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Figurative Paintings For Sale
16th Century Oil on Panel Flemish Antique Painting The Calling of Saint Matthew
Located in Vicoforte, IT
Great Flemish painting from the second half of the 16th century. Oil on panel artwork depicting a fascinating evangelical episode, the Calling of Saint Matthew. A painting of extraor...
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16th Century Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Board

Oil On Canvas "young Oriental With Spindle" By Charles Landelle
Located in Gavere, BE
"Oil On Canvas "young Oriental With Spindle" By Charles Landelle" Charles Zacharie Landelle (1821 in Laval - 1908 in Chennevières-sur-Marne) is a French genre and portrait painter. ...
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19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

17th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Religious Painting Madonna with Child, 1650
Located in Vicoforte, IT
Refined 17th century Italian painting. Oil on canvas artwork depicting a splendid Madonna and Child, of remarkable pictorial quality, inspired by the Tuscan school of Andrea del Sart...
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1650s Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Still Life with Fruit - Oil Paint by Sirio Pellegrini - 1968
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on cardboard realized by Sirio Pellegrini in 1968. Hand signed lower right. Includes a beautiful wooden frame, one-of-a-kind realized by the Artist cm. 59x68.5.
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1960s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Plywood, Oil

Whimsical Naive Mediterranean Seaside Interior Folk Art Oil Painting Fanch Ledan
Located in Surfside, FL
Francois "Fanch" Ledan (Born 1949) French American artist Oil on Canvas. Hand signed and dated 2002 Dimensions: overall Size: 25 1/4 x 25 1/4 in. Sight Size: 15 1/2 x 15 1/2 in. D...
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20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Landscape in Falconara - Paint by Sirio Pellegrini - 1968
Located in Roma, IT
Oil and tempera on cardboard realized by Sirio Pellegrini in 1968. Hand signed and dated. It represents a seascape in Falconara Marittima. A wooden frame realized by the Artist in...
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1960s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Tempera, Cardboard

Mediterranean Coastal Scene with Rural Property & Trees in French Countryside
Located in Preston, GB
Mediterranean Coastal Scene with Rural Property & Trees in French Countryside, by 20th Century French Artist, Jean-Pierre Vignat (Born 1913) Art measures 21 x 14.5 inches Frame me...
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Early 20th Century French School Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Three Sisters in Blue Mountains, New South Wales Australia by Australian Artist
Located in Preston, GB
"The Three Sisters" in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia by Australian Artist, Alan Robert Colquhoun Grieve (1910-1970). Art measures 21 x 17 inches Frame measures 28 x 24 inches (Original ornate period frame is commensurate with age) Vintage 1960's Born in Sydney in 1910, Alan Robert Colquhoun Grieve studied at the Julian Ashton School and the East Sydney Technical College and with Australian artist Herbert Edward Badham. Alan Grieve has notably exhibited at Royal Arts Society in Sydney and was Vice President of the Australian Arts Society. His work is held in private collections the world over, including The Art Gallery of New South Wales, The Fred & Elinor Wrobel Collection in Sydney and the Howard Hilton Collection. He has won numerous art prizes during the 20th Century. This painting was bought from Gordon Galleries in Double Bay, Sydney, New South Wales in circa 1962 by Major General Sir Douglas Kendrew KCMG, CB, CBE, DSO - Governor of Western Australia from 1963 to 1974. The Three Sisters are an unusual rock formation in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, on the north escarpment of the Jamison Valley. They are located close to the town of Katoomba and are one of the Blue Mountains' best known sites, towering above the Jamison Valley. The Legend: The Aboriginal dream-time legend has it that three sisters, 'Meehni', 'Wimlah' and 'Gunnedoo' lived in the Jamison Valley as members of the Katoomba tribe. These beautiful young ladies had fallen in love with three brothers from the Nepean tribe, yet tribal law...
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1960s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Sailboats under Moonlight, A Rare Large Oil Painting by Otto Lindberg From 1926
Located in Stockholm, SE
In this serene nocturnal scene, two sailboats drift quietly under the glow of a full moon. The largest boat’s dark sails are silhouetted against a deep blue sky, while the moon hangs...
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1920s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Café in the Old Town
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Old Town Cafe" is a fleeting moment in an urban cafe shaded by tall leafy trees. Friends sit together, sipping coffee, sharing dreams and casual conversations, reminding us that bea...
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2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Late 20th Century Expressionist, DUBONNET, Self Portrait With Cats
Located in Cotignac, FR
Late 20th century oil on paper by the French artist Armand Avril. Signed and dated bottom right. The painting is an interesting thematic work by Avril inspired by the iconic adverti...
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Late 20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Paper, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French school Landscape Windmill and Moon painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
➡️Luminous - beautiful Landscape⬅️ ⭐Structural Analysis⭐ This painting features a serene landscape from 19th century ⏩Windmill as Central Symbol: The windmill is a quintessential...
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Early 1800s Tonalist Figurative Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"American Cheese", Sewn Collage of Cheesesteak Shop in Textile Cityscape
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"American Cheese" is an original artwork by Eustace Mamba and measures 24"h x 24"w x 1.5"d. The artists cuts, arranges, sews, and collages fabric and paints to create layers of textu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Textile, Paint, Mixed Media

"Rest" Figurative Painting of Young Man On Grass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Rest"is an original artwork by Alain Jean-Baptiste and measures 48"h x 36"w x 1.5"d. This work is made from oil paints on canvas and ships with a gallery-issued Ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Crayon, Oil

Early Painting from Puerto Orotava (Puerto de la Cruz), Tenerife, 1894
Located in Stockholm, SE
This small oil painting on board (21.5 x 33 cm) is a rare early work by Swedish landscape painter Carl Johansson (1863–1944). Painted during the artist’s 1894 travels to the Canary I...
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1890s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Board

Motion Capture Studio 7 - Original Oil on Linen Painting with Multiple Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
Motion Capture #9 explores the conventional representation of females in Western figurative art yet contrasting it with the contemporary imagery of that subject via computer-based im...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Linen, Oil

The Four Seasons: Summer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Originally painted for Louis XV's mistress Madame de Pompadour, this sensuous work of voluptuous bathing nudes is a copy of Boucher's "The Four Seasons...
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19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Daily Life Scene in a 17th Century Vermeer Style - Dutch Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Pasadena, CA
This tribute painting to Flemish art by an unknown artist portrays figures inside a mansion with a yellow and black checkerboard floor and a stained-glass window with brilliant color...
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1940s Flemish School Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

"KING FISH" painting, acrylic in canvas, art brut, pop art style.
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original painting by Daria Kusto. Acrylic on canvas. The magic flow reality... It is sent rolled in a tube, safe and express shipping to the whole world.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Permanent Marker

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Set of 10 Landscapes by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Signed: Yes Medium: Pastel on unframed paper Size: 10.5 inches (height) x 16.5 inches (width) Condition: As is no...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

1930's French Painting Interior Scene Lady Seated by Window, Framed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lady in Interior by Etienne Auguste Krier (French, 1875-1953) titled verso signed initials oil painting on board, framed framed: 15 x 10 inches board: 13 x 9 inches condition: very g...
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Fine British Portrait of Catherine Parr Henry VIII's Wife Framed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of Catherine Parr (1512-1548) English School, 20th century after the earlier painting oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 37.5 x 31.5 inches canvas: 30 x 24 inches condit...
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20th Century English School Figurative Paintings

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Oil

"Beneath the Blue Ridge"
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Beneath the Blue Ridge" is from my series dedicated to the beauty of Austrian nature. The beauty of nature and the lake where I live inspired me to create this series. Made by blend...
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2010s Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

French Impressionist Oil on Canvas Landscape, The Poppy Field
Located in Cotignac, FR
Early 20th Century French oil on canvas landscape of a field with poppies by René Albert Raphaël Gouin. The painting is signed bottom left and there are stencil stamps to the back st...
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

The Cat Knows but Says Nothing
Located in Zofingen, AG
A woman sits in a sunlit room with soft geometric lines and a peaceful color palette of green, beige, and blue. A black cat rests on her lap, staring out the window at a calm, bl...
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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"La Fontaine" Countryside Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas w Fountain & Figures
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century charming oil painting depicting figures by the fountain on a lush spring day. An abundance of nature if felt along with the activities of the day; a beautiful w...
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Startled
Located in Denver, CO
Hunt Slonem's artistic trajectory has always been characterized by a deep exploration of spiritual themes. His use of repetition in form—particularly with his beloved bunnies—serves ...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Wood, Oil

Fine 19th C. French Academic Oil Painting Portrait Semi Nude Male with Sword
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Study of a Semi Nude Man holding Sword French School, late 19th century oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 30 x 24 inches canvas: 29 x 23 inches condition: very good provenance: ...
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Late 19th Century French School Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Chess Player II - Expressive Abstract Colorful Figurative Portrait Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valerie Etitinwo's unique approach to abstract figurative painting celebrates the unconventional beauty found in imperfection and awkwardness. The Nigerian-Swiss artist uses bold col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Pair of paintings ALLEGORY OF ASTRONOMY & ALLEGORY OF PAINTING
Located in Milano, IT
This precious pair of paintings represents two allegories with symbolic charm and compositional finesse, executed by 17th-century Bergamasque artist. The allegory of Astronomy is acc...
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17th Century Italian School Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Black Sea. Ukraine
Located in Zofingen, AG
Two figures stand, facing the horizon, their eyes fixed on a missile flying horizontally. Its fiery trail cuts through the calm sky, and the moment hangs between “there’s still time”...
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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic

17th Century Oil on Panel Italian Religious Painting Christ Carrying the Cross
Located in Vicoforte, IT
Splendid Italian painting from the first half of the 17th century. Oil on panel artwork of remarkable pictorial quality depicting Christ carrying the cross. The subject found particu...
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1650s Figurative Paintings

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Wood, Oil

French Mid 20th Century Pastel of Lakeside Landscape with Red Boat
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Mid 20th Century Pastel of Lakeside Landscape with Red Boat by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Signed: Yes Medium: Pastel on unframed paper Size: 19.5 inch...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Pastel of Beachgoers with Sailboat
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Pastel of Beachgoers with Sailboat by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Medium: Pastel on unframed paper Size: 12.5 inches (heig...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Beach Scene with Women and Parasol
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Beach Scene with Women and Parasol by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Signed: Yes Medium: Pastel on unframed paper Size: 10.5 ...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Ink and Wash Cityscape with Palm Tree
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Ink and Wash Cityscape with Palm Tree by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Signed: Yes Medium: Ink and watercolour on unframed p...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Ink, Watercolor

Mid-Century French Pastel Botanical Study With Red Flowers and Green Foliage
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid-Century French Pastel Botanical Study With Red Flowers and Green Foliage by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Medium: Pastel on unframed paper Size: 14.5 inches...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

"View of Venice Canal" Orientalist Post-Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
A masterful oil painting depicting a view of a Venice Canal by T.E. Pencke. As an Impressionist and orientalist painter, he was known for his detailed works depicting scenes from dai...
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20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Plaisirs de l'été" Lakeside Landscape Oil Painting Canvas of Figures w Flowers
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century charming oil painting depicting two women and child near a lake picking flowers. Demarest was known for her charming intimate figurative scenes portraying life ...
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Sailing the Norfolk Broads, Early 20th Century British Seascape w/ Sailboats
Located in Beachwood, OH
Charles Mayes Wigg (British, 1889-1969) Sailing the Norfolk Broads Oil on canvas Signed lower left, signed and inscribed verso 12 x 16 inches 16 x 20.5 inches, framed Charles Mayes ...
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Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Blue Side
Located in Denver, CO
Hunt Slonem's artistic trajectory has always been characterized by a deep exploration of spiritual themes. His use of repetition in form—particularly with his beloved bunnies—serves ...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Wood, Oil

Joyce Roybal Original Painting on Canvas Musicians Signed & Framed Artwork
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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Late 20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Russian Figure Study of a Girl in a Folk Dress
Located in Stockholm, SE
This compelling full-length figure study depicts a girl dressed in traditional Russian folk attire sitting on a chair. Likely painted by a Russian artist in the second half of the 19...
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Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

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Paper, Oil, Cardboard

Late 19th Century Portrait of a Nun, Italian Artist
Located in Beachwood, OH
Luigi Morgari (Italian, 1857–1935) The Nun Oil on canvas mounted on board Signed lower right 14 x 12 inches 21.5 x 19.5 inches, framed Luigi Morgari was an Italian painter, primaril...
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Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Huge 1940's Circle of Fernand Leger Figurative Portraits Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figurative Portraits French School, illegibly signed and dated 47' circle of Fernand Leger (French 1881-1955) oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 38 x 58.5 inches Provenance: private col...
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Asked you how you were doing
Located in Zofingen, AG
This artwork is about the beginning of falling in love—when even asking the object of your affection a simple question like "how re you doin'?" fills you with sharp anxiety and embar...
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2010s Modern Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

BLUE 2 by Ramon Enrich - Geometric landscape painting, architecture
Located in Paris, FR
BLUE 2 is an acrylic on canvas painting by Spanish contemporary artist Ramon Enrich, dimensions are 60 cm x 80 cm (23.6 × 31.5 in). The artwork is signed, sold unframed and comes wit...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Christ on the Cold Stone – After Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Located in Stockholm, SE
This striking devotional image, painted by a follower of Jan Gossaert, represents one of the most influential compositions of the Northern Renaissance: Christ on the Cold Stone, or C...
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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Parasol Parade, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Mary Pratt paints women parading with parasols, each unique in their own way. "Geishas intrigue me, and I never tire of capturing their beauty," says Mary. The intricate patterns of their kimonos stand...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Cat Therapy
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, we see a minimalist room with a huge window, beyond which stretches a sky filled with fluffy white clouds. Muted colors dominate—the blue of the sky contrasts beaut...
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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

WILDLIFE LOVE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Painting made by DarIa Kusto and Angel Rivas and signed by both Shipped rolled in a tube, without frame! 5cm/2" extra of white edge around the painting surface Can make commissione...
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2010s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

Evening Sail – Sunset Reflections by the Swedish Coast
Located in Stockholm, SE
This charming marine painting by Swedish artist Ludvig Richarde captures a lone sailboat gliding across calm waters, bathed in the delicate light of dusk. The palette is rich in soft...
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Board

1970's French Modernist Signed Oil Nude Lady on Beach Superb Quality Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'Place Privee' by Danie Gruau ( 20th Century French School) signed oil on canvas, unframed dated 76' canvas: 15 x 24 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condition: very goo...
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20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

"Let Them Eat Cake" (2014) by Suzy Smith, Original Oil Painting, Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
Suzy Smith's "Let Them Eat Cake" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a portrait of a female nude with a crown set against a backdrop inspired by a Wayne Thiebaud cake...
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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

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Linen, Oil, Panel

Mid-20th Century Pastel of Hilltop Ruins and Forest Path in France
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Mid-20th Century Pastel of Hilltop Ruins and Forest Path in France by Anne Marie Migette Perard (French 1902-1977) Medium: Pastel on unframed paper Size: 11 inches (height) x ...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Pastel

"Outdoor Cafe" Parisian Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas Scene with Figures
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional impressionistic depiction of an afternoon at an outdoors Cafe in Paris by Mario Passoni, on a spring day with the busy activities of people walking and others seated ...
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Late 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mid 19th Century French Portrait of Woman in Large White Headpiece Large Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Woman in Traditional Headpiece French/ Swiss, dated 1855 signed oil on canvas, framed dated 1855 framed: 34 x 27 inches canvas: 32 x 25 inches Provenance: private coll...
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Mid-19th Century French School Figurative Paintings

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Oil

"Parisian Street Scene at Twilight" Post War Impressionist Oil Canvas Painting
Located in New York, NY
A masterful oil painting depicting a view of Paris at twilight. This piece is a pertinent example of the works produced during the 20th Century by the artist with use of beautiful co...
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20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Striking Original Oil Painting FEMALE NUDE IN AN INTERIOR Kitchen Sink School
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Frank Johnson (1917-1998) British TITLE: “Female Nude In Bathroom Interior" MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 70cm x 59cm inc frame CONDITION: very goo...
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Late 20th Century Feminist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

"Parisian Street Scene by Champs Elysees" Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oil on canvas painting by Georges Gerbier. He was a French painter known for colorfully rich cityscapes depicting the times of her generation. This painting is a wonderfu...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Last Light" - Oil on Canvas Winter Landscape with Sunset Mountains
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s Last Light (2025) is an original, handmade oil painting on canvas that captures the fleeting beauty of twilight as it falls over a snow-covered plain and the rugged p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard 19th Century Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Description: Fabio Fabbi: A Master of Orientalist Intrigue The painting is signed on the bottom left side. Fabio Fabbi, an esteemed Italian artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, emerged as a prominent figure within the Orientalist art movement. Born in Rome in 1861, Fabbi’s passion for capturing the exotic and mysterious landscapes and cultures of the East would define his artistic career and leave an indelible mark on the art world. Fabbi’s artistic journey began with formal training at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Rome, where he developed a deep appreciation for classical techniques and aesthetics. However, it was his encounters with Orientalist themes and subjects that ignited his imagination and set him on a path to becoming a renowned master of Orientalist art. One of Fabbi’s most captivating works, “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard,” stands as a testament to his exceptional talent for depicting scenes of intrigue and sensuality within the luxurious settings of the Ottoman Empire. This mesmerizing painting invites viewers into the opulent world of a harem, where a group of beautiful women gracefully gather in a sunlit courtyard. Fabbi’s brushwork skillfully captures the vibrant colors, exquisite textiles, and intricate architectural details that define the environment. In “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard,” Fabbi delves into the alluring realm of the harem, exploring the interplay between power, desire, and secrecy. With meticulous attention to detail, he captures the expressions and body language of the women, evoking a sense of mystery and sensuality. The play of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the composition, further immersing viewers in the rich atmosphere of the scene. Fabbi’s ability to weave narratives within his artworks sets him apart. “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard” not only showcases his technical skill but also tells a story—a glimpse into a hidden world that fascinates and captivates. Through his artistry, Fabbi offers a nuanced portrayal of Eastern culture, emphasizing the beauty and complexity that lie beneath the surface. Throughout his career, Fabio Fabbi gained recognition and admiration for his Orientalist works. His paintings were exhibited in prominent galleries across Europe, where audiences marveled at his ability to transport them to distant lands and evoke a sense of wonder and intrigue. Fabbi’s talent for capturing the essence of Orientalist themes and his exquisite attention to detail earned him a place among the most respected artists of his time. Fabio Fabbi’s legacy lives on through his remarkable artworks. His ability to portray the mysteries and allure of the East continues to inspire and captivate art enthusiasts worldwide. “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard” exemplifies Fabbi’s mastery of the Orientalist genre, inviting viewers to step into a world of beauty, enchantment, and hidden desires. His paintings exhibited at prestigious venues in Turin and Milan. Knighted in the Order of the Crown of Italy in 1892. Notable works include the Sacred Heart...
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19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Mom in Love" 19th Century Academic Realistic French Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Émile Munier, a French academic artist born in 1840, was renowned for his exquisite depictions of children and domestic scenes during the late 19th century. "Mom in Love," a masterpi...
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19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

"Autumn, New England" Charles Warren Eaton, Tonalist Gloaming Sunset in Woods
Located in New York, NY
Charles Warren Eaton Autumn, New England Signed lower right Oil on canvas 30 x 36 inches Provenance Private Collection, Connecticut A contemporary critic wrote that the paintings o...
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Early 1900s Tonalist Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Serie Dibujos Felices 10 - Original Red Blue Watercolor and Ink Artwork on Paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergio Valenzuela “Valenz” is a contemporary Guatemalan artist who tells stories with everyday objects, primarily expressing them with graphite and acrylic on canvas. His artworks pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Ink, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Archival Paper

"Sacré-Cœur & Montmatre Paris" French Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
Charles Blondin was known for his impressionistic street scenes depicting popular locations in Europe. This painting is a tremendously vivid and alive street scene from Paris in the ...
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antony Rives, Portrait of the brother of the artist, 1888, painting signed
Located in Paris, FR
Antony Rives, Portrait of the brother of the artist, 1888 Titled "A mon frère" (to my brother) dated and signed upper left Oil on canvas 61 x 50 cm In its vintage frame : 71 x 59 c...
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1880s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

A party at the house in the woods: Constant Troyon student Barbizon painting
Located in Norwich, GB
Born in Marseille in the South of France, Fabius Brest studied initially with Émile Loubon in Marseille and subsequently with the Constant Troyon in Paris. Brest travelled to Turkey ...
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1840s Barbizon School Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

DEEP LOVE
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Original art by Daria Kusto. Acrylic , acrylic markers, spray on canvas acrylic varnish Shipped rolled in a tube, From Spain.
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Huge 18th Century Classical Italianate Arcadian Landscape Figures & Buildings
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figures in an Arcadian Landscape Italian School, 18th century follower of Claude Lorrain (French 1600-1682) oil painting on canvas: 28 x 36 inches framed: 39.5 by 47 inches presented...
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18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French school Landscape Windmill and Moon painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
➡️Luminous - beautiful Landscape⬅️ ⭐Structural Analysis⭐ This painting features a serene landscape from 19th century ⏩Windmill as Central Symbol: The windmill is a quintessential...
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1870s Tonalist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Meringues" (2015) by Suzy Smith, Original Oil Painting, Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
Suzy Smith's "Meringues" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a portrait of a female nude set against a backdrop inspired by a Wayne Thiebaud pie painting...
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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Panel

"Marie (Mother)" Large Oil Work of Woman and Child, Smiling in Leaves, Botanical
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This piece titled "Marie (Mother)" is an original artwork by Alain Jean-Baptiste and is made of oil sticks and oil paints on canvas and measures approximately 60"h x 48"w. Alain Je...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Oil Crayon

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.

Because figurative art represents subjects from the real world, natural colors are common in these paintings. A piece of figurative art can be an exciting starting point for setting a tone and creating a color palette in a room.

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