Symbolist Art

CARL JOHAN FORSBERG (1868–1938) Sweden THE BACINO DI SAN MARCO, VENICE, 1927 inscribed and dated lower left “VENEZIA XXVII” and signed lower right “CARL JOHAN FORSBERG” unframed 6...

Gerhard Henning (1880–1967) Swedish-Danish Flöjtspelaren (The Flute Player), 1904 signed with monogram and dated lower left charcoal and ink on paper unframed 33 × 24 cm (13 × 9.4...

CARL JOHAN FORSBERG (1868–1938) SWEDEN PALAZZO PRIULI AND THE PONTE DEL DIAVOLO, VENICE, 1927 inscribed, signed and dated along the lower edge “PALAZZO PRIULI. VENEZIA. MAGGIO XXV...

Henri MARTIN Divine Comedy : Dante and Beatrice, 1898 Original lithograph (Champenois workshop) Printed signature in the plate On vellum, 40 x 31 cm (c. 16 x 12 in) INFORMATION: Li...

Etching or eau-forte on archival paper with H.C. in pencil at lower left, indicating a Hors Commerce (Artist's/Publisher's Proof) including pencil signature that appears to read Jean...

The Queen by Diogène Ulysse Napoléon Maillart (French, 1840 – 1926) *see notes below oil painting on canvas, framed canvas: 42 x 30 inches framed: 45 x 33 inches condition: overall v...

This painting will come to you stretched on a wooden stretcher and completely ready to be placed in the interior. ABOUT THE ARTWORK "The 'Garden Guardian' serves as the keeper of our...

Monogrammed "TG", Late 19th Century Symbolist / Pre-Raphaelite Oil Painting A captivating late 19th-century oil painting imbued with imaginative symbolism and strong Pre-Raphaelite ...

Woodcut in black ink on wove paper. Not signed nor numbered. A striking Symbolist Ex Libris created for Gino Sabattini, distinguished by its rich esoteric iconography and expressiv...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower Lithograph from 1960. Edition: 4/100 on Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 32 x 24.5 cm. Hand signed. Publisher: André ...

This large artwork figures a bamboo forest in the night. The artist impasto technique is light, with textured painting and a few small reliefs. This artwork is not framed. Françoi...

"Illustrations of the Book of Job" Engraving "The Fire of God is Fallen From Heaven...And the Lord said unto Satan Behold All that he hath is in thy Power" Engraving, third printing...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Paradise I Original Lithograph from 1960. Dimensions of work: 35 x 26 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Reference: Mourlot 232. On the reverse: another or...

Médecine Expérimentale (Experimental medicine), is an original etching, soft ground, on Japanese paper realized by Félicien Rops in 1854, signed in the ...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Sketch for L'Âne bleu stamped with the signature 'Marc Chagall' (lower right) pastel and charcoal on paper 18 7⁄8 x 24 in. (48 x 61 cm.) Executed in 1954 ...

Per Fischer (1877–1974) Sweden Moonlight Beyond the Kerosene Lamps in the Railway Compartment, 1907 oil on canvas laid on panel painted 1907 unframed: 29.5 × 28 cm (11.6 × 11 in) f...

The artwork measures 22 x 30 inches and is on paper. Signed by the artist in the lower right. Emil Kazaz’s oil paintings are distinguished by their masterful balance between classica...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Adam and Eve Original Lithograph from 1960. Dimensions of work: 35 x 26 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Reference: Mourlot 237. On the reverse: another ...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Le village bleu Lithograph from 1973. The edition of 24/50 on Japanese paper with full margin. Dimensions of work: 56.4 x 43.4 cm. Hand signed. Publis...

Session VI, paper/etching, 63/75, 11x12 cm, 1988

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Le bouquet du peintre (The Painter’s Bouquet) Lithograph from 1967. The edition of 74/75 on Arches paper. Dimensions of work: 75.9 x 57.7 cm. Hand sign...

Maurice Denis, Untitled (Mother and Child), lithograph, 1897, edition not stated. Signed in the stone, lower right. Annotated in linotype 'MAURICE DENIS, ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPHIE PAN III' in the lower left sheet corner. A fine, atmospheric impression, in warm, dark gray ink, on buff wove paper, with full margins (2 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches); a small discoloration in the bottom left sheet corner, otherwise in good condition. Image size 8 5/8 x 6 7/8 inches; sheet size 13 7/8 x 10 5/8 inches. As published in 'Pan', the leading German magazine of the period devoted to art and literature. Matted to museum standards, unframed. Collection: Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Reproduced: German Expressionist Prints...

Ex Libris PF is a woodcut print by Michel Fingesten, realized in 1936. Hand signed, included a white cardboard passpartout (30x24 cm). In excellent conditions: As good as new. Michel Fingesten (1884 - 1943) was a Czech painter and engraver of Jewish origin. He is considered one of the greatest Ex Libris artists in history. From an Austrian weaver father and a Jewish mother...

Ex Libris is a woodcut print created by Michel Fingesten in 1937. Hand Signed on the lower right margin. Good conditions. Michel Fingesten (1884 - 1943) was a Czech painter an...

"Prometheus" is an original Black and white héliogravure on cream-colored cardboard realized by Choisy Le Conin, pseudonym of Franz Von Bayros (Agram, 1866 – Vienna, 1924). From Map...

The Roman Statue by Gabriel Jules-Charles Girodon (French, 1884–1941) *see notes below signed and dated oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 38 x 47 inches canvas: 36 x 44 inches...

Karl Johan Holter (Norway, 1870–1960) Young Man with Beret, 1896 chalk and white heightening on paper, paper mounted on board approx. 58 × 39 cm (unframed) / 22.8 × 15.4 in signed ...

Woodcut on paper. Not signed. A refined Art Deco-inspired Ex Libris created for Gino Sabaittini, characterized by an elegant synthesis of classical mythology and early twentieth-ce...

Marc Chagall (1887–1985) L'Odyssée, Planche XIX Lithograph in colours, 1974, A unique trial proof printed, notably without the central fold, with variant colouration differing from ...

Le Fleur Du Marécage is a lithograph realized after Odilon Redon. It belongs to the suite "Odilon Redon Peintre, Dessinateur et Graveur", published by Henri Fleury in 1923. Good c...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Eve is Condemned by God Original Lithograph from 1960. Dimensions of work: 35 x 26 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris. Reference: Mourlot 236. On the revers...

Symbolist school, follower of Eugene Carriere, "The Mother's Kiss," unsigned oil on canvas, early 20th century. Fascinating and magnetic painting, extremely decorative. The first t...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Then the Angel of the Lorde appeared unto him in a flame of fire, out of the middes of a bush; and he looked, and beholde, the bush was not consumed Origi...

Portrait V paper/etching, 9.8x7.2 cm, 1986

Olive Harvest in Southern Italy on Cold Coastal Morning Italian Riviera Olive Harvesters are bundled up against the cold and dust on a harvest morning, somewhere on the southern It...

Memento Mori is a modern artwork realized by Franz Biedermann (attr.) in 1902. Large-format drawing depicting a skull lying on an open book, in front of a large crucifix...

Signed "Carlos Schwabe" Note: Due to the size, weight, and/or value of this piece, we require shipping through 1stDibs, for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reli...

God and the Four Evangelists ("Fool's Concert") - 1943 Linocut on Paper Leopoldo Méndez (Mexico City, Mexico, 1902–1969) "Fool's Concert" (from the portfolio "25 Prints of Leopoldo ...

Shay Kun, balloon air, oil on canvas, Figurative, symbolist style, landscape, Israeli-american artist, Israeli art, 2012

Marc Chagall (1887–1985, France) Springtime in the Meadow, from Daphnis and Chloe, 1961 Marc Chagall’s Springtime in the Meadow is a vibrant color lithograph from his celebrated Dap...

"The Stair in the Tower" - original large art by Paula Craioveanu Original, large, unique painting, oil on canvas, 31.5x23.6in / 80x60cm. Shipped rolled in a tube. Check 1stDibs code FREESHIP This painting, a study of an elaborate spiral staircase, demonstrates the artist’s skill in merging architectural elegance with a dynamic sense of movement and mystery. The subject itself—a wrought iron spiral staircase—becomes more than a functional object; it transforms into a metaphor for transcendence, curiosity, and the infinite. The staircase is richly ornate, with swirling ironwork patterns and intricate details that capture the eye. The artist emphasizes the craftsmanship, elevating the staircase into a work of art itself. The ornamental designs echo Baroque or Rococo influences, known for their flamboyance and decorative excess. The spiral is inherently dynamic, drawing the viewer’s gaze upward in a continuous loop. This quality imbues the staircase with motion and energy, almost as if it is alive, spiraling into another dimension. The artist employs a dramatic perspective, positioning the viewer at the base of the staircase, looking upward. This composition evokes a sense of aspiration or awe, as if the staircase ascends to an unknown destination. The light filtering through the structure accentuates the curvature and creates a contrast between the solid metal of the staircase and the soft, ephemeral glow of the environment. This interplay of light and shadow enhances the mood, making the staircase seem both tangible and ethereal. The cool metallic grays and silvers of the staircase reflect its materiality, suggesting durability and permanence. At the same time, the reflective surfaces give it a shimmering, almost celestial quality. The background is suffused with warm, earthy tones—yellows, browns, and muted greens—that contrast with the cold metal of the staircase. This contrast creates a sense of tension between the man-made structure and the organic or natural environment surrounding it. Symbolism. Spiral staircases are often symbolic of a journey, both physical and spiritual. They represent the process of ascent, growth, and transformation. This staircase seems to lead into a vortex of light, suggesting a path to enlightenment or transcendence. The spiral is a recurring motif in art and nature, often representing infinity, cycles, and continuity. The staircase's design hints at a journey without end, encouraging reflection on the passage of time and the eternal nature of life. The destination of the staircase is deliberately obscured, leaving the viewer to wonder where it leads. This creates a sense of mystery, drawing the viewer into an imaginative exploration of the unknown. The swirling patterns in the ironwork mirror the overall spiral shape of the staircase, creating a sense of harmony and cohesion. These designs also add a decorative richness to the piece, tying it to the tradition of Romanticism or Gothic Revival, where even utilitarian objects were imbued with beauty and meaning. The background is loosely rendered, with soft, swirling brushstrokes that echo the spiral of the staircase. This abstraction contrasts with the detailed depiction of the staircase, making the environment feel less defined and more dreamlike. The staircase appears to float in a liminal space, further emphasizing its symbolic and otherworldly qualities. The viewer’s vantage point and the sheer scale of the staircase evoke a feeling of awe. It could symbolize humanity’s ambitions to reach higher realms—intellectually, spiritually, or artistically. The absence of people in the painting draws attention to the object itself, suggesting introspection or solitude. The staircase might represent a solitary journey, one that each individual must take alone. The intricate design and upward motion of the staircase, combined with the lack of a specific time or place, imbue the piece with a sense of timelessness. It could exist in any era, representing universal human themes. In comparison to the artist’s other works, this painting shifts focus from mythological and figurative themes to an architectural subject. Yet, it retains the artist’s characteristic use of ornamentation, bold perspectives, and symbolic depth. Like the Minotaur or Zeus paintings...

Emile Barthelemy Fabry (1865-1966) 'Portrait of Miss Vera Bodilly' Pastel on paper 41 x 31.5 cm, 59.7 x 50.1 cm framed 1917 Signed bottom left This intimate portrayal of fellow ar...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Fables Etching from 1952. Sold Framed. Size in frame: 49.5 x 44 cm Reference: Cramer 22. Dimensions of work: 34.5 x 28.5 cm. Publisher: Tériade, Paris...

* No US duty or taxes to pay on this item * A beautiful early 1900's French Symbolist oil on board depicting two classical figures and a goat in a wooded landscape. Striking and ex...

Menashe Kadishman, Sheep head, Symbolist painting, colored painting, Israeli art, Israeli art

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - Daphnes and Chloé, Planche XLI Lithograph from 1961. Dimensions of work: 43 x 66 cm. Enhanced with gouache. Examined and identified by a French gallery ...

The Crow is a woodcut print realized by Duilio Cambellotti in 1930s. The artwork has an incisive graphic rendering, typical of woodcut practice, characterized by sharp lines and str...

Georges Marie Julien Girardot (1856–1914) The Green Lady (Legend of Salins), 1897 Oil on canvas laid down on board 79 × 58 cm Signed lower right Pain...

Rowing Figure in an Eerie Landscape is a 1929 watercolor-and-ink illustration by Swedish artist Einar Norelius. Created for the 22nd issue of Bland tomtar och troll, the cherished an...

Marc Chagall (1887-1985) - La Ruse de Dorcon, from Daphnis et Chloé Lithograph from 1961. The edition of 59/60 with wide margins. Dimensions of work: 53.7 x 37.8 cm. Hand signed....

Pencil drawing on paper realized by Martini in between 1908 and 1909. Titled in the front, not signed. Ref. Alberto Martini, Mostra Antologia Palazzo della Permanent, Milan, 1985, ...

Art Nouveau coloured drawing of a young lady beauty before a mirror by Edmon Aman-Jean. The work is signed in pencil bottom left and presented in a plain wood frame with mount, under glass. A very charming early 20th century drawing capturing a young beauty admiring herself in front of a dressing mirror. n the background a fine interior with a louis XVI commode...

Bernard LOUEDIN Seascape : As Light as a Feather, 1978 Original Oil on Canvas Handsigned and dated in the lower left corner On canvas 46 x 61 cm (c. 1...

Amor, Tod und Jenseits, (Cupid, death and afterlife) is an original etching and aquatint on paper Chine collé, realized by Max Klinger in 1881, plate XII from “Intermezzi” Opus IV,...

Seaside from Intermezzi belongs to a series of prints called Intermezzi realized by Max Klinger, published by Nurnberg: Stroefer, 1881. Etching on paper. Signed on the plate Good ...

"The Tides", is a symbolist oil painting on canvas by Andrée Bars. In this composition at once cosmic and contemplative, the artist explores the invisible motion that connects time...

Signed and dated symbolist figure in landscape oil on board by French painter Alphonse Osbert. The piece depicts a blonde woman in a full length purple...

"La Blockchain" is a symbolist oil painting on canvas by Andrée Bars. In this carefully composed still life, the artist translates a contemporary technological concept into a poetic...

Gregory Kitterle's Sogno di Oro (Golden Dream) is a 39 x 50 inch horizontal figurative symbolist painting on canvas. This work brings the viewer in a magical setting of lapis lazuli ...

Zao Wou-Ki (1921-2013) - À la gloire de l'image et art poétique (To the Glory of the Image and Poetic Art) Lithograph from 1976. Te edition 53/99 on Arches paper. Dimensions of wo...