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Figurative Paintings For Sale
Style: Expressionist
Style: Post-War
"Young Woman on Blue Chair" Contemporary Figurative Woman Nude by Shana Wilson
By Shana Wilson
Located in Carmel, CA
Shana Wilson's "Young Woman on Blue Chair" is a 16" x 20" (26.5x30.5 Framed) masterpiece that captures the essence of contentment and relaxation. The young nude woman, with brown hair and a tranquil expression, sits on a light blue chair against a backdrop of a warm, ochre-toned wall. Her posture, leaning to one side with one arm on the armrest and the other resting on her lap, exudes comfort. This framed artwork masterfully portrays a sense of calm and ease, inviting viewers to appreciate the serene moment it portrays. Wilson's attention to detail and use of color create a captivating and emotionally resonant composition.
About the Artist:
Over seven billion souls exist on this planet, each with a unique face and story. Shana transfers her visceral love for the human landscape to canvas, tenderly cradling its peaks and valleys, darkness and light, colors and neutrals, empty and full, hard edges and soft curves. Each brush stroke creates a controlled cacophony as it assembles the intricate jigsaw of the human face. An entire life’s journey is written on this human landscape; a journey that begs to be documented and treasured. Shana’s legacy project is to paint inspirational women from all walks of life, inclusive of all cultures and orientations. The subjects all have one thing in common; the ability to inspire and create social change. She pays tribute to them on canvas, painting a long overdue celebration of trail-blazing women. Visit any major gallery or museum in the world and it is teeming with paintings of nude women...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Board
See Beyond 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
I stared at the man with keen interest, hoping to know more about what life has in store for me. The man looked at me sternly, and I couldn’t be more convinced he had seen everything, including my afterlife. A strange language jolted me back to reality as I realized the lady in the room had arrived at the intersection where "Malaicha" and other spirits were. I watched in confusion as the man quickly scribbled down what appeared to be an interpretation of the foreign tongue. My patience dwindled per second as the man kept penning down words.
To shorten a long story short, the interpretation was presented in bold letters. My background was also written as additional proof of the veracity of the "spirit." I became eager to know the way forward. "Abeg, Sir, and Ma help my life." "I want to come out of my family's shackles and enemies," I pleaded. They exchanged a knowing look as if they’d been anticipating this moment. My pockets started running dry while my anxiety spiked. I was told to join their religion and denominations. Of course, it’s preferable to go from "God" to "God" in spiritual warfare. I wish to go back to the point of ignorance, where no one was after my life and every day was another day to conquer.
A few months later, I realized that to see beyond any circumstances, we must be at ease and calm; we are better able to discern people’s motivations. To see beyond is to see with our inner eyes rather than filthy, unknown eyes. To see beyond is to remain steadfast in personal prayer and to hold out hope that your prayers will be heard. To see beyond is to see beyond the limitations of flesh, realizing that you are gods.
Shipping Procedure
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery)
About Artist
Abiola was born in 1992, in Odo-ona Elewe, Ibadan, Nigeria. He was trained and mentored by Mr. Tope Fatunmbi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Oil, Mixed Media
See Beyond 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
I stared at the man with keen interest, hoping to know more about what life has in store for me. The man looked at me sternly, and I couldn’t be more convinced he had seen everything, including my afterlife. A strange language jolted me back to reality as I realized the lady in the room had arrived at the intersection where "Malaicha" and other spirits were. I watched in confusion as the man quickly scribbled down what appeared to be an interpretation of the foreign tongue. My patience dwindled per second as the man kept penning down words.
To shorten a long story short, the interpretation was presented in bold letters. My background was also written as additional proof of the veracity of the "spirit." I became eager to know the way forward. "Abeg, Sir, and Ma help my life." "I want to come out of my family's shackles and enemies," I pleaded. They exchanged a knowing look as if they’d been anticipating this moment. My pockets started running dry while my anxiety spiked. I was told to join their religion and denominations. Of course, it’s preferable to go from "God" to "God" in spiritual warfare. I wish to go back to the point of ignorance, where no one was after my life and every day was another day to conquer.
A few months later, I realized that to see beyond any circumstances, we must be at ease and calm; we are better able to discern people’s motivations. To see beyond is to see with our inner eyes rather than filthy, unknown eyes. To see beyond is to remain steadfast in personal prayer and to hold out hope that your prayers will be heard. To see beyond is to see beyond the limitations of flesh, realizing that you are gods.
Shipping Procedure
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery)
About Artist
Abiola was born in 1992, in Odo-ona Elewe, Ibadan, Nigeria. He was trained and mentored by Mr. Tope Fatunmbi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
Little Ballerina-original abstract figurative oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Little Ballerina I" by Iryna Yermolova is a captivating abstract figurative painting that captures the grace and innocence of a young dancer in a mom...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Snowman and bullfinches
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the serene connection between the whimsy of winter and the joyous spirit of nature. With each stroke, I evoke the frolicsome ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Euphoria 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
In "Euphoria," an evocative artwork by the skilled artist Kehinde Mayowa, a woman graces the canvas with a radiant smile that transcends the ordinary bo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
R. Poch 6 Purple Ladies Lilac acrylic painting
By Ramon Poch
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
6.-Purple ladies 130 x 100 cm acrylic painting
Born in Badalona (Barcelona).
Photographer and advertising film director.
Founding partner of the advertising production company La C...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Villa the Private Pool-original abstract figurative painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Villa the Private Pool" by Iryna Yermolova is a captivating abstract figurative painting that transports viewers to a serene and idyllic retreat. Executed with expressive strokes us...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Chapter of Tranquility
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"A Chapter of Tranquility" by Desmond Akindoju invites viewers into a serene tableau that captures the essence of peaceful coexistence. In this deligh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Ogbontarigi Obinrin (Extraordinary Woman)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Ogbontarigi Obinrin (Extraordinary Woman)" is a captivating artwork crafted by the talented Abiola Olabamiji. This masterpiece celebrates the essence...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
Teach Us To Love Ourselves
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Why do we carry hatred in our hearts like a pregnancy of agelong years?
Why do we fellowship in the cabals of backbiters when our friends find themselves at the peak of their worlds?...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
"Mother and Daughter" Expressionist Portrait in Oil on Cardstock
Located in Soquel, CA
"Mother and Daughter" Expressionist Portrait in Oil on Cardstock
Mid Century expressionist portrait by unknown artist Jane W. Grace (American, 20th C...
Category
1940s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Meadow Journey
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Meadow Journey" by Desmond Akindoju is an enchanting masterpiece that beckons viewers into a realm where innocence meets introspection. The focal poi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Euphoria 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
In "Euphoria," an evocative artwork by the skilled artist Kehinde Mayowa, a woman graces the canvas with a radiant smile that transcends the ordinary bo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Snowman with a flashlight 30X25
Located in Zofingen, AG
In my painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the whimsical joy and innocent warmth of winter's magic. Brushstrokes of oil dance across the canvas, framing a cheerful snowman as...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dress up the snowman! Gift Art 30X25
Located in Zofingen, AG
In the embrace of winter's chill, I crafted this oil painting, where vibrant touches of expressionism meet the tender narrative of impressionism. A child's innocent connection with a...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Snow Waltz
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I've poured my love for the whimsical dance of winter. Using expressive brushwork, I've materialized two joyful figures against a tapestry of icy blues and frosty whit...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Portrait Boy" Oil Painting 14.5" x 20" inch (1930) by Shaaban Zaki
By Shaaban Zaki
Located in Culver City, CA
"Portrait Boy" Oil Painting 14.5" x 20" inch (1930) by Shaaban Zaki
signed & dated
Shaaban Zaki came from a lower-middle-class family who was mostly government employees, but he wa...
Category
20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Angel above the City 40X50
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I channeled expressionistic energy to capture a guardian of the urban expanse. Her elongated form, draped in ethereal fabric, glides over the cityscape, showeri...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Happy snowman 30X30
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've captured a moment of pure, childlike wonder—a cheerful snowman set against a winter twilight. Its bright, lively colors evoke innocence and nostalgia, invi...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"El Sayyad" Pastel on Paper Painting 12" x 8" inch by Inji Efflatoun
Located in Culver City, CA
"El Sayyad" Pastel on Paper Painting 12" x 8" inch by Inji Efflatoun
circa 1960
Signed
Inji Eflatoun pursued free studies in art. Since 1942, she has participated in the exhibitio...
Category
20th Century Post-War Figurative Paintings
Materials
Archival Paper, Pastel
A Party
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
Born in 1962, Bludov was educated at the Faculty of Graphics at the Kiev State Art Institute in 1990. He is a member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine and a professor of art at the ...
Category
20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
"Green apples on the table" Oil on wood cm. 63 x 25 1970
By Enzo FARAONI
Located in Torino, IT
Still life, Apples, Green,
Enzo FARAONI (S. Stefano Magra, La Spezia, 1920/2017)
Enzo Faraoni is a great painter and engraver from Florence; he expresses the poetic everyday life o...
Category
1970s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Snowman in a fairy forest
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've captured a whimsical snowman, the embodiment of winter joy. The expressive strokes and vibrant palette evoke the crisp, enlivening air of a snowy forest. T...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
What If
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
In "What If," a mesmerizing artwork by the talented artist Obiora Anamaleze, a woman is depicted holding an apple with her face concealed by flowing l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Strength Within
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Strength Within," a poignant creation by Oshorenoya David Francis, unveils a compelling exploration of resilience and fortitude embodied with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
"Young Woman Seated" Green & Pink Contemporary Figurative Nude by Shana Wilson
By Shana Wilson
Located in Carmel, CA
In "Nude Woman Seated," a 40" x 30" oil on wood panel by Shana Wilson, there is an intimate portrayal of vulnerability and quiet strength. The artist employs a soft, earth-toned palette, with shades of warm beige, muted greens, and accents of coral, to craft the figure’s delicate form. Wilson's loose, confident brushstrokes lend a raw, textured quality, while the interplay of light and shadow captures the natural curves of the human body. The solitary figure, caught in a moment of repose, exudes a contemplative air, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of the human form and the subtle narratives contained within stillness.
About the Artist:
Over seven billion souls exist on this planet, each with a unique face and story. Shana transfers her visceral love for the human landscape to canvas, tenderly cradling its peaks and valleys, darkness and light, colors and neutrals, empty and full, hard edges and soft curves. Each brush stroke creates a controlled cacophony as it assembles the intricate jigsaw of the human face. An entire life’s journey is written on this human landscape; a journey that begs to be documented and treasured. Shana’s legacy project is to paint inspirational women from all walks of life, inclusive of all cultures and orientations. The subjects all have one thing in common; the ability to inspire and create social change. She pays tribute to them on canvas, painting a long overdue celebration of trail-blazing women. Visit any major gallery or museum in the world and it is teeming with paintings of nude women...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
"Young Women and Yellow Wall” Reclining Nude Figurative Female by Shana Wilson
By Shana Wilson
Located in Carmel, CA
"Reclining Woman Nude" by Shana Wilson is a 48" x 36" contemporary figurative nude that presents the human form in a subtle and graceful manner. The color palette is composed of soft, earthy tones such as warm browns and delicate creams, creating a sense of intimacy and vulnerability. The artist's unique style captures the essence of the subject through abstract shapes and gentle brushwork, allowing the viewer to engage with the emotion and sensuality of the reclining figure. This piece evokes a feeling of serenity and contemplation, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of the human body in its most relaxed and natural state.
About the Artist:
Over seven billion souls exist on this planet, each with a unique face and story. Shana transfers her visceral love for the human landscape to canvas, tenderly cradling its peaks and valleys, darkness and light, colors and neutrals, empty and full, hard edges and soft curves. Each brush stroke creates a controlled cacophony as it assembles the intricate jigsaw of the human face. An entire life’s journey is written on this human landscape; a journey that begs to be documented and treasured. Shana’s legacy project is to paint inspirational women from all walks of life, inclusive of all cultures and orientations. The subjects all have one thing in common; the ability to inspire and create social change. She pays tribute to them on canvas, painting a long overdue celebration of trail-blazing women. Visit any major gallery or museum in the world and it is teeming with paintings of nude women...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Unflappable 3
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Simon Obeka uses Unflappable to portray a woman showing calmness in a crisis.
Unflappable is a spectacular artwork that depicts the spirit of resilience and confidence during turmoil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Nkechi and Daniel
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Nkechi and Daniel," a heartwarming artwork by Ife Kalejaiye, brings to life the vibrant spirit and innocence of childhood friendship. The composition ce...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Conjugal Bond
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Conjugal Bond" is a captivating artwork that skillfully portrays the nuanced dynamics of connection and intimacy between a man and a woman. Executed with finesse by the artist, this...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
2Pac and Snoop
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"2Pac and Snoop" by James Ogamba Tochukwu is a striking artwork that pays homage to the iconic figures of 2Pac and Snoop Dogg, two influential figures in the world of hip-hop. The co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Coffee time Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting colour human comedy
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint, ink and collage on paper
Hand-signed and dated lower left by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Acrylic
Woman in the field
By John Bellany
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
Has an auction provenance.
About the artist: Another highly influential Scottish painter of this period. Born in Port Seaton, near Edinburgh, he studied at Edinburgh College of Art...
Category
1990s Post-War Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Christmas wish 60X90
Located in Zofingen, AG
In the soft embrace of oil pastels, I've lovingly woven a tapestry of pure innocence and wonder. My brushstrokes carry the gentle weight of dreams, as this young muse, with fairy win...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
American Modernist Oil Painting Gestural Landscape WPA Artist Group of 10
Located in Surfside, FL
Born in 1897, Ben-Zion Weinman celebrated his European Jewish heritage in his visual works as a sculptor, painter, and printmaker. Influenced by Spinoza, Knut Hamsun, and Wladyslaw Reymont, as well as Hebrew literature, Ben-Zion wrote poetry and essays that, like his visual work, attempt to reveal the deep “connection between man and the divine, and between man and earth.”
An emigrant from the Ukraine, he came to the US in 1920. He wrote fairy tales and poems in Hebrew under the name Benzion Weinman, but when he began painting he dropped his last name and hyphenated his first, saying an artist needed only one name.
Ben-Zion was a founding member of “The Ten: An Independent Group” The Ten” a 1930’s avant-garde group, Painted on anything handy. Ben-Zion often used cabinet doors...
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Le port de Sète (South of France) - Oil on canvas, 66x92 cm., framed
Located in Nice, FR
Oil on Canvas by François Desnoyer, not framed. It depictes the port at Sète, in Occitanie, France.
François Desnoyer, né à Montauban (Tarn-et-Garonne) le 30 septembre 1894, et mort...
Category
1950s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
R. Schuenke 1950's Portrait
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950's portrait painting signed Schuenke
Oil on canvas
We believe the artist is Robert Schuenke, but this is not confirmed.
Category
20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Lady on the balcony
Located in New York, NY
An excellent subject of the artists wife, Chantal who is his model and inspiration to this day. The quality of the detail is excellent as the artist was in the prime of his career at...
Category
1980s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"The Couple in Red" Mixed Media Contemporary Figurative Abstract by Helen Steele
By Helen Steele
Located in Carmel, CA
"Woman in Red" is a stirring 30" x 24" mixed media piece by Helen Steele that delves into the heart of contemporary expressionism. Steele's canvas is a whirlwind of emotion, articula...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Nature Call 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Nature Call," an enchanting artwork, captures the essence of artistic harmony through the portrayal of a woman playing the keyboard, evoking a symphony that resonates with the beauty of the natural world. Created with finesse, this piece by Achike Miracle Anayo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Forbidden kisses Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting colour human comedy
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint and ink on paper
Tondo (diameter 30 cm)
Hand-signed and dated lower left by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Ink, Paper
Afterthoughts Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting colour human comedy
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint and ink on paper pasted on canvas
Hand-signed by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Ink, Paper
King Be Shaved
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"King Be Shaved" by James Ogamba Tochukwu is a visually compelling artwork that captures a moment of intimate regality. The scene unfolds with a king about to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
I told you to see it Sergio Moscona Contemporary art tondo human comedy colour
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint and ink on paper
Tondo (diameter 30 cm)
Hand-signed and dated lower right
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Ink
Peace at home Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting human comedy drawing
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint on canvas
Hand-signed by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Still scared Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting colour human comedy red
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint, ink and collage on paper
Hand-signed and dated lower right by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic, Ink
She Tarries
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"She Tarries," a captivating artwork by Ife Kalejaiye, invites viewers into a moment of contemplation and introspection. At the focal point of the compos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Mixed Media, Charcoal
Sunshine and peace Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting human comedy drawing
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint, ink and collage on paper
Hand-signed and dated lower right by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Acrylic
To the bottom Sergio Moscona Contemporary art painting colour human comedy tondo
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint and ink on paper
Tondo (diameter 30 cm)
Hand-signed, entitled and dated lower right by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Acrylic
Words in the mouth Sergio Moscona Contemporary art tondo human comedy colour
Located in Paris, FR
Acrylic paint and ink on paper
Tondo (diameter 30 cm)
Hand-signed and dated lower right by the artist
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Ink, Acrylic
"9 Koi 23" Bright Orange, Yellow, Red, White Koi Swimming in Blue/Green Water
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
"9 Koi 23" is a complex work of koi fish swimming underwater filled with light and brilliant color painted in a lush and fluid style bordering on abstraction. Fish are in shades o...
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Woman portrait. 1955, oil on canvas, 50.5 x 40.6 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Woman portrait. 1955, oil on canvas, 50.5 x 40.6 cm
Provenance Bonhams
Category
1950s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Flourishing
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Flourishing," a masterpiece by Adegbola Deborah, is a visual testament to the profound philosophy that life's highest calling is not merely survival, but the active pursuit of thriv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Woman portrait. 1955, oil on canvas, 50.8 x 40.6 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Woman portrait. 1955, oil on canvas, 50.8 x 40.6 cm
Provenance Bonhams
Category
1950s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Self Love
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Self Love," a poignant creation by Adegbola Deborah, celebrates the essence of self-acceptance and the transformative power of embracing one's true identity. At the heart of this ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
Edith Desternes, The Church Notre-Dame de l'Assomption in Auvers-sur-Oise, 1920s
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on canvas by Edith Desternes (1901-2000), France, 1920s. The Church Notre-Dame de l'Assomption in Auvers-sur-Oise. This church has been painted in 1890 by Vincent van Gogh. At first glance, one is struck by the strength of this work. Then, on examination, one is captivated by this depth of soul and technique. Edith Desternes uses a thick paint here where black, and dark colors, play a privileged role. Thus the contrast between the warm and cold tones, surrounded by black, create an intense luminosity reminiscent of stained glass windows from the Middle Ages. Georges Rouault is present in this powerful work. With frame : 87x66 cm - 34.25x26 inches ; without frame : 81x60 cm - 31.9x23.6 inches ; 25P Format. Signed "E. Desternes" lower right (see photo). On the back, we notice the pictorial material dropped by the artist, it is not a restoration. The condition is excellent !
Céline Édith Desternes was born in Paris on February 21, 1901. She was the daughter of Louis Desternes (1864-1936), professor at the Lycée...
Category
1920s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sever Frentiu (Avant-garde painter) - 20th century figure portrait painting
Located in Varmo, IT
Sever Frentiu (Săcuieni 1931 - Bucharest 1997) - Male portrait.
65.5 x 39.5 cm without frame, 76.5 x 50.5 cm with frame.
Mixed media on paper, in a wooden frame.
- Work signed low...
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-War Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
Figurative Paintings for Sale
Figurative art, as opposed to abstract art, retains features from the observable world in its representational depictions of subject matter. Most commonly, figurative paintings reference and explore the human body, but they can also include landscapes, architecture, plants and animals — all portrayed with realism.
While the oldest figurative art dates back tens of thousands of years to cave wall paintings, figurative works made from observation became especially prominent in the early Renaissance. Artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance masters created naturalistic representations of their subjects.
Pablo Picasso is lauded for laying the foundation for modern figurative art in the 1920s. Although abstracted, this work held a strong connection to representing people and other subjects. Other famous figurative artists include Francis Bacon and Lucian Freud. Figurative art in the 20th century would span such diverse genres as Expressionism, Pop art and Surrealism.
Today, a number of figural artists — such as Sedrick Huckaby, Daisy Patton and Eileen Cooper — are making art that uses the human body as its subject.
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