Late 20th Century Paintings

A striking vintage oil painting on wood panel depicting a traditional English fox hunting scene with mounted riders and a pack of hounds moving through an expansive countryside lands...

Robert Padilla (b.1947) Eze, France Landscape, 1985. Oil on linen canvas, 8.75 x 10 inches. Signed and dated lower left. Unframed. Robert Padilla was born in 1947 in Paris, Fran...

Fauvist Spanish Wildflower Landscape in Jaén, Mediterranean Oil Painting Artist: Rafael Duran Benet (Spanish, 1931–2015) Title: Campos de Jaén Medium: Oil on canvas board Dimensions...

This large abstract acrylic painting is by Charles Robb, son of the famous Canadian artist Jack Bush. Charles Robb’s lyrical, expressive paintings are highly regarded by critics an...

'Hidden Portraits XXXII', acrylic on canvas mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an intermediary of an agein...

This original oil painting on canvas, signed W. Larsen, presents a traditional English fox hunting scene with mounted riders and a lively pack of hounds crossing an open countryside ...

Original vintage oil painting on canvas depicting a traditional English fox hunt scene with mounted riders in red hunting coats accompanied by hounds across an open countryside lands...

Luis Giner Bueno landscape oil painting on canvas depicting a dense forest interior, dated 1973. Oil on canvas. Signed by the artist and dated 1973. Artwork: 65 × 100 cm (25.6 × 39....

Cadaqués Costa Brava Mediterranean Harbor with Fishing Boats and Whitewashed Village Artist: Rafael Durán Benet (1931–2015) Medium: Oil on canvas laid on cardboard Dimensions: 13 x 16.1 in (33 x 41 cm) Frame: Unframed Origin: Spain Subject: Cadaqués, Costa Brava, Mediterranean harbor, fishing boats, whitewashed village Style: Post-Impressionist, Mediterranean Modernism Period: Mid-20th century Condition: Good vintage condition, with minor signs of age consistent with an original period artwork. Please refer to the photographs for full details. Signature: Signed lower right “R. Duran” Description A highly atmospheric Mediterranean coastal scene by Rafael Durán Benet, depicting the unmistakable visual world of Cadaqués on the Costa Brava, with traditional fishing boats resting in the foreground and a cluster of luminous whitewashed houses rising behind the harbor. The composition combines several of the most desirable subjects in 20th-century Catalan painting: Cadaqués, the Costa Brava, Mediterranean architecture, fishing boats and brilliant coastal light. Durán Benet constructs the scene with broad, confident brushwork and a sophisticated palette of turquoise, ivory, ochre, green and deep violet. The boats are reduced to strong, elegant shapes, while the white façades of the village dissolve into soft planes of light and color. Rather than pursuing photographic detail, the artist captures the atmosphere of Cadaqués through rhythm, light and simplified form. The turquoise water creates a luminous horizontal band across the composition, while the boats and architecture establish a balanced sequence of shapes characteristic of his mature Mediterranean landscapes. The painting evokes the quiet charm of the historic fishing village of Cadaqués, one of the most iconic artistic destinations on the Costa Brava and one of the great recurring subjects of modern Catalan art. Biography Rafael Durán Benet was born in Terrassa, Catalonia, in 1931 and died in Barcelona in 2015. He was the nephew of Rafael Benet i Vancells, the important Catalan painter, critic and art historian, who played a significant role in his early artistic development. During the 1950s Durán Benet settled in Cadaqués, on the Costa Brava, where the Mediterranean landscape became one of the defining themes of his career. The village, its harbor, whitewashed architecture, fishing boats and surrounding coastline provided him with an enduring visual vocabulary. Cadaqués was also one of the great artistic meeting points of 20th-century Europe. During his years there, Durán Benet moved within the cultural environment associated with figures such as Salvador Dalí, Marcel Duchamp and Pablo Picasso. His first solo exhibition was held in 1958 at Sala Vayreda in Barcelona. He later exhibited extensively in Barcelona, Madrid and Cadaqués, as well as internationally in cities including Paris, London, Houston and Los Angeles. He also maintained a longstanding relationship with the prestigious Sala Parés in Barcelona. In 1980, Durán Benet received the Henri Forman Prize from the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris. In 2011, the city of Terrassa honored him with a retrospective exhibition at the Sala Muncunill. His paintings are immediately recognizable for their luminous Mediterranean palette, simplified architecture, expressive brushwork and ability to transform everyday coastal scenes into poetic studies of light and atmosphere. Artistic Inspiration This work belongs directly to the great tradition of Mediterranean and Costa Brava landscape painting that shaped modern Catalan art during the 20th century. The subject of Cadaqués places the painting within a particularly important artistic context. The village became internationally associated with artists including Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso and Marcel Duchamp, while its extraordinary light, rocky coastline, fishing boats and whitewashed architecture attracted generations of painters. Durán Benet interprets this world through a personal post-impressionist language. His broad brushwork, simplified forms and flattened perspective give the composition a modern character, while his sensitivity to atmosphere preserves the intimacy and authenticity of traditional Mediterranean landscape painting. A particularly appealing example of Spanish and Catalan Mediterranean painting, combining several highly searchable and collectible subjects: Cadaqués, Costa Brava, Mediterranean harbor, fishing boats, whitewashed village and Spanish modern art. Cadaqués paintings are especially sought after for their association with the artistic heritage of the Costa Brava and with figures such as Salvador Dalí, Picasso and Duchamp. This work offers that cultural connection while retaining the decorative immediacy and color that make Mediterranean paintings especially attractive in contemporary interiors. Its compact 13 x 16.1 inch format makes it particularly versatile for collectors and interior designers seeking authentic European art with strong regional identity. Ideal for collectors of Spanish Modern Art, Catalan Painting, Cadaqués Painting, Costa Brava Art, Mediterranean Landscape, Harbor Painting, Marine Painting, Fishing Boat Art, Post-Impressionism and Mid-Century European Painting. 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Impressionist Figurative Scene, Picnic in the Park Original Oil Painting, Signed Beautifully rendered figurative landscape of a family in the park on a picnic, signed Jean Chambers....

"And They're Off..." A Superb, Large Horse Racing Themed Painting by Famed American Realist Artist, Joseph Lorusso (Born 1966). Artwork size: 24 x 26 inches; oil on panel (framed...

5058 Full length oversized oil painting of an English Nobleman Set in a rapped canvas no frame needed Signed Robert Yarmola

This original oil on canvas painting by listed artist Caroline Burnett beautifully captures one of Paris's most recognizable landmarks—the Arc de Triomphe—set along a bustling Parisi...

ARTIST: Oliver Warman RBA ROI (1932-2019) British TITLE: "Punts On A French River" MEDIUM: oil on board SIZE: 64cm x 54cm inclusive of frame CONDITION: very good NOTES: Painter i...

Éva Németh (1930–2019) Riders in a Botanical a Landscape, ca. 1970. Dyed woven wool, panel measures 79 x 54 inches. Signed in the weave with artist's monogram, lower right. Exc...

A charming Impressionist pastoral scene of Rockport Harbor from the Summer of 1990. This vibrant impressionistic painting depicts a sunny seaside landscape with much depth and detail...

**Ramón Llovet “Atravesant Espais” Symbolic Figurative Oil Painting, 1978** Oil on canvas. Signed, dated and titled. Original oil on canvas by Catalan artist Ramón Llovet Miserol, ...

Large French Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting Bright Orange and Pastel Colours Composition by Marie Deloume (French, born 1942) signed verso French abstract expressionist oil pain...

5-3596 Oil on artist board Set in a custom hand painted wood frame Image size 18x13.5"

'Hidden Portraits XIX', acrylic on canvas mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an intermediary of an ageing ...

San Francisco Abstract Figurative Painting of Figures in an Asian Opera A semi-deconstructed abstract expressionist work in the style of Ferdinand Leger, Picasso and others. By an u...

➡️ River town landscape⬅️ ⏩It is signed J Borin⏪ ⭐Medium:⭐ Oil on wood / isorel ⭐Technique: ⭐Impasto painting with expressive brushwork. ⭐Size:⭐31x43cm / 12.2x16.9 inch with fr...

Path through Trees in Forest with Figures, Northern Ireland, Oil On Canvas, Circa 1980, by 20th Century Artist, Allan Ardies (1918 - 2014) Art measures 26 x 18 inches Frame measur...

A Fine depiction of figures in a rowing boat in the open ocean. For this wonderful depiction, Nemethy uses a Fine technique which depicts the figures on the boat in a miniature way. ...

This impressive large-scale oil painting depicts a classic fox hunting scene, capturing riders, horses, and hounds in full pursuit across the countryside. Richly detailed and full of...

Surreal Anthropomorphic Interior, Dalí Circle Cadaqués Spanish Oil Painting Artist: Antoni Pitxot Technique: Oil on cardboard Date: 1996 Signature: Signed “Pitxot 96” lower left Ins...

Signed lower right, 'Wakeham' for Duan Wakeham (American, born 1931) and dated, verso, 1997. Additionally titled, 'Estero, Drake's Bay'. Previously with: Hackett Freedman Gallery, San Francisco. Framed dimensions: 73.5 H x 2.25 D x 61.5 W inches Born in Michigan, Wakeham attended Meinzinger Art School, Detroit, and later earned degrees in painting from Michigan State University (1959) and Stanford University (1961). During this time, he also traveled and painted in Europe for two years, living the second year in Florence, Italy. A teacher, Wakeham taught drawing and painting at Stanford and art history and oil painting at College of San Mateo. He has conducted workshops, taught master classes, and juried exhibitions in California, Nevada, New Mexico, Hawaii, New York, Washington, D.C., and Ontario, Canada. An active member of the Pastel Society of America, he taught a workshop for the society (1997) and performed demonstrations (2001, 2004, 2005) and assisted in hanging “Pastels Only” each year since 1998. In 2000, Wakeham was elected to the Pastel Society of America's Hall of Fame in 2000 and, in 2009, named Pastel Society of the West Coast Pastel Laureate. In 1995 he was named Master Pastelist, PSA and Distinguished Pastelist, Pastel Society of the West Coast. He is a member of PSA Board of Governors, the IAPS Board of Directors and the Editorial Advisory Board of The Pastel Journal. Duane Wakeham...

5162 Vintage American framed oil painting signed Linda Haber Image size 17x13"

Artist: Ian Hornak (1944–2002) Title: Marcia’s Meadow, Vermont, Variation #2 Year: 1984 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Size: 50 x 72 inches (127 x 182.88 cm) Condition: Well preserved, c...

5207 Oversized Modernist Oil painting on rapped canvas of a desert landscape Signed Robert Yaumola Edges are painted no need for frame

Title Reclining Female Nude Red Purple Interior Modernist Oil Painting Artist Jacqueline Boisselot French late 20th century Medium Oil on artist paper unframed Size 19.75 x 25.75 Hei...

3772 Acrylic surreal figural painting on artist board by Brunelli

Abstract Expressionist Composition by Marie Deloume (French born 1942) oil painting canvas , unframed canvas: 47 x 57 inches signed verso condition: overall very good, a few minor su...

Large Post-Impressionist Night Café Terrace Scene Oil Painting After Van Gogh, Expressive Impasto Oil on canvas Post-Impressionist style Contemporary European school Dimensions: 120...

This 1989 painting titled "Java Rice Birds" is a quintessential example of contemporary American artist Hunt Slonem's celebrated Neo-Expressionist avian series. The subject matter st...

'Hidden Portraits XXVII', acrylic on canvas mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an intermediary of an agein...

Step into a dreamlike pastoral paradise with this enchanting mid-century oil on canvas by French artist Denise Collet. Titled "Girls and Ponies," this wo...

'Hidden Portraits VIII', acrylic on canvas mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an intermediary of an ageing...

European Café Interior Scene, Blue Tonal Figurative Oil Painting, Contemporary Spanish Urban Painting Artist: Julio García Iglesias Title: Café Interior Date: 1986 Medium: Oil on c...

5078 Oversized oil on canvas of a girl walking a dog

"Women and Children, Expressionist Oil on Canvas by Vega Cillero." Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Artwork: 81 × 101 cm (31.9 × 39.8 in.). Framed: 99 × 120 cm (39 × 47.2 in.). Th...

Capelán's work stands out for its rigorous handling of diverse artistic techniques and procedures, ranging from drawing to installation, including painting, printmaking, photography,...

This atmospheric seascape by Roal English captures the power and beauty of the open ocean. Rolling waves crash against partially submerged rocks while sof...

ARTIST: P J V Russell ? (Mid/Late 20th century) British TITLE: "View From A London Window" SIGNED: labelled verso MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 45 x 35cm inclusive frame CONDITION: ...

Barbara Keidel Park XV & XVI - SET Mixed media, pastel on handmade, toned laid paper 1997 Size: 29.5 × 21.25 inches (75 × 54 cm) (each) Signed and dated in pencil (each) Addition...

Title French Modernist Seated Female Figure Pencil Life Drawing Artist Jacqueline Boisselot French late 20th century Medium Graphite pencil on artist paper unframed Size 25.5 x 19.75...

Artist: Peter Max Title: Libertyhead Medium: Original Acrylic on Canvas Canvas Size: 12" x 12" Frame Size: 14.75" x 14.75" Year: c. 1990-2000 Inscription: Signed "Max" on front Peter...

3775 Surreal colorful oil painting on canvas in a black frame

La obra va firmada por el artista en la parte inferior y fechada del año 1971, también va titulada con el nombre del pueblo "Cortes de Pallás" Se presenta enmarcada la obra Medidas...

Crabs on a Plate by Yan Jun Jie is an original Chinese folk art painting depicting a lively arrangement of bright red crabs piled onto a decorative plate. Set against a deep blue gro...

Maritime Painting of a Tall Ship in the Harbour at Twilight by British Artist, Dion Pears (1929 - 1985) Art measures 36 x 24 inches Frame measures 39 x 27 inches A beautifully atmo...

Artist: Antonio Sala Herrero (Barcelona, 1927 – 2012) Title: Los Monegros (Aragón, Spain) Technique: Oil on canvas Artwork dimensions: 65 × 81 cm (25.6 × 31.9 in) Framed dimensions: ...

Conversation in the Theater - Expressionist Figurative Abstract by Jane Mellin Bold and expressive large scale figurative abstract painting of two people conversing in a theater, wit...

6131 Blue and white abstract Expressionist painting Image size 18x14"

5079 Cool Dog screened on canvas with hand applied impasto colorful oil

DANIEL CODORNIU (Palma de Mallorca, 1943–2024). "Mediterranean Cove with Boat." Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Dimensions: 33 × 19 cm (12.99 × 7.48 in). ; 55 × 41 cm (21.65 × 16....

Artist: Ricardo Cejudo Nogales (Puertollano, 1952) Title: La Albufera de Valencia Year: 1986 Technique: Oil on canvas Canvas dimensions: 65 × 81 cm (25.6 × 31.9 in) Framed dimensions...

Impasto Oil Painting of River Tree Scene British Postwar & Contemporary Artist, Terry Evans Terry Evans is a British Postwar & Contemporary Painter born in 1943, known for h...

A colorful modernist painting with heavy tones of Impressionism, this work recalls the late nineteenth century style of French artist Paul Gaugin. The vibrant color palette of the b...

6050 Italian white on white composition in a silver leaf frame