Art by Medium: Linen

This early 20th-century propaganda poster, titled Les Sans-Patrie… Voilà l’Ennemi! (The Stateless… Here is the Enemy!), is a striking testament to the heated nationalist and anti-republican sentiments that surged in France in the years leading up to World War I. Created by E. Millo and published by Le Petit Patriote, the poster presents an impassioned defense of French patriotism while identifying internal enemies—those deemed to lack allegiance to the nation. At the time of its creation, France was deeply divided between nationalists and republicans, between those who saw France as a Catholic, traditionalist nation and those who pushed for a secular, progressive Republic. The Dreyfus Affair (1894–1906) had left the country bitterly fractured, with intense debates over loyalty, national identity, and military values. This poster embodies the sentiments of right-wing conservatives who viewed the Republic’s secularism, its tolerance of political opposition, and its social reforms as signs of national decay. The target of their ire was the so-called Sans-Patrie—those accused of betraying France by undermining its traditional values. The poster’s dramatic black-and-white illustration is designed to evoke strong patriotic emotions. At its center stands a personification of France, likely inspired by Marianne, the symbolic female figure representing the French Republic. She holds a French flag and a sword, embodying strength and resistance against the perceived enemies of the nation. Surrounding her are figures from different walks of life—workers, mothers, soldiers, and historical figures—suggesting that true French citizens stand together against those who would weaken the country. The bold headline, “Les Sans-Patrie… Voilà l’Ennemi!”, leaves no room for ambiguity. It directly accuses those who lack national loyalty as traitors, rallying "true" French citizens to defend the homeland. The text addresses “Aux Vrais Français” (To True French People), making a direct appeal to patriotic sentiment. It warns readers about anti-national forces, particularly socialists, internationalists, and secularists, who are accused of corrupting French youth, undermining the military, and weakening national unity. Among its claims, the poster states that: French schools are being used to indoctrinate children against patriotism. Military service, a key element of national strength, is under attack by those who wish to weaken France. The nation’s historical heroes and martyrs are being forgotten, replaced by values that do not serve the country’s survival. The final rallying cry at the bottom, “À bas les sans-patrie & Vive la France...

Untitled painting of a group of men by Antonio Rodríguez Luna (1910-1985.) This moody piece by Antonio Rodríguez Luna is an excellent example of his work from the early 1960s, which...

Wonderful early 20th Century study of Jean Leon Gerome Ferris's 1885 Lion and Sun landscape "The Two Majesties." Unsigned. Condition: One tear professiona...

This powerful circa 1950 original poster for L’Armée de l’Air, designed by Paul Lengellé, is a striking celebration of French military aviation at the dawn of the jet age. Produced i...

Wonderful vintage oil painting of Sierra Mountains in Fall by Max Higgins (American, 20th Century), circa 1940s. Signed lower left. Condition: Professionally cleaned; minor craquelur...

This elegant mid-century travel poster, created around 1950 by J. F. Doré, was commissioned by the SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français) to promote the town of Blois, ...

Vivid mid-century floral still-life with anemones and statue by Marguerite Stuber Pearson (American, 1898-1978), circa 1940s. Signed lower right corner. Presented in rustic gilt-toned bamboo and wood frame. Image size: 20"H x 24"W. Framed size: 24"H x 28"W. Born in Philadelphia August 1, 1899, Marguerite Stuber Pearson was the daughter of confectioner, Arthur G...

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist UNFRAMED: 24" x 48" FRAMED: 32" x 56" x 1.625" Artist Statement "I painted this piece in the studio using studies done along the T...

Persimmons, cobalt blue table linens and silver are the focus of this elegant and dramatic still life. Colors include silver, orange and blue. Photorealist oil painting on canvas. T...

Abstract oil painting in blue and violet gold with metallic pigments including gold and metal leaf on Belgian linen. The large scale vibrant painting shimmers and changes with the ti...

During the 1930s, Art Deco reigned supreme as a symbol of modernity and elegance. Charles Delavat's iconic poster for Dubonnet, created around 1930, epitomizes this era of sleek design and vibrant allure. At its center is a stylish woman, the epitome of Art Deco fashion, holding a glass of Dubonnet with confidence and allure. The poster's bold geometric shapes, rich colors, and dynamic composition reflect the era's spirit of sophistication and cultural dynamism. Delavat's work not only promoted Dubonnet but also captured a lifestyle—luxurious, modern, and vibrant. It remains a timeless example of how advertising merged with art to create enduring symbols of style and glamour. In the realm of Art Deco design, Charles Delavat's Dubonnet poster...

Jo Yarrington has always been interested in chance and the found {moment, object, person}. How random experiences click in to place, form a narrative, reveal a truth. All the work ...

An oil painting of a cloud filled sky at sunset. The foreground is set along a sandy beach, white sand meeting dunes, tire tracks in the sand lead our eye to a pair of figures, seate...

Gustave Fraipont's poster for the "Excursion au Mont St-Michel" with the Chemins de fer de l'Ouest emerges as a captivating journey through the picturesque landscapes of Mont St-Mich...

Manhattan Henge at Sunset on busy New York City Street by British Urban Landscape Artist, Angela Wakefield. This is a major work to continue her epic New York Series which now spans ...

In this painting, I sought to capture the ephemeral beauty of irises by the pond's edge, reflecting my deep admiration for nature's transient moments. The oils allowed me to blend vi...

"Houseboats in Moon Light", a rare early 20th century tonalist nocturnal harbor landscape scene at Greenbrae Boardwalk, San Rafael, California by Charles Rollo Peters (American, 1862-1928), 1912. Inscribed "Charles Rollo Peters Greenbrae, 1912" in the lower left corner. Presented in an antique giltwood frame. Image size: 19.5"H x 25.25"W Auction record high for this noted Nocturnal and Tonalist artist is $58,000. Rare works like this one range $30,000-$35,000. (Note: the photos showing the inscribed signature have been adjusted to show contrast and the artists inscribed signature in other photos enhanced by acrylic over inscription in the oil paint for visibility). Although not noted on verso, the title is taken from two others done the same year at Greenbrae Boardwalk near San Rafael, California. Charles Rollo Peters (American, 1862-1928), called "The Poet of Night", is best known for his Tonalist landscapes, especially nocturnes, with much of his subject matter being scenes around his home in Monterey, California. James McNeill Whistler, who promoted the Tonalist aesthetic in Europe, was a major influence on his painting, and "is reported to have said that Peters was the only artist other than himself who could paint nocturnes." (Gerdts) As Peters matured, his life became increasingly tumultuous, but the one stable part of his existence was his painting. He continued to pour his emotions into his work, creating lonely, mysterious nocturnes with a palette of deep blues and blacks. The scenes were invariably dotted with a speck of light emanating from the moon or a lighted window. His landscapes usually displayed a more prominent sky view and often included a winding path or road trailing off in the distance. Peters was born in San Francisco in 1862 to a wealthy family, and in San Francisco attended Bates Private School for Boys and the City College, where his talent for sketching and painting became obvious and was encouraged. After graduation from the College, he spent time as a commercial artist, but this pursuit did not hold his interest. In the mid 1880s, he began to study privately with Jules Tavernier and also attended classes with Virgil Williams and Christian Jorgensen at the California School of Design. During this period, he painted Bay-Area scenery. In 1886, he began a four-year period of study and travel in Europe, enrolling in Paris at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts and the Academie Julian. His teachers were Jean-Leon Gerome and Fernand Cormon. In San Francisco, where he returned in 1890, he met and married Kathleen Mary Murphy, and the couple immediately departed for an extended trip to England and France. Peters painted the countryside and produced numerous landscape paintings, especially moonlit views of Brittany and Paris---his first nocturnes, encouraged by the aesthetic of Whistler, whose influence was pervasive in England and France. Upon his return to California about 1895, Peters held a large show in San Francisco and was able to sell many of his works. Soon after, he and his family relocated to Monterey, California where Peters became interested in California adobe ruins and missions as subjects for his paintings. Night paintings with rich blues highlighted by moon light became his signature work. Like most Tonalists, he painted in his studio. It was written of him that Monterey residents often saw him "wandering about in the semi-darkness, taking down notes here and there, studying the different phases of light, and creating a vivid mental picture of the scene he wished to paint." (Lowrey 158) In 1899, he made a tour with his collection of paintings through Chicago, Maine, Long Island, and New York City where he held a solo exhibition at the Union Club and received very favorable publicity. One reviewer of the Union Club work wrote: "The artist has studied the atmospheric effect of the night to good purpose, and in the representation of the silvery gray of moonlight he has arrived at singular proficiency." Peters returned to Monterey in 1900, and purchased thirty acres of land where he built an estate. He exhibited in the annual exhibitions of the San Francisco Art Association and the Bohemian Club. Along with William Keith, Xavier...

David Grossman's (US based) "Evening View to the South West" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a wide open plain of the West with fields of...

Beautiful original poster by Roger Broders for the PLM railroads and the village of Cornillon. Roger Broders is one of the most prolific poster artists of the 1930s: his work is inse...

Represented by George Billis Gallery, NYC & LA --Every painting begins with a place to stand. Sometimes I find one in seconds; sometimes the hunt goes on for many seasons. A canvas c...

Unique, large oil painting on Belgian linen canvas, stretched on a timber support frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request.

The painting is painted in oil on linen canvas in the Impressionist style. The painting is signed by the artist Natalya Platonova on the front and back of the canvas. The bright li...

KAMIL LISEK (born in 1980) Studied under the guidance of prof. Maciej Świeszewski at the faculty of painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk. He graduated with distinction obta...

This original 1958 exhibition poster was created for a show of Jacqueline Lamba’s drawings at the Galerie Lucy-Krohg in Paris. Lamba, a key figure in the Surrealist movement, was kno...

Indigo 2 is a meditation on depth, movement, and the quiet drama of form. Created with hand-dyed linen on linen, this work embodies the physicality and elegance of Hedden’s Fold Seri...

This striking circa 1920 travel poster by Sandy Hook was commissioned jointly by the Chemin de fer du Nord and the South Eastern & Chatham Railway to promote their cross-Channel serv...

The 1947 original poster designed by André Bermond for the "Fêtes de l'Amitié Franco-Suisse" in Menton is a striking representation of post-war European unity and celebration. This f...

This stunning 1937 original travel poster by Roland Hugon was commissioned by the PLM (Paris-Lyon-Méditerranée) railway company to promote luxurious overnight travel to the Côte d’Az...

Hemed’s paintings inhabit a space between realism and intimacy. Depicting contemplative male figures in moments of vulnerability, his work is marked by an emotional depth that resists easy categorisation. In this new series, the artist continues his exploration of masculinity, solitude, and interiority. Each composition invites viewers to pause and reflect, capturing transient gestures and expressions that suggest stories left untold. Born in Israel, Yisrael Dror Hemed...

"Willow Patterns" by Dan Young is an original oil painting depicting a rural snow scene. Dan Young was born in Denver and grew up in western Colorado. “Camping and fishing throughou...

Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist Signed "Alexey Steele" on lower left UNFRAMED: 12" x 16" FRAMED: 19.5" x 23.5" x 2.5" Landscape painting with apple orchards Art...

Daud Akhriev's (EUR and US based) "Peaceful Afternoon" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an interior setting adorned with fine wooden fur...

Alexandra Manukyan's "Resplendent" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a female model holding her hand to her cheek as glittering gol...

This original 1933 poster by the artist J. Pillod is a captivating piece of automotive history, advertising Castrol oil with the iconic Bugatti car as its centerpiece. The poster beautifully combines the elegance of the Bugatti with the reliability of Castrol, making it a standout example of early 20th-century automotive advertising. The composition features a streamlined Bugatti car, symbolizing speed and luxury, set against a dynamic backdrop that emphasizes movement and modernity. The use of bold colors and clean lines reflects the aesthetic of the time, with a focus on both functionality and style. The poster’s typography is striking yet balanced, ensuring that the message about Castrol oil's superior performance is clear and compelling. This poster is printed on high-quality paper, showcasing the artistic and technical prowess of J. Pillod. The poster remains a cherished piece for collectors of vintage automotive memorabilia and those interested in the golden age of motoring. This 1933 Castrol-Bugatti poster...

Self Portrait, Eye

Ryan Reynolds’ newest series of paintings features coastal Northern and Central California wooden piers that extend from the land into the sea, and it depicts the people of Trinidad ...

"Koi Fish II" is an original oil painting on linen by Leslie Parke. The artist signed the piece in the lower right. This hyper-realist painting depicts a school of multi-colored koi ...

Richmond Burton’s works are known for their kaleidoscopic color, undulating patterns, and lyrical handling of expressionistic mark making. His Visceral, seductive, and organic compositions play with decorative patterning without compromising a conceptual backbone. Their intensity of vision allows for transcendent thought, experience, and connection while challenging any preconceived norms or rules defining abstract painting. “Structure is never absent; it’s just uninsistent, even accidental. The paintings are built up in stages, but never give the impression of being hard-worked. They have a fluid, textural presence, like luxury fabrics printed with overlapping, off-register layers of patterning.” — Holland Cotter, The New York Times (1999). Richmond Burton (b. 1960, Talladega, AL) obtained a BA in architecture from Rice University Houston, TX (1984). He lives and works in Woodstock, NY. Burton has shown extensively both domestically and internationally and has work in the collections of The Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL; The Broad, Los Angeles, CA; Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas, TX; Fogg Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY; Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York, NY; and National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, among others. Recent solo exhibitions include venues such as Sarah Moody Gallery of Art at University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL (2015); Silas Marder Gallery, Bridgehampton, NY (2014); Philip Slein Gallery, St. Louis, MO (2013); and George Lawson...

cowboy, horse, prairie, Western art, Western painting, American art, American artist, freedom, Wild West "This painting was inspired by American Westerns and the films of the Wild W...

An impressionist painting of trees silhouetted against a bright sunset. The contrast between the subtle colors in the trees and the warm glowing colors of the sky. The trees in the d...

Beautiful advertising poster of Rene Vincent for the cigars and cigarettes of the French company. Art Deco - Tobacco - Advertising French Régie Bedos & Cie Paris

James Van Fossan's "Sky 52" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a skyscape of grey clouds arching through a blue sky with the sun in the background.

Fiery by Alyson Kinkade 34x50" oil on linen 36x52" framed size, black wood float style A visual expression of one's ambitious goals. Set your passions on fire and aim for achievemen...

My interest is to convey elements of the classical arcadian landscape paintings of the 17th and 18th century, inviting the viewer to reflect again at the sublime landscape of the pas...

Photo-realist oil painting of a classic brick building exterior in New York City 28 x 50 inches, oil on canvas painting Wire backing for easy hanging Unframed with white painted sides This contemporary, realistic oil painting of a New York City brick building exterior was painted by Richard Britell in 2019. Employing his mastery of the troupe l'oeil technique, Britell paints the smooth red colored stone building in extreme detail assuming a three-dimensional quality with close attention paid to shadow and perspective. This building is reminiscent of neo-classical architecture, popularized in the mid-late 1800's and the striking red exterior contrasts against the white stone window trim, further accentuating the painting's troupe l'oeil qualities. The painting on canvas is complete with wire on reverse for seamless hanging. About the artist: Richard Britell, a career painter, studied at Pratt Institute with Philip Pearlstein and Walter Erlebacher. His first show in NYC at Staempfli Gallery was sold out, and reviewed in the New York Times. Britell’s new works revolve around large, dreamy cityscapes tending toward abstraction. The artist currently lives in Pittsfield, MA. Born Utica, New York, 1944 Education 1962 – 1964 Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY 1964 – 1966 Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY B.F.A. 1970 – 1972 University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, M.F.A. Solo Exhibitions 2011 “Measuring the Universe” Lauren Clark Fine Art, Housatonic, MA 2010 “And Now For Some things Completely Different” Lauren Clark Fine Art, Housatonic, MA 2010 “The Figure, The Figure, The Figure and The Figure” Lauren Clark Fine Art, Housatonic, MA 2009 “A nest of robins in her hair” Lauren Clark Fine Art, Housatonic, MA 2007 “NY, NY” Lauren Clark Fine Art, Housatonic, Ma 2003 “Image and Text” Tokonoma Gallery, Housatonic, MA 1999 “From Architecture to Abstraction” Tokonoma Gallery, Housatonic, MA 1998 “New Work” Carrie Haddad Gallery, Hudson, NY 1998 “New Figures” Ute Stebich Gallery, Lenox, MA 1995 “Richard Britell, New Work” Katharina Rich Perlow Gallery, New York, NY 1993 “New Work on Gilded Panel” Phyllis Kind Gallery, New York, NY 1985 “Fresco Panels...

Bergstein grew up in France between Paris and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. At the age of 18, he flew to Barcelona, Spain where he joined an industrial design school. Back in Paris, he com...

This oil painting on Belgian linen canvas with vivid colours depicts people and situations with whom the artist have had contact. Whilst the works are not strictly speaking, portrait...

This framed oil on linen painting, 'Riflessi A Tiburon,' by Marco Sassone, an American-Italian painter, is measured at 30 x 24 inches in a horizontal format. Sassone paints an Expres...

As the artist, I poured my passion into this canvas, capturing the vivid dance of colors and light across a wild tulip field. The robust oils carry the vibrancy of nature's palette, ...

This elegant Art Deco travel poster by Swiss artist Vera Hirzel, dating from around 1935, invites viewers to explore the charm and heritage of Lausanne and...

The 1956 original travel poster by Jean Colin for Air France - Amérique du Nord is a remarkable piece of mid-20th century advertising art, created to promote Air France’s routes to N...

The 1916 original poster by Richard Gutz, titled "Souscrivez pour la victoire - Banque nationale de crédit", is an evocative piece of wartime propaganda produced during the height of...

"Look at a tree, a flower, a plant. Let your awareness rest upon it. How still they are, how deeply rooted in Being. Allow nature to teach you stillness." — Eckhart Tolle Flower Bom...

Edward Zutrau Untitled Signed and dated on stretcher Oil on linen 26 x 31 1/2 inches Edward Zutrau is among the American artists who worked within the whirlwind of diverse abstract...

Ulrich Gleiter's (EUR based) "Winter in Lapland" is an original, handmade oil painting on linen that depicts a snowy forest scene in with grey clouds covering the sky. This piece mea...

James Van Fossan's "Sky 53" is an original, handmade oil and silver leaf painting that depicts a skyscape of grey clouds arching through a pastel blue and purple sky.

David Grossman's (US based) "September Tree Colors near Pinyon Mesa" is an oil on linen panel created in 2025 depicting an abstracted Colorado landscape. About the artist: David G...

Original poster of an absolute rarity was realized by Jean Olivier in 1929, in order to promote the company Air Union and its lines of the Orient. Air Union was a French airline fou...

James Van Fossan's "Sky 46" is an original, handmade oil and golf leaf painting that depicts a skyscape of orange and grey hues as sunlight plays across the clouds textured surface.