Realist Animal Paintings

This whimsical oil painting by Marina Dieul, titled "Maison d'Emmental," created in 2023, features an endearing portrait of a mouse peering out from a hole within a block of emmental...

A stunning large oil on canvas by British nineteenth century artist Arthur William Redgate who was a Nottinghamshire based artist. He was a noted rustic landscape painter and he spec...

Conrado López's "Peacock," a 2023 original, masterfully marries acrylic, gold leaf, and oil on canvas in a piece measuring 100 x 65 cm (39.37 x 25.59 inches). This artwork, presented...

The paintings are drawn with acrylic on the hardboard (back side made of the double cardboard). The first image in the "You and I are of the same blood" series is "Black Panther. Gr...

This stunning Scottish oil painting is by noted landscape artist Douglas Falconer. Painted circa 1960 the composition is of a seated golden eagle in a mountainous highland landscape....

This lovely Victorian genre oil painting is by noted animal artist Arthur William Redgate. Painted circa 1900 the scene is a farm horse having a drink at a water trough outside a tav...

Conrado López's "Rooster," a 2023 artwork, is a striking representation of the vibrant and spirited nature of its subject. Crafted with acrylic, gold leaf, and oil on a canvas measur...

This stately piece, "Alpha" by artist Jessica Leonard is a 40x30" oil painting on raw Belgian linen depicting a horse rearing. Delicately drawn in charcoal, the artist layers on thi...

This is an original oil painting titled "Rencontre 3," created in 2023 by the artist Marina Dieul. It depicts a charming scene where a fluffy, yellow chick stands in a dark, square a...

Jill Soukup's "Jake & Yellow No. 2" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a rider on a horse herding cows. About the artist: Jill Soukup was born in Buffalo, New York...

This beautiful 19th century Dutch oil painting is by noted artist Willem or more often Willy Martens. Painted circa 1890 it is very much in the style of the Laren School. The Laren S...

The most ordinary rural landscape. A quiet life among nature. This place is a good place to relax after the hustle and bustle of the city. • Includes a certificate of authenticity si...

Jill Soukup's "White Racer" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a rider on a white horse with motion blur. About the artist: Jill Soukup ...

This equine painting, "Starting Gate Sunrise" is a 12x16" oil painting on canvas by artist Shawn Faust depicting a racehorse on his way to morning workout on the track. Bright early ...

Wisconsin artist, Cathryn Ruvalcaba creates images of classic midwestern farm scenes by zooming in on the animals that populate these fields. Her use of oil paint on gesso board offe...

Jill Soukup's "Bone in Blue" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a white horse with a backdrop of 4 dark horses and a blue sky. About the artist: Jill Soukup was bo...

Modern, expressive landscape. Running, speed, wind, inner freedom. It's all about horses. Sometimes you want to feel as free and light as the wind. • It is painted on a professional ...

This equine drawing, "Water Stool" is a 12x16 oil painting on canvas by artist Shawn Faust depicting a horse in the backstretch after morning workou...

Two donkeys grazing and a young man seated by them are bathed in light at day's end. The artist, Thomas Barker (known as 'Barker of Bath'), was a British painter of landscape and rural life. Born in 1769, at Trosnant near the village of Pontypool, in Monmouthshire, Barker showed a talent for drawing figures and designing landscapes at an early age although he was entirely self-taught. When he was sixteen his family moved to Bath where the patronage of a coach-builder named Charles Spackman allowed him to continue working as an artist. During the first four years he copied the works of the old Dutch and Flemish masters. Barker exhibited at the Royal Academy and the British Institution. His paintings were copied onto Staffordshire pottery, Worcester china...

Wisconsin artist, Cathryn Ruvalcaba creates images of classic midwestern farm scenes by zooming in on the animals that populate these fields. Her use of oil paint on gesso board offe...

This gorgeous British Victorian dog portrait oil painting is by noted animal artist George Denholm Armour. Painted in 1886 it is a lovely portrait of a red Irish Setter dog. The dog ...

This piece, "Hard Times" is a 16x20" oil painting on canvas by artist Adrian Rigby. Featured is the edge of a snow covered field where a red fox trails curiously through the deep sno...

Wisconsin artist, Cathryn Ruvalcaba creates images of classic midwestern farm scenes by zooming in on the animals that populate these fields. Her use of oil paint on gesso board offe...

A one of a kind 23x23 Magisterial Oil on Panel Painting executed by artist Margaret Chiaro. A certificate of authenticity will be provided upon its purchase or delivery. Margaret Chiaro was born in York...

Yookan Westfield Orange Cat's Thoughts, 2022 Oil on linen painting 24 × 24 × 2/5 inches This is a unique work Signed twice: Hand signed on the front; bears artist's handwritten label...

Wisconsin artist Cathryn Ruvalcaba creates images of classic midwestern farm scenes by zooming in on the animals that populate these fields. Her use of oil paint on gesso board offers a realist lens of these subjects. While her style nears photo realism, there is an added level of playfulness that sets her work apart. The bright, almost neon brush strokes that accent the scene bring out the life that exists within what a Wisconsin native would otherwise see as mundane. She personifies the animals she creates, making her subjects seem almost fantastical. Yet the familiarity of the species she paints roots these animals in reality. For example, she has endowed the sheep in this painting with the name "Earl". The eye contact...

Wisconsin artist, Cathryn Ruvalcaba creates images of classic midwestern farm scenes by zooming in on the animals that populate these fields. Her use of oil paint on gesso board offe...

In a classic black and white monochrome palette, Valarie Wolf skillfully captures the essence of bygone days with her intricate horse painting featuring two men and one woman riding horses, the latter in side saddle . Sitting aside was developed in European countries in the Middle Ages as a way for women in skirts to ride a horse in a modest fashion. It has retained a specialty niche even in the modern world. Valarie Wolf's horse painting successfully harkens back to olden days as well as evokes the nostalgia of original black and white photography...

Wisconsin artist, Cathryn Ruvalcaba creates images of classic midwestern farm scenes by zooming in on the animals that populate these fields. Her use of oil paint on gesso board offe...

Quiet rural life, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. The picture was painted in restrained tones. Minimalist style or Scandinavian style. • It is painted on a professional c...

This British double portrait of two collie dogs is simply gorgeous. Painted circa 1910 it is indistinctly signed but may be by K Pearce. The composition is the head and shoulders of ...

This piece, "Fox Portrait" is a 16x20" oil painting on canvas by artist Adrian Rigby. Featured is a red fox in the tangles of lush green brush and grass, peaking it's head out toward...

Cool blue and green colors create a special atmosphere of freshness. Running horses. Fresh wind after a summer rain. Impressions of rural nature. The painting was painted in restrain...

In a classic monochrome palette, Valarie Wolf skillfully captures the essence of bygone days with her intricate horse painting featuring a boy donned in vintage attire. The artwork harkens back to yesteryear and evokes the nostalgia of original black and white photography...

In a classic monochrome palette, Valarie Wolf skillfully captures the essence of bygone days with her intricate horse painting featuring a man with a cap donned in vintage attire. The artwork harkens back to yesteryear and evokes the nostalgia of original black and white photography...

This painting is dedicated to courage, strength and beauty. Men and horses, interaction, love. Powerful and restrained color. The main color is saturated green. This painting conveys positive energy, the central element of your decor. • Linen canvas, high-quality oil paints. • Two coats of protective gloss varnish were applied that protect the painting from UV rays and dust. • Signed and dated by the artist on the back. • Includes a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist. Please do not hesitate to contact me! Thank you for visiting my art! Best regards! Andrei Sitsko

This superb British 19th century equine oil painting is by noted horse lover, George Gascoyne. Painted in 1889, this French born chestnut horse is Phoenix. While he was essentially a miler, Phoenix (sometimes seen spelled as “Phenix”) came from a family that had produced Classic winners in France at up to 15 furlongs. He proved an excellent sire following his export to Argentina, becoming the foundation stallion for Guillermo Kemmis' breeding program at Haras Las Rosas. This painting is from his time in Argentina with Kemmis. Phoenix is depicted in a flat landscape against a vivid blue sky. A gentleman, possibly his owner, Guillermo Kemmis, stands smiling in front of him holding his reigns and gives perspective to how tall Phoenix is. Although in profile, Phoenix is turning to look at the viewer, his chestnut coat gleaming and his anatomy perfectly portrayed. This is a superb Victorian equine portrait of a noted horse in the 19th century and is a lovely example of Gascoyne's work as a horse lover. Signed with initials and dated GG 1889 lower right. Provenance. Inscribed "Phenix" (Cymbal -- Belle-Etoile) by George Gascoyne, Sittingbourne, Kent to reverse. Condition. Oil on canvas, 36 inches by 28 inches and in good condition. Frame. Housed in a wooden frame, 44 inches by 36 inches and in good condition. HORSE BIOGRAPHY Phoenix (FR) 1875 – 1893? Chestnut horse. Cymbal (GB) x Belle Etoile (FR), by First Born (FR) Family 25. While he was essentially a miler, Phoenix (sometimes seen spelled as “Phenix”) came from a family that had produced Classic winners in France at up to 15 furlongs. He proved an excellent sire following his export to Argentina, becoming the foundation stallion for Guillermo Kemmis' breeding program at Haras Las Rosas. Race record. Complete record unavailable but as follows: 1878: Won Prix de la Forêt (FR, 1600mT, Longchamp) 1879: Won July Cup (ENG, 6FT, Newmarket July). Won Rous Memorial Stakes (ENG, 8FT, Ascot). Won Bunbury Stakes (ENG, Newmarket). 2nd Rosebery Handicap (ENG, Epsom) 1880: Won Lennox Stakes (ENG, Goodwood) As a stallion: Phoenix was the Argentine champion sire six times, reaching the top in 1887-1890, 1892 and 1895. Notable progeny: Hawk Eye (ARG), Lenape (ARG), Marinera (ARG), Osiris (ARG), San Martín (ARG), Surplice (ARG) Connections: Phoenix was owned by Comte Frédéric de Lagrange. After being exported to Argentina, he stood at Haras Las Rosas, the stud farm of leading Argentine breeder Guillermo Kemmis. His last known foals were born in 1894. Pedigree notes: Phoenix is outcrossed through five generations. Sired by Cymbal, a son of 1861 Derby Stakes winner Kettledrum, he is out of Belle Etoile, whose half sister Garenne (by Gladiator or Ethirion or Freystrop) is the second dam of 1894 Prix Royal-Oak (French St. Leger) winner Gouvernail and the third dam of 1894 Prix du Jockey Club (French Derby...

This equine piece, "Wise Dan" is a 24x24 oil painting on canvas by artist Shawn Faust depicting a racehorse Wise Dan with jockey John R. Velazquez mounted atop. An intriguing crop on...

Valarie Wolf's horse painting, an elegant profile of a Thoroughbred is a beautiful the statement. The details of the handsome Bay Thoroughbred horse's profile are more outstanding w...

Valarie Wolf's painting "Night Travel" is an excellent example of her charming narrative horse paintings. The way she portrays the misty breath of the carriage horse on a charming c...

Title: White Horse Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 31.5 x 23.5 inches Frame: Framing options available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Year: 2000 Circa Ar...

This beautifully composed British Edwardian still life oil painting is attributed to noted fish artist Rowland Knight. Painted circa 1910 it is a still life of salmon and rainbow tro...

This equine piece, "Paint" is a 36x36 oil painting on canvas by artist Shawn Faust depicting a breathtaking painted horse, or spotted horse. Subtle hues of pink and blues soften the ...

Tom Judd Casey (for the "Patrick Eddington Cat Project), 2000 Acrylic, Mixed Media and Metal painting on board Signed and dated in pencil on the front 12 × 10 1/2 inches This is a unique painting Tom Judd Biography This is a lovely mixed media painting by popular Philadelphia based artist, Tom Judd. Provenance: Estate of Patrick Eddington. Patrick Eddington was a Utah school teacher who had the improbable idea of writing to his favorite artists and asking them to draw or paint pictures of cats. “This project is a labor of love," Eddington wrote of his endeavor in a 2004 letter. “It will culminate as a large book and traveling exhibition. It will also help Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. I’ve asked individuals I admire to create cat-related works. They are not the typical cat images but creative works.” Patrick Eddington passed away in early 2016 and his vision was, unfortunately, never realized. Nonetheless, artists like Keith Haring, Joel Peter Witkin...

Sir Alexander Von BENSA Panel Size: 18 x 25" Outside Frame Size: 26 x 34" Oil on panel in very good condition and has benefited from a light clean only. Original frame Austrian Sc...

Shelli Langdale's "Silent Echoes," created in 2023, vividly depicts a woman with flowing dark red hair as she shares a moment with a white horse, set against a striking blue sky scat...

This rare original equine painting by renowned artist, Jenness Cortez, features legendary racehorse Secretariat sprinting towards the finish line at the 1973 Belmont race, winning by an incredible and historical 31 lengths. Titled, “Secretariat, Winning the Belmont at 31 Length”, this beautiful oil painting measures 16 x 24.5 and is framed in an ornate warm silver and gold frame, complete with a commemorative plaque. Secretariat is widely considered to be the greatest racehorse of all time and the most recognizable name in thoroughbred racing. Big Red, as he is most often affectionately referred, became America’s Horse after his historic Triple Crown win in 1973, winning the Belmont Stakes by an unimaginable 31 lengths (in world record time) in what stands today as the single greatest horseracing performance ever. About Jenness Cortez: Jenness Cortez is a distinguished figure in the contemporary revival of classical realist painting. She was born in Indiana and exhibited a very early talent for art. As a teenager, she took private lessons with Antonius Raemaekers...

Brian Mashburn's painting "Cottontail," crafted in 2023, is an evocative exploration of the delicate balance between nature and vestiges of civilization. Inspired by the misty terrai...

This rare original equine painting by renown artist, Jenness Cortez, features a stately portrait of legendary racehorse Secretariat standing in the lush verdant grass at Claiborne Farm. Bathing in the warmth of an afternoon sun, Secretariat's copper-colored beauty is captured perfectly. Titled, “Secretariat as a Stallion Claiborne Farm”, this beautiful oil painting measures 18.5 x 24.5 and is framed in an ornate gold frame, finished with a commemorative plaque. Secretariat is widely considered to be the greatest racehorse of all time and the most recognizable name in thoroughbred racing. Big Red, as he is most often affectionately referred, became America’s Horse after his historic Triple Crown win in 1973, winning the Belmont Stakes by an unimaginable 31 lengths (in world record time) in what stands today as the single greatest horseracing performance ever. About Jenness Cortez: Jenness Cortez is a distinguished figure in the contemporary revival of classical realist painting. She was born in Indiana and exhibited a very early talent for art. As a teenager, she took private lessons with Antonius Raemaekers...

Characterized by his deeply honest means of expression and fascination with Orientalism, Surrealism, and social commentary, Moscow painter Stanislav Plutenko brings his vivid dreams to life. Like a rush of blood to the head, inspiration for his next painting overwhelms Moscow realist Stanislav Plutenko with authority — and the artist must act quickly to record his visions before they fade. “At times when I look at the snow-white canvas in front of me, I see obscure images and my mind tries to freeze the moment and not lose any of those feelings or visions,” he writes. “I try to complete and develop these visions in order to transmit the fragile world that I see onto the canvas.” For Plutenko, this fragile world, experienced during his travels abroad to Asia, the Middle East, and India, are focused and reinterpreted artistically. He continues, “Inspiration comes like a hallucination or a vivid dream that only children have. With time, these dreams become bleaker, fainter, and disappear. First, I feel nostalgic, then the artistic drive takes over, I dissolve into the canvas, losing all track of time.” “Cock Fight” is a representative example, recording Plutenko’s observations from India, Pakistan, and the Middle East. As he draws upon his love of Orientalism, we find an energetic group of men who crowd around a pair of cocks, their feathers raised in powerful, aggressive fashion. Despite the painting’s subject, the painting is — in fact — an intense study of emotion, individuality, culture, and expression. Plutenko writes, “This painting is an illustration of human passions and the human character. There are mixed emotions in this work — the excitement of the approaching victory, greed, cruelty, and disappointment. So many emotions at the same time — a treasure trove for genre painting.” Indeed, each onlooker is treated with astonishing sensitivity, their expressions, gestures, individuality, and emotions captured with clarity. The captivating composition and attention to each character recall the traditional works of Baroque masters and has a timeless quality. “Christ in the Desert” is a fantastic modern reinterpretation of a traditional artistic theme. Sitting at center among piles of rubbish and debris, a weary Christ appears in worn white and green robes. Christ does not engage the viewer, but gazes downward with a saddened expression. “This painting is how I see the second coming of Christ,” writes the artist. “War and urbanizations have ravaged the land, physically and spiritually. Who should be saved? Who will listen to the truth?” Especially fascinating is how open Plutenko is to his artistic communication, describing himself like a chef who has several key ingredients or spices at his disposal. He writes, “I am like a chef who has several spices (themes) in my arsenal — Romanticism and sugar, Surrealism and salt, Orientalism and spice, the grotesque and hot peppers. I mix everything and hope to nourish the world with the ‘soup.’” Indeed, Surrealism comes to the fore in works like “Tree-Cloud,” which recalls the famous poetic tale The Little Prince by French poet Antonie de Saint-Exupéry. The painting here shows an otherworldly escape in the clouds. Plutenko describes, “‘Tree-Cloud’ is my escape from the big world into a tiny, quiet and cozy world.” In the future, Plutenko wants to continue pushing his artistic boundaries and working in a variety of mediums. “There are times that I wish to get away from the usual subject matter and paint a series of works that are uncharacteristic of my usual style,” he asserts. “Maybe someday I will do something under a pseudonym!” Plutenko is currently represented through a number of galleries and private collections in the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Monaco, Finland, France, Switzerland, and the United States at East West Fine Art...

Antique Dog Painting of a Terrier Jules Chardigny (1849-1892) Circa 1870 Oil on wood panel 8 1/8 x 5 5/8 (13 1/4 x 10 3/4 frame) inches This is one of several examples of dogs being painted in this precise style as face-on with a mirthful expression that we've located. The examples all seemingly date to around 1870 and were painted by several artists all who rather contemporaneous of one another; Louis...

Brian Mashburn's "Red Wolf" from 2023 is an exceptional piece that elegantly conveys the artist's distinct intersection of urban, industrial landscapes with the mesmerizing beauty of...

This charming British Victorian genre oil painting is by noted exhibited artist John Morgan. Painted circa 1870 the composition is two young girls, one dark haired one blonde, who ar...

"Rads with Stick" is a charming dog painting of a Terrier swimming along proudly holding his stick in the air. Kait Ballantyne's dog paintings often explore the interaction of Bord...

Antique Dog Painting of "Mignonne" dated 1876 Louis Eugène Bourgeois (French 1831-1878) Pastel on cardboard Signed lower left "E. Bourgeois" Inscribed upper right "Mignonne." Rever...

"Reckoning" by Brian Mashburn is a captivating and haunting masterpiece that invites viewers to explore a foggy mountain landscape. This original painting is meticulously crafted usi...