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What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
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Self Portrait Artist at his Easel 19th Century French Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Self Portrait
19th Century French School
signed oil on board, unframed
board: 8.25 x 6.75
Category
19th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Beautiful 19th Century French Oil Painting on Panel Portrait Lady in Red
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Lady in a Red Dress
French artist, late 19th century
oil on wooden panel, framed in
Category
Late 19th Century French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Man with Pipe - 19th Century French Impressionist Smoking Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A superb late 19th century French impressionist oil on board portrait of a man with a pipe. Painted
Category
1890s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique French/ Italian Oil Painting Portrait of a Uniformed Brass Musician
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Brass Band Musician
19th Century, French/ Italian School
signed oil on canvas mounted board
Category
19th Century French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century French Signed Oil Painting Portrait of Distinguished Gentleman
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of Gentleman
French School, late 19th century
indistinctly signed and dated
oil on canvas
Category
Late 19th Century French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Very Large 19th Century French Impressionist Oil Painting Portrait Bearded Man
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Bearded Man
French Impressionist artist, late 19th century
oil on canvas, framed
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas