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Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting Sunrise Series by Michael Budden People Jetty
Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting Sunrise Series by Michael Budden People Jetty

Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting Sunrise Series by Michael Budden People Jetty

By Michael Budden

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Sunrise Study Image is 6 x 8 unframed, and 11.75 x 13.75 framed. Signed LR Sunrise Study is a study oil painting on canvas by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Guardians of Delight - Maximalism Abstract Painting, Unique, Extra Large
The Guardians of Delight - Maximalism Abstract Painting, Unique, Extra Large

The Guardians of Delight - Maximalism Abstract Painting, Unique, Extra Large

By Karnish Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

The Guardians of Delight is a large contemporary painting that explores the emotional terrain of abundance, freedom and the journey of life. Created with vibrant acrylics, charcoal...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Oil, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Cherry Delight
Cherry Delight

Cherry Delight

By Roxana Khonkulova

Located in Zofingen, AG

“Cherry Delight” is a work about an experience that does not seek to закрепить itself in the future. About intimacy accepted as an event rather than a promise. Like the taste of cher...

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2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pink Adobe

Pink Adobe

By Lynn Sanders

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Lynn Sanders is an artist excited by beauty: architecture, foliage, landscapes, seascapes, interiors. She finds palettes and shapes in her environment and propels them into her work,...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer, Ink, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Gold Owls

Gold Owls

By Hunt Slonem

Located in Denver, CO

Since 1977, Hunt Slonem has had more than 350 exhibitions at prestigious galleries and museums internationally. Globally, more than 250 museums include his work in their permanent co...

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Perhaps love is not a grand thing K Husslein Botanical Hyperrealistic Still life
Perhaps love is not a grand thing K Husslein Botanical Hyperrealistic Still life

Perhaps love is not a grand thing K Husslein Botanical Hyperrealistic Still life

By Katharina Husslein

Located in DE

Perhaps love is not a grand thing. Perhaps it is two people quietly altering each other's gravity until neither remembers which way they were falling before. This oil painting celeb...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Infinite Moments, Contemporary Geometric Abstract Painting
Infinite Moments, Contemporary Geometric Abstract Painting

Infinite Moments, Contemporary Geometric Abstract Painting

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This abstract monochrome painting explores the interplay of black and white through bold, gestural brushstrokes and layered textures. Organic shapes, sweeping arcs, and scattered cir...

Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

Modernist Coastal Seascape Marsh Landscape Watercolour on Handmade Paper
Modernist Coastal Seascape Marsh Landscape Watercolour on Handmade Paper

Modernist Coastal Seascape Marsh Landscape Watercolour on Handmade Paper

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

**Title:** Sierra Nevada Granada Spain Snowy Mountain Watercolour on Handmade Paper **Artist:** European School, 20th century **Medium:** Watercolour on handmade paper, unframed **Size:** 7.75 x 11.25 inches **Signature:** Unsigned **Stamped verso:** No stamp visible from the images provided **Provenance:** Private collection **Condition:** Fair to good vintage condition. The handmade paper shows age toning, surface marks, pinholes, handling wear, creasing and irregular deckled edges. There are visible nicks, tears, small losses and roughness to the outer edges and corners, consistent with age and the nature of the handmade sheet. The painted image remains atmospheric, decorative and visually appealing. **Description:** A striking 20th century European School watercolour landscape, painted on textured handmade paper and inscribed verso **Sierra Nevada Granada Spain**. The composition depicts a dramatic mountain view, with snow-covered peaks rising above layered rocky slopes and a blue lake or valley below. The scene has a bold, simplified quality, combining the atmosphere of a travel study with the decorative structure of a modernist landscape. The painting is particularly appealing for its graphic treatment of the mountain forms. The artist reduces the Sierra Nevada landscape into broad planes of muted blue, grey, brown, ochre, green and white, allowing the snow-capped ridges to stand out strongly against the darker surrounding slopes. The result is atmospheric yet design-led, with the landscape arranged almost as a series of abstract colour fields. The verso inscription identifies the subject as the Sierra Nevada near Granada in Spain, giving the piece strong topographical and search appeal. The Sierra Nevada mountain range is one of southern Spain’s most distinctive landscapes, known for its dramatic peaks, changing light and contrast between high mountain scenery and warmer Andalusian tones. This watercolour captures that sense of rugged terrain through a restrained but expressive palette. The handmade paper adds considerable character to the work. Its warm natural tone, visible fibres, pinholes and irregular deckled edges give the piece a tactile, artisanal quality, enhancing its sense as an original travel study or plein air-inspired work. The painted area sits within the sheet, leaving the surrounding handmade paper visible and giving the work a distinctive object-like presence. This original watercolour would appeal to collectors of Spanish landscapes, Sierra Nevada paintings...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Traditional English Oil Painting depicting Metal Worker in his Workshop
Traditional English Oil Painting depicting Metal Worker in his Workshop

Traditional English Oil Painting depicting Metal Worker in his Workshop

By John Edwards 2

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Metal Worker by John Edwards (1940 - 2020) signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 29 x 23.5 inches canvas : 23 x 18 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Condition: very good c...

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Mid-20th Century English School Paintings

Materials

Oil

St. Florent Corsica Yvonne Canu A framed Pointillist oil painting
St. Florent Corsica Yvonne Canu A framed Pointillist oil painting

St. Florent Corsica Yvonne Canu A framed Pointillist oil painting

By Yvonne Canu

Located in St. Albans, GB

Yvonne Canu 1921 – 2008 Signed bottom right and signed and titled on the reverse. Painting Size: 24 x 29" (61 x 74cm) Outside Frame Size: 31 x 36" (79 x 91cm) Yvonne Canu is cur...

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Late 20th Century Pointillist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Impressionist Charming Harbour Scene with Colourful Boats Oil Painting
French Impressionist Charming Harbour Scene with Colourful Boats Oil Painting

French Impressionist Charming Harbour Scene with Colourful Boats Oil Painting

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Charming Harbour Scene by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 8.5 x 10.5 inches Oil painting on cardboard, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition, with minor signs of agi...

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20th Century Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

British Chalk Pencil Sketch of A Bull Lying Down
British Chalk Pencil Sketch of A Bull Lying Down

British Chalk Pencil Sketch of A Bull Lying Down

By John Rabone Harvey

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

John Rabone Harvey ( 1966 - 1922) graphic and chalk deep green artist paper , unframed artist paper : 5.5 x 7 inches Provenance: private collection Condition: very good condition Ha...

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Mid-19th Century Realist Paintings

Materials

Chalk, Graphite

Echoes of Water Cityscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting
Echoes of Water Cityscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting

Echoes of Water Cityscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting

Located in Granada Hills, CA

Artist: Alexander Shandor Title: Echoes of Water Medium: Oil on Canvas Hardboard Year: 2026 Style: Impressionism Dimensions: 12" x 8" x 0.2" inch (30 x 20 x 1cm) Presentation: Unfra...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sunflower Meadow Field Landscape French Impressionist Large Oil Painting
Sunflower Meadow Field Landscape French Impressionist Large Oil Painting

Sunflower Meadow Field Landscape French Impressionist Large Oil Painting

By Georges Bordonove

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Fields of Gold Sunflower Field Landscape French Impressionist Style Oil Painting by Georges Bordonave (French, contemporary) signed and dated 1992 oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 20 x 26 inches private collection, western Paris, France very good condition; presents exceptionally well A radiant French landscape alive with colour and movement, this 1992 oil on canvas by Georges Bordonove...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Traditional Dutch River Landscape with Old Town & Houses Signed Oil
Large Traditional Dutch River Landscape with Old Town & Houses Signed Oil

Large Traditional Dutch River Landscape with Old Town & Houses Signed Oil

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Landscape in Holland (titled verso) Dutch School, 20th century signed oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 30 x 42 inches canvas: 24 x 36 inches provenance: private collection, Eng...

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Late 20th Century Old Masters Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Where the Forest Opens
Where the Forest Opens

Where the Forest Opens

By Natalia Borisenko

Located in Zofingen, AG

Series: Between Light and Silence. There are places that seem to slow time down. A narrow path passes between dark pines and gradually opens toward the sea, where the last light sett...

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Illustration Style Diptych of Ripe Pomegranate Tree, Acrylic Painting on Paper
Illustration Style Diptych of Ripe Pomegranate Tree, Acrylic Painting on Paper

Illustration Style Diptych of Ripe Pomegranate Tree, Acrylic Painting on Paper

By Romina Milano

Located in Barcelona, ES

This beautiful painting by Romina Milano presents a contemporary interpretation of pomegranates, rendered through expressive brushwork and a vibrant, balanced palette. Organic forms ...

Category

2010s Fauvist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Watercolor, Paper

"Violets"
"Violets"

"Violets"

Located in Edinburgh, GB

This work explores the intimacy of everyday objects through a vibrant, expressive still‑life composition. By placing a patterned vase filled with bold, purple‑white blossoms at the c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Joyce Roybal Original Painting on Canvas  Musicians  Signed & Framed Artwork
Joyce Roybal Original Painting on Canvas  Musicians  Signed & Framed Artwork

Joyce Roybal Original Painting on Canvas Musicians Signed & Framed Artwork

By Jose Roybal

Located in Palm Coast, FL

This charming original painting on canvas by Joyce Roybal features a whimsical group of musicians joyfully playing instruments in Roybal’s signature naïve style. With bold colors, pl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

1930's California Mountain Trail Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed
1930's California Mountain Trail Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed

1930's California Mountain Trail Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed

By Sidney L. Brock

Located in Soquel, CA

1930's California Mountain Trail Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Signed A beautiful 1930's landscape titled "Trail into California Mountains" by Oklahoman artist Sidney Lorenzo Br...

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1930s American Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Life in Color
Life in Color

Life in Color

By Jacob Burda

Located in Zofingen, AG

Life in Color celebrates the quiet beauty of sharing life with someone you love. In the simplest moments—a conversation, a shared meal, or the comfort of being together—the ordinary ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Modern City scape, London from St.Pauls in monochrome
Modern City scape, London from St.Pauls in monochrome

Modern City scape, London from St.Pauls in monochrome

Located in Woodbury, CT

William Yates (British, 20th Century) St. Paul’s Cathedral, London Oil on board, circa 1970 Signed on the reverse William Yates was a gifted British painter whose expressive citysca...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Window 392 - Modern Abstract Resin Minimalist Warm Brown Tone Artwork
The Window 392 - Modern Abstract Resin Minimalist Warm Brown Tone Artwork

The Window 392 - Modern Abstract Resin Minimalist Warm Brown Tone Artwork

By Ricky Hunt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ricky Hunt’s mixed media minimalist wall art is influenced by his tumultuous past that led to a paradigm shift in creativity and life. He covers the wood panel with layers of acrylic...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Original Victorian Oil Painting Summer Woodland Pathway Landscape Gilt Framed
Original Victorian Oil Painting Summer Woodland Pathway Landscape Gilt Framed

Original Victorian Oil Painting Summer Woodland Pathway Landscape Gilt Framed

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Woodland Path Victorian oil painting by Thomas James Purchas (British 1855-1930) with name plaque to frame oil painting on board, framed within ornate scrolled gilt frame framed:...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lost In Thought: Abstract Pour Painting, Contemporary, Framed
Lost In Thought: Abstract Pour Painting, Contemporary, Framed

Lost In Thought: Abstract Pour Painting, Contemporary, Framed

By Bette Ridgeway

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bette Ridgeway’s oeuvre, her signature technique of “layering light,” stems from her unorthodox process of paint pouring, creating gem-like veils of transparent color. This style has...

Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media

"Blooming Current" impressionistic painting, colorful flowers on cotton  canvas
"Blooming Current" impressionistic painting, colorful flowers on cotton  canvas

"Blooming Current" impressionistic painting, colorful flowers on cotton canvas

By Anastassia Skopp 1

Located in Zofingen, AG

“Look at the flowers. It is simply unbelievable how happy flowers are.” — Osho Blooming Current reflects the energy of nature through an expressive composition of blossoms and branc...

Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Whirl Wind (Abstract, Expressive, Fun, Colorful, Warm, 50% OFF - MUST GO NOW)
Whirl Wind (Abstract, Expressive, Fun, Colorful, Warm, 50% OFF - MUST GO NOW)

Whirl Wind (Abstract, Expressive, Fun, Colorful, Warm, 50% OFF - MUST GO NOW)

By Katherine Bello

Located in Kansas City, MO

Katherine Bello Whirl Wind Mixed Media on Canvas 2025 Size: 24 x 48 inches (60.96 x 121.92cm) Signed and titled by hand COA provided *on stretcher frame, ready to hang. -----------...

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2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Stretcher Bars

India Madras Painting on board Portrait of Serving Girl with Pot c 1910
India Madras Painting on board Portrait of Serving Girl with Pot c 1910

India Madras Painting on board Portrait of Serving Girl with Pot c 1910

Located in Norfolk, GB

Madras School C 1910 Acrylic on board 11.5" x 8" Address on verso This painting dating to the early 20th century, c 1910, shows a young woman, possibly from Madras (see info on reverse), The colours follow the conventions of a genre of art called Company School painting...

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1910s Realist Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

A Place of My Own
A Place of My Own

A Place of My Own

Located in Zofingen, AG

"Size: 92×92 cm (overall size with stretching 102×102 cm) Year: 2026 Materials: acrylic on canvas Shipping: ready to hang In this expressive figurative painting, a rhinoceros rests ...

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Contemporary French Impressionist Signed Oil Figs in a Green Bowl Still Life
Contemporary French Impressionist Signed Oil Figs in a Green Bowl Still Life

Contemporary French Impressionist Signed Oil Figs in a Green Bowl Still Life

By Georges Bordonove

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Fresh Figs by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary) signed oil painting on canvas, unframed dated canvas: 13 x 16 inches condition: very good provenance: from a large private col...

Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Madonna and Child in the Spanish Colonial Taste, Oil on Copper
Madonna and Child in the Spanish Colonial Taste, Oil on Copper

Madonna and Child in the Spanish Colonial Taste, Oil on Copper

Located in Genève, GE

Dimension with frame: 35 x 29,7 x 3,3 cm. A finely executed miniature devotional painting depicting the Madonna tenderly embracing the Christ Child. Executed in oil on copper and dating from the late 18th to early 19th century, the composition displays the intimate scale and luminous surface characteristic of copper paintings. The Virgin is shown wearing a deep blue mantle highlighted with delicate gilded details and crowned by a circle of stars, while the Christ Child rests affectionately in her arms. The work reflects the enduring influence of Baroque religious imagery and evokes the devotional paintings produced throughout the Spanish world during the colonial period, while remaining firmly rooted in the broader Continental European tradition. Its small scale, refined execution, and warm devotional character make it an appealing collector's piece. The painting is presented in an impressive carved and ebonized wooden frame that beautifully complements the richness of the composition. A charming example of late 18th-century religious art, combining devotional intimacy, Baroque sensibility, and the luminous qualities unique to oil on copper. madonna and child, virgin mary, christ child, oil on copper, copper painting, religious painting, devotional painting, catholic art, christian art, sacred art, baroque religious art, baroque devotional painting, continental european school, spanish colonial taste, spanish colonial influence, antique religious artwork, ecclesiastical art, crowned madonna, star crown madonna, virgin and child, christian iconography, late 18th century painting, circa 1800, antique oil on copper, miniature painting, devotional icon, old master style, european religious art, framed religious painting...

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Late 18th Century Baroque Paintings

Materials

Copper

Showering You with Affection - Abstract Muted Tone Graffiti Mixed Media Painting
Showering You with Affection - Abstract Muted Tone Graffiti Mixed Media Painting

Showering You with Affection - Abstract Muted Tone Graffiti Mixed Media Painting

By Amber Goldhammer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles artist Amber Goldhammer paints dramatic abstract compositions in acrylic on canvas featuring energetic brushstrokes. Goldhammer uses her contemporary paintings to express...

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Latex, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Ink

20th Century French Impressionist Signed Oil Rural French Village Road & Houses
20th Century French Impressionist Signed Oil Rural French Village Road & Houses

20th Century French Impressionist Signed Oil Rural French Village Road & Houses

By Claude Marin

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Old French Town by Claude Marin (French 1914-2001) signed and dated 84 oil on artist card stuck on board, unframed board: 7.5 x 9.5 inches Provenance: private collection, Paris, ...

Category

1980s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Seascape - Sunlit Waves Crashing against the Rocks on the British Isles
Seascape - Sunlit Waves Crashing against the Rocks on the British Isles

Seascape - Sunlit Waves Crashing against the Rocks on the British Isles

Located in Preston, GB

Seascape - Sunlit Waves Crashing against the Rocks on the British Isles Art measures 32 x 24 inches Frame measures 36 x 28 inches A commanding seascape where light wrestles with wa...

Category

1980s Realist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

1950's Mid-Century Abstract Expressionist painting
1950's Mid-Century Abstract Expressionist painting

1950's Mid-Century Abstract Expressionist painting

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Stunning abstract expressionist painting, ca. 1955. Oil on Canvas, measuring 36 x 40 inches. Some natural cracking and paint loss due to heavy impasto technique. Unsigned. Art su...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Don't Rush Life 2 - 21st Century Contemporary Figurative, Portrait, Africa, Men
Don't Rush Life 2 - 21st Century Contemporary Figurative, Portrait, Africa, Men

Don't Rush Life 2 - 21st Century Contemporary Figurative, Portrait, Africa, Men

By Elijah Olanase

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Where am from Bandana was once a common style, we called it Big Boy Style, then it's seem to me like a style or fashion only, because our elder brothers only allowed to used it but n...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original Oil Painting on canvas, Still Life, Flowers, Signed, Framed
Original Oil Painting on canvas, Still Life, Flowers, Signed, Framed

Original Oil Painting on canvas, Still Life, Flowers, Signed, Framed

Located in Palm Coast, FL

Up for sale is a beautiful original oil painting on canvas. This painting is a classical and elegant floral still-life composition, featuring a lush bouquet of vibrant flowers arrang...

Category

20th Century Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Antique English Dog Oil Painting with Kitten Signed & Dated 1927 framed
Large Antique English Dog Oil Painting with Kitten Signed & Dated 1927 framed

Large Antique English Dog Oil Painting with Kitten Signed & Dated 1927 framed

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

"Touch it if you dare!" English artist, signed and dated 1927 oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 31 inches canvas: 18 x 24 inches provenance: private collection, England condition: v...

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1920s English School Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Bullfighting Scene Oil on Canvas, Expressionist, Circa 1960, Unframed
Bullfighting Scene Oil on Canvas, Expressionist, Circa 1960, Unframed

Bullfighting Scene Oil on Canvas, Expressionist, Circa 1960, Unframed

By Jose Maria Tuser Vazquez

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Title: Bullfighting Scene Artist: José María Tuser Vázquez (1919-1986) Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 16.1 x 13 inches (unframed) Date: c. 1950-1960 Condition: Good Provenance:...

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1960s Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Horses - Contemporary Oil Painting, Colorful
Horses - Contemporary Oil Painting, Colorful

Horses - Contemporary Oil Painting, Colorful

By Monika Rossa

Located in Warsaw, PL

MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris and at the Escuela de Diseno in Barcelona. She practices drawing and easel painting....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.

Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.

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    To find out how much your painting is worth, you can try looking at auctions and online sales histories to see how much pieces made by the artist have sold for in the past. If you're unsure who the artist is, snap a photo of the signature with the Smartify mobile app to find out who produced it. Because the condition, size and other aspects of a painting can also impact its value, having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate your piece is often a good idea. Find a diverse assortment of paintings on 1stDibs.
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    To find out if your painting is worth anything, you can first do some research online using trusted resources. Look to see how much other pieces by the artist have sold for in the past to get a rough idea of the value of your artwork. Because condition also contributes to valuation, it is a good idea to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate your piece as well. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of paintings.
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    Technically, you can put a canvas painting in a glass frame. However, many experts advise against it. Paintings executed on canvas typically do not need the protection of glass, and a glass front on a frame can actually make it more difficult to admire the brushwork and fine details of a piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of paintings.
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    To tell if an old painting is a print, use a magnifying glass to look at its surface up close. A real painting will have visible brushstrokes left behind by the artist. A print will usually have a smooth surface and may look like it's made up of tiny dots, depending on the printing process used to produce it. If you're still unsure about your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can assist you. Explore a collection of paintings on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if a painting is an original or a copy, research the artist and their work using trusted online resources. Specifically, learn about the brushstrokes that the artist commonly used and then examine your piece for evidence of these techniques. You can also compare the signature on your painting to the ones found in online images. Because it can be difficult to authenticate art without experience and training, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or art dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of paintings.
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    There are two main ways to know if your old painting is worth money. First, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to determine how much similar paintings by the artist have sold for in the past. If you're unsure who the artist is, try the app Smartify, which provides identifications using artists' signatures. A second option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of paintings.
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    Michelangelo painted around 48 paintings over the course of his career. Nearly 20% of these works are in the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. The Italian Renaissance artist also produced sculptures and drawings. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of paintings and other art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
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    How much a Bob Ross painting is worth depends on its condition, history and other characteristics. In 2023, his painting A Walk in the Woods sold for more than $9 million at an auction. The painting was significant because it was the first one Ross ever produced on his beloved television series, The Joy of Painting, which ran from 1983 to 1994. Ross is best known for his landscapes, which often featured what he described as "happy little trees." If you own a Ross painting, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you with valuation. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.
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    How much a James Gibson painting is worth depends on its age, size, conditions and other characteristics. In 2022, his painting South Fork sold for $12,000 at auction, a record for the American artist. The piece reflects Gibson's interest in portraying the natural landscapes of his native Florida. Gibson is well-known for being one of the Florida Highwaymen, a group of Black artists who sold their artwork directly to buyers on the road during the 1950s and ’60s when segregation laws prevented them from showing their works in galleries. If you own a James Gibson painting, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can assist you with the valuation process. On 1stDibs, find a variety of art.
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    How much a Piet Mondrian painting is worth will depend on its history, size, condition and other characteristics. In 2022, his Composition No. II sold for $51 million, establishing a new auction record for the Dutch painter's work. The painting is an example of the colorful geometric compositions that made Mondrian an acclaimed artist. These works helped to define the De Stijl movement, a Dutch abstract art movement that emerged during the early 20th century. If you own a Mondrian, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you with the valuation process. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Caravaggio is most known for his work as an artist. During the late 16th and early 17th centuries, the Italian painter shocked viewers with his dramatic portrayals of familiar historical subjects and everyday people engaging in their daily activities. His work was highly influential due to his use of light and dark, which added tension and gave his work a theatrical quality. Some of Caravaggio's most famous paintings include Young Sick Bacchus, Medusa, The Musicians, The Conversion of Saint Paul, The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist and The Entombment of Christ. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of fine art paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Several artists painted in the Vatican. Raphael decorated four walls of the Apostolic Palace with murals depicting biblical scenes, including the transfiguration of Christ. Michelangelo is well-known for painting the frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, located in the Vatican. Other painters whose work is found within the buildings in Vatican City include Caravaggio, Perugino, Jan Matejko and Gentile da Fabriano. On 1stDibs, find a selection of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old paintings are worth money. The artist, size, historical significance and condition of a piece, as well as other factors, contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can evaluate your painting and give you an idea of how much it may be worth. Explore a diverse assortment of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    How much a Souza painting is worth depends on its condition, history and other variables. In 2024, The Lovers by Francis Newton Souza brought in $4.89 million, a record-breaking auction price for the artist's work. Many of the late Indian artist’s works portray couples in romantic embraces. For his depictions of the subject, he turned to a variety of sources, including Indian court paintings, temple sculptures and works produced by European Old Masters. If you have a Souza painting, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can provide you with an estimated value for the piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much Mary Ann Carroll paintings are worth varies based on size, condition and other factors. In 2022, the painter's Poinciana Palm fetched $16,000 at auction in Vero Beach, Florida. Carroll was a member of the Florida Highwaymen, a group of Black artists who traveled throughout Florida to sell their art during segregation. If you own a painting by Carroll, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a Rubens painting is worth depends on its size, historical significance, condition and other characteristics. In 2002, Massacre of the Innocents established a new record for the artist's work when it sold for $76.5 million. A Flemish Baroque painter, Peter Paul Rubens painted many Biblical and historical subjects in his signature style, which emphasized his subjects' emotions and dramatic movements. If you own a piece by Rubens, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can be of assistance during the valuation process. Find a large selection of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, a signed painting is often worth more. A signature is one way authenticators determine whether a piece of art is genuine or a reproduction. As a result, paintings that bear an original signature may fetch more than those that do not at auctions. However, some artists never or rarely signed their work, such as Mark Rothko and Vincent van Gogh. To get an estimated fair market value for a signed painting that you own, consult a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. Find a large selection of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    It is difficult to estimate exactly how much Guernica is worth. The painting by Pablo Picasso is a part of the collection of the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid, Spain, and is unlikely ever to be auctioned. However, experts do estimate that the painting may be worth at least $200 million. Shop a large selection of paintings on 1stDibs.