the collection of the Dutch Rijksmuseum (Image included in the image gallery (last image)). The original painting is in the collection of the Alte Pinakothek museum in Munich, Germany. Gerard ter Borch, also known as Gerard Terburg, was a Dutch genre painter who lived in the Dutch Golden Age. He influenced fellow Dutch painters Gabriel Metsu...

Peaceful depiction of a cat on a sofa by Pacific Northwest artist Marion Raney Oman (American, 20th Century). A second canvas has been staple...

In this oil painting, I captured the ephemeral moment of release and liberation. It's a dance between reality and interpretation, where feathered grace meets the human desire for fre...

In this oil painting, I poured my soul into capturing the intimate moment between these majestic beings. The language of their gentle nuzzle transcends words, speaking to the univers...

"Made to Love" by Nathan Neven is an exquisite portrayal of maternal affection, showcasing a mama elephant and her baby in a vibrant interior setting, complemented by enchanting spir...

In this oil painting, I've captured an intimate dance of grace and elegance. The natural fluidity of movement and the tender connection between these creatures embody harmony and ser...

Confrontation Van Den Eycken Charles Brussels 1859 – 1923 Belgian Painter Signature: Signed bottom right Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: Image size 28 x 21,50 cm, frame size 36 x 30 cm Biography: Van Den Eycken Charles (alias Charles Duchene) was born in Brussels in 1859. He was an animal painter, mainly dogs and cats and interiors. He was the son of Charles Van Den Eycken...

Antique Dog Painting "Collies in Horse Stable with Saddle and Blanket" Auguste Vimar (French 1851-1916) Circa 1900 21 x 17 1/2 (29 x 25 1/2 frame) inches An excellent depiction of collies in the barn awaiting their master. The color and textures are very evocative of an actual stable right down to the hay scattered about. With its original frame, this is quite the statement piece. Auguste Vimar was a French painter, sculptor, designer and illustrator though he is best known for his talents as an illustrator. He illustrated great classics like La Fontaine's Fables or books by his friends, such as L'Arche de Noé by Paul Guigou...

A French oil on canvas study of a fish, a dorade, by French artist Marie Boucher. The painting is signed bottom right and signed titled and dated to the rear of the canvas. A charmi...

Late 20th century oil on canvas of an interior scene with cats and fish by French artist Maurice Delavier, signed and dated (November '82) to the bottom r...

Louis Recchia's (US based) "Urban Zoo" is an oil painting that depicts a lama, giraffes, and a whale in a surreal urban environment Louis Recchia has been producing contemporary ar...