Impressionist Figurative Paintings

"Rocky Mountains" by Sandra Pratt Artist Statement: My work is inspired by my emotional response to places I've seen and experienced. In particular, the contrasts of light and dark...

Calvin Lai's (US based) "Ninja!" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a still life of a miniature wooden mannequin, a ninja toy, and a blond haired girl figurine in sit...

"With shades of Pierre Bonnard’s Parisian street vistas and Edward Hopper’s New York shopfronts, American impressionist Cindy Shaoul’s oil paintings depict the much-loved locales and...

Turn of 20th Century Spanish-American War Coast Guard Cutter with Cannons Original Oil Painting A fine example of maritime ship portraiture oil painting of a Coast Guard Cutter with cannons under sails during the Spanish American War by renowned Nautical British/American painter Captain William Lindsay Challoner (British/American 1852-1901), 1901. Auction values Luminous and striking painting with seaman unfurling sails heading into rough waters. Challoner served as captain of a naval vessel (Coast Guard Cutter) during the Spanish-American War. Here he is depicted on the deck of the ship while seamen scramble aloft on the rigging during a gale. The captain stands tall before the cannons at the ready to fend off intruders. His paintings are rare and highly prized by museums and Nautical collectors alike. Signed: Lower right corner "W. Challoner" Not framed Dated: "1910" Provenance: A local Monterey Bay area estate find. Condition: Professionally restored (conservation report available) Image size: 27.75"H x 47.38"W William Lindsay Challoner lived the peripatetic life of a mariner, spending much of his time at sea, and in ports such as New Orleans and San Francisco, California. He was born in Bedminster, England, and attended the York Naval Academy. In 1880, Challoner married Mary Cadogan. That same year, the couple immigrated to Argentina and then New Orleans. They had one son, William Lindsay Challoner, Jr. Lloyd’s Lists record Challoner as master aboard J.P. Macheca, a “Clipper Schooner” running bananas from Jamaica during the mid-1880s. The clipper also raced at the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans. As is often the case, Challoner’s middle name is misspelled as “Lindsey” in J.P. Macheca & Co. records. He is also said to have served as captain for vessels in the Morgan Line. Painting was at first an avocation for Challoner, but his draftsmanship and handling of paint suggest academic training. He may also have learned to make precise topographical drawings at the York Naval Academy. Many of his ship portraits are in the English tradition, notably followers of Samuel Walker, a leading English maritime artist in the 1850s. Like his Liverpool counterparts, Challoner used receding linear and atmospheric perspective to focus on the crisp portraits of specific ships. At their best, his canvases are highly finished, a style that imitates the Venetian tradition of topographical city views associated with Giovanni Antonio Canal, also known as Canaletto. However, Challoner’s restrained bravura paint handling also may bear witness to the influence of the French Impressionists. Challoner seems to have arrived in New Orleans about 1880. He advertised in the press and exhibited at the Creole Art Gallery and Grunewald’s Music Store in New Orleans. In 1887, Challoner moved to San Francisco, where he exhibited his maritime scenes at the Mechanic’s Institute and became a U.S. citizen. He may have been back in New Orleans after 1891, and served as captain of a naval vessel during the Spanish-American War. His art clients tended to be men involved in the shipping industry—ship owners and commission merchants, along with professional clubs and maritime benevolent societies. Challoner’s principal competition in New Orleans was August Norieri, a talented ship portraitist and painter of marines. While Norieri lived hand-to-mouth, Challoner drew a handsome salary working as a ship captain, presumably until shortly before his death at the age of 49. Securing the commission for painting the newly founded New Orleans Yacht Club suggests that Challoner was held in higher regard as an artist than Norieri. The two artists together met the market demand for ship portraiture and marine views in the port city, as had Edward Arnold and James Guy...

A charming depiction of an interior scene with actress Vanessa Kirby standing in “The Crown” for Vogue. An impressionistic scene with warmth and feeling, sophisticated with stunning ...

Attributed by Wilhelm von Gegerfelt (1844—1920). The disheveled crowns of the trees indicate to us the raging wind, and the evening sky in the background...

Deb Komitor's (US based) "Deep in the Quiet" is an oil painting that depicts the shadows of dense thicket with sunlight streaking in through the canopy. Bio/artist statement: Deb K...

Portrait of a Lady French School, early 20th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 18 x 15 inches provenance: private collection condition: some wear, scuffing and signs of age but...

Early Florida painting "Spanish Garden" St. Augustine Florida. Painted by Eric Stry. Oil on canvas board. Original carved frame. Circa 1950. Signed lower left. Titled on the reverse...

Delton Demarest's "Duke the Crow" (2024) is an original oil painting on canvas painted on location en plein air, measuring 10 x 8 x 0.50 inches. This artwork depicts Duke, a crow cha...

Exploring the purity of the feminine form and the drama of French haute couture, artist Cindy Shaoul creates a dialogue between the figurative and the abstract. Her spirited composit...

"With shades of Pierre Bonnard’s Parisian street vistas and Edward Hopper’s New York shopfronts, American impressionist Cindy Shaoul’s oil paintings depict the much-loved locales and hotspots of contemporary city life." - Financial Times, Baya Simons. This painting depicts an impressionistic scene of Figures dining at Claudette, a New York City Restaurant...

Pietro Sansalvadore was active during the early to middle of the 20th century. He painted in an Impressionist manner and on a small scale. Acquiring a late 19th-century Impressionist painting of Hammersmith Bridge by the Italian painter Pietro Sansalvadore is an opportunity to own a captivating piece of art that transcends both time and cultural boundaries. Sansalvadore's unique perspective, influenced by the Impressionist movement, infuses this painting with a luminous quality that captures the atmospheric essence of Hammersmith Bridge in a way that only a skilled artist with an international perspective could achieve. This masterpiece not only showcases the artist's mastery in capturing light and movement but also represents a harmonious fusion of Italian artistic sensibilities with the iconic English landmark. The play of colors and the subtle brushstrokes transport the viewer to the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the allure and dynamism of that period. Owning this painting is not just acquiring a visual delight; it's investing in a historical and cultural artifact...

This artwork "Flowers in a Vase and Violin" 1989 is an oil painting on canvas by noted Swiss artist Dan Rubinstein, born 1940. It is signed at the lower right corner by the artist. T...

Genre: Judaica Subject: People Medium: Oil Surface: Board Dimensions: 14 1/2" x 19" Dimensions w/Frame: 20 1/4" x 24 1/4"

Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork by: Martha Walter (1875-1976) Born in Philadelphia in 1875, Martha Walter attended Girls’ High School followed by the Pennsylva...

The Nativity by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back watercolour painting on artist paper, unframed measures: 12.75 high by 9 inches wide c...

Thorgrimur Einarsson's "Raven nr. 57" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a raven flying through the air. About the Artist: Thorg...

Edouard Jacques Dufeu, born in Marseille on March 27, 1836, and died in Grasse on December 1, 1900, is a French painter and engraver.Hailing from a family originally from Egypt, Dufe...

Seated Nude Woman Bay Area Figurative School Abstract Expressionist Seated wearing a hat by Santa Cruz and San Francisco artist Heather Speck (American,...

Life study drawing original atelier drawing by the French artist, Jeanne Nachat (1898-1984) Nachat attended the prestigious Académie des Beaux-Arts in Pa...

Colorful scene of shoppers at a rural farm stand under cloudy skies, by Polish artist Gongor (Polish, 20th Century). Signed "Gongor" lower right. Displayed in a dark gold finish wood...

"Airloc" (2024) by Adam Shaw is an original handmade oil painting that depicts a portrait of an astronaut waiting in the airlock of a ship. About the Artist: Figure painter, illust...

Excellent figurative oil painting of a man seated in an armchair with papers strewn about the interior space by Charles Ross Kinghan (American, 18...

Francois Gerome’s paintings often capture the elegance and charm of Parisian life, and his depiction of a young woman fashionably dressed in a bustling flower market is no exception....

Blocking Study pair #1 and #2, portrait of a blonde woman, by Gordon Cook (American, 1927-1985). Circa 1960. Signed on verso "G. Cook (3) #1. unframed. Image size: 24"H x 20"W each. Bay area estate sale find. Gordon Cook was born in 1927 in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington where he received his B.F.A in 1950. Cook then went on to study fundamentals and life drawing at The American Academy of Art* in Chicago. The same year he studied intaglio* printmaking with Vera Berdich at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago*. He took graduate courses and continued studying intaglio printmaking under artist Mauricio Lasansky at the State University of Iowa. In 1951, Cook moved to San Francisco. Soon after his works received the journeyman's card in International Typographical Union, Local 21. He began exhibiting his prints, drawings, and paintings at the Porpoise Gallery in San Francisco. Four years later, Cook became a charter member of the Bay Printmakers Society and exhibited in their annual exhibitions at the Oakland Art Museum for the next five years. His etchings portrayed mainly San Francisco landscapes such as the Golden Gate Park, Diamond Heights, and Lake Merced as well as flowers, especially roses. He participated in his first weekly drawing group with artist Alvin Light, Manuel Neri, Joan Brown, and William H. Brown. Cook also taught at the San Francisco Art Institute*. His etchings where exhibited in a one-man exhibition at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, in the Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts. At this point Cook returned to painting. Moving to Rio Vista...

'The Rose' Canvas Size: 38.5 x 28" (98 x 71cm) Outside Frame Size: 48.5 x 38 (123 x 97cm) Oil on canvas Emile CHARLET 1851 - 1890 Born 1851 in Belg...

English Impressionist landscape with cottages, set in the Norfolk countryside, Winterton, England Keith Arthur Johnson was born at South Pickenham, Swaffham, Norfolk in 1931, son o...

Flowers,Garden ,Lilac ,Purple,Spring Russian art Georgij MOROZ (Dneprodzerzinsk, Ucraina, 1937 - St. Petersburg, 2015) MUSEUMS Moscow, Tret’jakov Gallery Moscow, USSR Artists Collec...

Nude Figure by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back pencil drawing on artist paper, unframed measures: 10 high by 8 inches wide condition: o...

Signed lower left, 'Leon Franks'; additionally signed and titled, 'Portrait of a Girl', on old label verso. A bravura brushwork study of a young woman wearing a floral patterned shirt gazing calmly towards the viewer. A noted portrait and still life painter, Leon Franks studied at the Academie Julian and Grande Chaumiere in Paris and, subsequently, in Los Angeles at the Chouinard Art Institute and the Los Angeles Art Center. Franks additionally studied privately with Nicolai Fechin, Will Foster and F. Tolles Chamberlain. Before settling in Los Angeles in 1936, where Franks continued his education and began designing for the movie industry, he did portraits and decorations for Vancouver theaters. The author of several 'How to Paint' books, including titles 'How to Do Still Life' (1952) and 'Leon Franks on Techniques' (1964), Franks was a teacher. He privately taught several artists, including Vernon...

An impressionistic depiction of people walking about near the Metropolitan Museum on a rainy day. A man walks quickly holding a briefcase, a group of woman huddled together under one umbrella; this painting goes back in time as the artist captures the style and trend of the early 20th Century with old cars parked in the distance and fashion of the people. A wonderful piece evoking an emotion bringing us into the past with this whimsical scene. This painting is signed lower left and it comes framed in gold tone frame with hanging wire on verso ready to be displayed. Art measures 16 x 20 inches Frame measures 19.5 x 23.5 inches Inspired by whimsey and purity of the feminine form, Cindy Shaoul is known for her impressionistic and abstract style. She is best recognized for her series ‘Brides’, ‘Dripping Dots’ and ‘Hearts’, as well as her ‘Plein-Air’ street scenes of quintessential New York locations. Shaoul’s works can be found in hundreds of private and corporate collections worldwide. Since her first group show at Parsons School of Design in 2009, her work has been showcased internationally – from Italy to South Korea – and has been shown at various art fairs nationwide including Miami, Palm Beach, Dallas, and New York. Shaoul has had numerous solo exhibitions and has garnered the attention of notable celebrities such as Emma Roberts, Lily Collins, Ashley Park, Catherine Deneuve and John Malkovich. Her love of painting began at the age of 18 when she was on Thanksgiving break from college. She painted a 9-foot colorful, abstract mural in her mother’s art...

Jim’s of Lambertville Fine Art Gallery is proud to present this piece by Martha Walter (1875 - 1976). Born in Philadelphia in 1875, Martha Walter attended Girls’ High School followe...

Look for Free Shipping at Checkout Kit is an American Impressionist figurative painting by Stuart Fullerton. The artist is known for his landscape, still-life, portraits and citys...

A whimsical oil painting depicting a Venetian Powder Room Scene with Figures getting ready for the masquerade. A truly intimate scene with a ornate mirror, flowers in a vase and whit...

"Incoming Weather" (2022) by Lorenzo Chavez is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a stormy autumn midwestern landscape, looking out onto the base of small mountain footh...

Rocky trail and landscape

"Brittany" by Maurice Mazeilie (French) watercolour painting on card, unframed stamped verso painting: 5.5 x 7 inches A delightful original painting by the 20th century French Impr...

Armando Spadini (Florence 1883 – Rome 1925), The Basket of ribbons (1911 – 1912) Oil painting on canvas of 76 x 96 cm, on the back there is the label of the I Quadriennale Romana o...

Wonderful pulp art figurative portrait of a brunette woman in formal yellow evening gown with gloves by unknown California artist, circa 1960s. Unsigned. Acqu...

Signed lower right, 'Anton Sipos' (Bosnian-American, born 1938) and dated 1974. A substantial Impressionist oil painting showing two young women relaxing in a sunny garden with a peacock and a peahen. Born in Bosnia, Anton Sipos began drawing at an early age and left home in his teens to work as a film animation artist. He achieved immediate success with his first work, "Surrogate", which won an Academy Award for best-animated short subject under the direction of Yugoslav animator Dushon VuKotic. In 1964, Sipos moved to Montmartre to study at the École de Paris. During this early period, Sipos exhibited widely and with success including at the Salon d'Automne and Le Salon d'Artistes Françaises. While in France, he made numerous painting trips to Provence, Giverny, Rouen and the Cote d'Azur as well as to Italy. In 1970, Sipos arrived in California where he painted landscapes of Los Angeles and marine scenes of the harbor in San Diego. He also worked as an artist for the film industry, most notably with Eleanor Ettinger Studio in New York where he was given the responsibility of transferring Norman Rockwell...

This artwork "Still Life Flowers" 1966 is an oil painting on canvas by Canadian/Filipino artist Victor Santos, 1934-2003. It is signed and dated at ...

Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Classic Figurative Year: 2007 Title: Christ in Glory Size: 38" x...

French Character Portrait French school, Mid 20th Century Gouache paint on unframed paper signed lower corner Image : 12 x 9.25 inches Superbly decorative 1960's French portrait ...

Sarah Robertson, Bird Sanctuary on Greige, 60 x 48 in, Mixed Media on Canvas With soft, neutral tones and expressive mark-making, Bird Sanctuary on Greige offers a sophisticated take...

"Storm" by Barbara Hack is an original landscape painting depicting a moody sunset. This piece is framed and ready to hang. Barbara Hack’s work is an ongoing reflection on people a...

"Pantry Variations Act II " by Clyde Steadman (United States) is a handmade still-life painting that is unframed, but ready to hang.

Jon Doran's "Swimmer Study 2," painted in 2023, is an evocative oil painting that resonates with mystery and emotion. Set on a panel measuring 22 x 18.50 cm, the scene unfolds within...

Bellissima natura morta con fiori e porcellane Cornice decò in legno

"Lure of the Dinner Bell" (2024) by Sheri Farabaugh (United States Based) is a handmade still life oil painting that depicts a scene on a lake, with a woman on a kayak looking back a...

Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Classic Figurative Year: 2013 Title: Susanna and the Elders Size...

Leigh Ann Van Fossan's "Nightwatch" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a lone sailboat floating in the darkness as their lights and the stars cast glimmering reflecti...

Wonderful 1940s genre landscape of traditional English cottage painted in the European style by Henry T. Harvey (English/American, 1908-2000). Signed lower right corner. Presented in...

Large, bright and beautiful Impressionist seaside oil painting with Children playing in Rockpools. Rene layers on the paint and glazes to get an incredible iridescence to this large scale painting that is amongst his absolute finest. This is the last of a small series painted for a commission at Harrods Art Gallery some years back. This is truly captivating and looks totally stunning in any interior, it is framed in a traditional style gold frame. Rene Jerome Legrand...

Exploring the purity of the feminine form and the excitement of High-End Fashion, artist Cindy Shaoul creates a dialogue between the figurative and the abstract. Her spirited composi...

Judd Mercer's (US based) "013 - Plein Air-Morrison, CO" is a gouache painting depicting a snowy mountainscape. Artist bio/statement Judd Mercer is a contemporary landscape painter a...

Raging Bull 6 ♛ This artwork is already collector by using old commercial ads from 1938. Powerful bull running. Dripping creates movement. Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink on o...

Vintage French Oil Painting by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below provenance stamp to the back oil painting on artist paper stuck on board, unframed measures: 8.25 hi...

Painting: Oil, Acrylic on Canvas. Alley in the garden, impressionism landscape acrylic painting by Dmitry Spiros, 2015, 54cm x 32cm, (21,5" x 12,5") A...