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Portrait Paintings For Sale
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19th Century French Portrait of a Nun Large Oil Painting 1898
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Nun by Joseph Albert, signed and dated to the back, 1898 oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 24 x 18 inches provenance: private collection, England condition: ove...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

All the Kin Folk, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Boldy colored and stylized figures fill the scene. Their expressions exude anticipation as if waiting for a band to start or a train to arrive. The blue backg...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Contemporary Figurative Nude Female in Bathtub Fluorescent Green Dripping Liquid
Located in FISTERRA, ES
"Fluorescent Fluid" (2023) is a striking acrylic on canvas by Inés Silvalde, measuring 73 x 100 cm. This contemporary figurative work presents a female nude captured in the intimacy ...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

"The Second Coming" (2024) by Morgan Cameron, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Morgan Cameron’s (US based) “The Second Sighting” (2024) is an oil painting on panel that depicts a surreal landscape that has a wolf with piercing eyes standing in the moonlight. A...
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2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Portrait of an Elderly Man
Located in Stockholm, SE
This finely executed oil painting, attributed to the circle of Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich, captures the contemplative expression of an elderly man, his gaze lowered in quiet re...
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Early 19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of Janet Thurston Newbold
Located in Milford, NH
A fine full length portrait of Janet Thurston Newbold by Russian American artist Ossip Perelma (1876-1949). Perelma was born in Odessa, Russia, studied at the Imperial Academy in Pet...
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1920s Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Dog Portrait of a Terrier 3/4 View by Jules Chardigny (1849-1892) circa 1870s
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Dog Portrait of a Terrier 3/4 View Jules Chardigny (1849-1892) Circa 1870s Oil on wood panel Housed within its beautiful and original ornate original gilt frame. 8 1/2 x 6 (15 3/4 ...
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Mid-19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Early 20th century Art Deco Male nude oil painting of Narcissus
By George Frederick Hinchcliff
Located in Harkstead, GB
An incredibly striking study of the male form with the figure set against a colourful background with stylised organic forms. Attractively framed, the painting is ready to be hung an...
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1930s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Lady on Venetian Balcony Signed Impressionist Oil Painting
By Innocenzo Melani
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Venezia" Lovely Impressionist oil painting on canvas, depicting this elegant young lady standing on a balcony overlooking the beautiful city of Venice. The painting is signed by it...
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Late 20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

''Swimming 3'' Contemporary Oil Painting in Blue of a Girl Swimming, Pool
Located in Utrecht, NL
Christine van der Cingel (1966) paints mainly cityscapes, people and animals. In her portraits the emphasis is on movement. It is more about t...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Christ Crowned With Thorns Sacred Oil Painting 17th Century Old Master Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Christ In Thorns "Ecce Homo" Italian School, 17th century Oil painting on canvas, framed Framed: 19 x 16.5 inches Canvas: 12 x 10 inches Condition: Good and sound (the frame is loose and weak and disjointed; we offer it free of charge with the painting and do not warranty its condition). Provenance: Private collection, France This poignant oil on canvas painting captures a powerful and intimate portrayal of Christ crowned with thorns...
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17th Century Baroque Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Green Bubble-Faced Portrait with Ornate Frame - Ancestor Clones #16 Bubbles Aunt
Located in FISTERRA, ES
This distinctive acrylic painting by Natasha Lelenco from her acclaimed series Ancestor Clones presents a captivating portrait characterized by a symbolic face composed entirely of s...
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2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings

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Metal

Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century
Located in New York, NY
A masterful copy by an unknown artist, after the portrait of "Beatrice d'Este" by Leonardo Da Vinci also known as ‘Portrait of a Lady’ or ‘La Dama con la reticella di perle (The Lady With a Pearl Hairnet)’. The original work originally created in the 15th Century is currently on display in the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana Museum of Milan. Beatrice d'Este was the Duchess of Bari/Milan and was believed to be one of the most attractive princesses of the Renaissance. Her impeccable style won her many admirers throughout Italy and France, and she became a trendsetter of the highest order. This copy of the original painting, is an oil on canvas done in the 18th Century, and in this exquisite portrait, the artist has masterfully depicted the fine details with draped hair, pearls, royal dress, ornate headgear and sumptuous jewelry in front of a dark background. Once again, capturing the imagination with another enigmatic smile. It comes housed in an elegant period giltwood frame with ebonized trims and ready to be displayed with hanging wire on verso. Art measures 28 x 18 inches Frame measures 34.5 x 24.5 inches There is much debate and controversy over who actually painted the "Beatrice d'Este" was it Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519), or Giovanni Ambrogio de Predis (1455–1508). So we may never know who executed the original portrait which hangs in the museum, but that need not deter from an appreciation of its singularity. Following the portraiture convention established by painters of the Quattrocentro, the artist has chosen to portray his sitter in profile. In doing so, he magnificently captures the essence of his sitter, a girl on the threshold of womanhood. Bedecked in the adornments—silk, velvet, pearls and embroidery (brocade) crafted of spun gold threads—afforded her by birthright and marriage, Beatrice looks forward in noble serenity. And at the same time her profile with its upturned nose and slight smile betrays an innocence that must have been the basis of the oft-repeated epithet: la più zentil donna in Italia” (“the sweetest lady in Italy”). It is believed the lady is Beatrice d'Este (1475-1497), duchess of Bari and later of Milan, the wife of Ludovico Sforza (known as "il Moro"). One of the most beautiful princesses of the Italian Renaissance, she was known for her good taste in fashion. Beatrice was a member of the Este-Sforza family, which joined by marriage two of the oldest reigning and already powerful houses in Italy. The house of Este, which held court in Ferrara, traced its lineage to the 11th century Dukes of Saxony and Bavaria. Beatriceʼs father, Ercole I ruled the Ferrara commune for 34 years, catapulting the city-state (and the Estes with it) to an unmatched level of economic prosperity and cultural prominence. The family was renowned for its love of letters and patronage of the arts. The first time Leonardo da Vinci’s name resounded in the Ambrosiana, it was through the pen of its founder, Cardinal Federico Borromeo, who attributed this little panel to the great Master, describing it as “A portrait of a Duchess of Milan, by the hand of Leonardo”. Following the Cardinal’s statement, the portrait was for long assumed to depict Beatrice d’Este, the wife of Ludovico il Moro. However, scholars have recently been more cautious and vague in their statements, with regard to both the artist (anonymous Lombard or Emilian...
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18th Century Northern Renaissance Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Young woman reading
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas Fluffy brown wood frame 76.5 x 63.5 x 3 cm
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Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Beth Dacey, "Cigarettes and Coffee", 40x30 Vintage Woman Cafe Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Beth Dacey's "Cigarettes and Coffee" is a 40x30 oil painting on canvas of a woman in a yellow coat and white scarf on her head. Sitting at a diner booth, t...
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2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Elegant Minimal ink on paper of a Gorgeous Weimaraner
Located in Charleston, US
Weimaraner, This stunning black and white ink painting of a Weimaraner dog, is a contemporary minimal portrait in black ink on Fabriano 300gsm paper. Ian Mason's portraits of dogs ar...
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2010s Minimalist Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Ink

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 Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Early Historical Portrait Believed to be of Scottish Politician David Carnegie
By John Baptist De Medina
Located in Houston, TX
Early historical portrait in the style of William Aikman believed to be of David Carnegie, 4th Earl of Northesk, a Scottish peer and politician. The work features the central figure ...
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Early 1700s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Afternoon Light" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Adair's (Germany based) "Afternoon Light" is an oil painting that depicts a reclining male figure, wearing rings. Linda Adair is a contemporary fig...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil

blue portrait painting Fortune
Located in Roma, GB
portrait painting
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

The Trip -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil, Women, Vehicle
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"The Trip" conveys not only the physical journey of the woman on the scooter but also a metaphorical journey of self-discovery and adventure. The painting evokes a sense of wanderlus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Melancholy female figure oil on canvas painting
By Josep Maria Draper
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Josep María Draper was born in 1931 and received a great creative influence from the 1950s. Abstract Expressionism, a form of painting tha...
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1990s Romantic Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Spring Woman, Portrait, Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ashot Muradyan Work: Original Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Linen Year: 2024 Style: Impressionism, Subject: Spring Woman Size: 23.5" x 19.5" x 0....
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2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Nude woman oil on canvas painting portrait
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Joan Palet (1911 - 1996) - Nude - Oil on canvas Oil measures 65x81 cm. Frameless. Joan Palet was born in Barcelona on March 28, 1911 in a family of sculptors and wood carvers. He b...
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1970s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Jimi 1969 - Original Abstract Figurative Pop Art Portrait Painting by Gary John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gary John's pop-street artworks have a whimsical, yet exciting and bold quality inspired by classic cartoon and comic book characters. Blending pop sensibilities with a roughened fau...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media, Acrylic, Newsprint

Fine 18th Century English Aristocratic Portrait of a Lady Oval Canvas Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: English School, circa 1740's Title: Portrait of a Lady, traditionally identified as 'Anne of Chesterfield'. Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed Size: painting: ...
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Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Fine Antique Classical Nude Draped in Robes Dancing with Dog Gold Background
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Italian School, 19th century Title: Classical nude draped in robes with dancing dog. The work looks as though it might have been a ceiling...
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19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Tamara de Lempicka 'Young Lady with Gloves'" Contemporary Pixelated Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary pop art inspired pixelated abstraction of Polish artist Tamara de Lempicka's painting 'Young Lady with Gloves.' Similar to pointillism, the individual hand-painted block...
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2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Yellow mood- 21st Century Contemporary portrait Painting
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Tania Rivilis Yellow mood 40 x 40 cm framed (included in price) 43,5 x 43,5 cm Oilpaint on canvas Tania Rivilis (b. 1986) 2022 winner of the 'William Locke Price' ( £ 30.000 ) fr...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series XI
Located in London, GB
"Florentine Expressions: A Portrait Series XI", oil on canvas, mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings through an inter...
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Late 20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Jedidiah - 21sr Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Mixed Media, Women, Oval Art
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Longing -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Modern, Men, Fashion
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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. About Artist Top...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic

19th century English Victorian chickens in a barn scene with Rooster and Hens
Located in Woodbury, CT
This charming English Victorian painting by Arthur Jackson beautifully captures a rustic scene of chickens in a barn. The artist's meticulou...
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1890s Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

After Ferdinand Bol - 19th Century Oil, Portrait of a Mathematician
Located in Corsham, GB
A study of the bust of Ferdinand Bol's 'Portrait of A Mathematician' which is currently part of the Louvre Collection in Paris. Unsigned. Presented in a gilt frame. On canvas.
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19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Tenderness
Located in Atlanta, GA
Small limited edition run of 49 and 6 E.A."s (Edition of the artist). Each canvas reproduction is crafted by a skilled printer under the supervision of the artist. Román Francés has...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Giclée

Attitude - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Africa Women Fashion
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The painting titled “Attitude” captures the very ‘essence’ of his subjects who they are and what they represent outside of their roles experiences obligations and accomplishments. Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Hope - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Modern, Women, Fashion
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
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. About Artist Top...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Acrylic

Bulb of Africa 3
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Bulb of Africa was not just a hairstyle; it was a celebration of African heritage and a testament to the resilience of its people. Passed down through generations, it represented strength, beauty, and the rich tapestry of African traditions. The Bulb showcased the natural texture and volume of African hair, transforming it into an intricate masterpiece of braids, twists, and coils. The Bulb of Africa became a symbol of empowerment, reminding people of their strength, resilience, and the beauty of their shared heritage. It served as a reminder that hair was more than a physical attribute; it was a connection to something greater—a connection to their ancestors, their community, and celebrating the beauty within themselves. Beyond their physical beauty, African women possess an immeasurable inner strength that resonates through "Bulb of Africa." Odunayo masterfully captures this strength, highlighting the resilience and determination that have defined African women throughout history. The women depicted in the artwork emanate confidence, wisdom, and a sense of purpose. Their gaze speaks volumes, embodying the stories of countless African women who have overcome adversity, shattered barriers, and carved out their own paths to success. In "Bulb of Africa," Iyiola Odunayo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic

Antique French Symbolist Oil Painting Sirens and Dolphin beside Rocks Coastal
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Adolphe Lalyre (French, 1848-1933) Title: Sirens and dolphin beside rocks Medium: signed oil on canvas, framed. canvas size: 21.5 x 31 inches plus the frame Co...
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19th Century Symbolist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Australian Bullfinch on a branch
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I sought to capture the delicate vibrancy of nature through the lens of expressionism and realism, portraying a small bird with a notably vivid plumage. The sof...
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2010s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

The Pipe Smoker Late 19th Century Italian Signed Oil Painting Portrait of Man
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Neapolitan School, late 19th century oil on board, framed signed initials framed: 9 x 7 inches painting: 6.25 x 4.25 inches provenance: private collection, London condition: very goo...
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Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

ballerina pointe shoes
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this delicate composition, the ethereal elegance of ballet is conveyed through the image of pointe shoes against a soft pink background. Pointe shoes, symbols of grace and dedica...
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Belle Epoque Beauty - 19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of French Flower Girl
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Young Beauty holding a Red Rose’ by Étienne Adolphe Piot (1831-1910). The painting is signed by the artist and hangs in a fine quality gold metal leaf frame. Academy Fine Paintings...
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Late 19th Century French School Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Once Upon A Time
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide 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 Authent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait - Painting by Francesco Settimj - mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized in the mid-20th Century. Mounted on a stretcher. Good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Huge Victorian Original Oil Painting Portrait of Little Red Riding Hood
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Little Red Riding Hood by John Talbot Adams (1827-1909) oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 50 x 40 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: very good and sound condition hav...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Contemporary pop art 3-D wall sculpture pink faith Straws, Acrylic, Plexiglas
Located in New York, NY
The pi fire of Jesus appears when looking straight in the middle in the light. Acrylic, STRAWS, Plexiglas. Sang Sik Hongs' work is all made by hand; each straw is hand placed, a co...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Plastic, Plexiglass, Acrylic

Early 17th Century Flemish Portrait of Man in White Lace Collar Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Gentleman wearing white lace trim collar Flemish School, circa 1630's circle of Anthony van Dyck (Flemish 1599-1641) oil on canvas, unframed Canvas: 30.5 x 25 inches Pr...
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Early 17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

19th century English Victorian chickens in a barn scene with Rooster and Hens
Located in Woodbury, CT
This charming English Victorian painting by Arthur Jackson beautifully captures a rustic scene of chickens in a barn. The artist's meticulou...
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1890s Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

'Portraits of Timeless Expressions No. 11' Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s)
Located in London, GB
'Portraits of Timeless Expressions No. 11', oil on canvas mounted on board, by Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has ...
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1980s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

"Blue Lincoln" Neo-Expressionist Oil Painting in Blue Background on Wood Framed
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects of Abraham Lincoln. The thick use of paint is greatly recognizable as he slathers on layer after layer of oil paint, d...
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2010s Neo-Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Echoes of the Stage-original artwork-contemporary figurative painting
Located in London, Chelsea
This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. This original figurative drawing, painted in acrylic on canvas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Pensive" (2023) Original Painting by Barbara Hack, Female Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
"Pensive" by Barbara Hack is an original portrait painting depicting a female model. This piece is framed and ready to hang. Barbara Hack’s work is an ongoing reflection on people ...
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2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Linen

Woman expressionist portrait mixed media painting
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Frame size 81x66 cm.
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1980s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media

"Me, Myself, & I" (2022) by Stefan Smit, Male Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
"Me, Myself and I" by Stefan Smit (South Africa based) is an original oil on panel depicting a dual portrait of a male figure. "Stefan Smit is a South African fine artist currently ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Currency #249. Original Migrant Woman Portrait, Circular Wooden Coin, Dark Blue
Located in FISTERRA, ES
The Currencies series by Natasha Lelenco is designed for versatile display, working either as a standalone contemporary artwork or as part of a modular art installation, allowing col...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Wood, Spray Paint, Acrylic

"Picnic" (2023) by Louis Recchia, Acrylic & Collage, Pop Art
Located in Denver, CO
Louis Recchia's "Picnic" is an original, hand made mixed media painting that depicts a woman with a cat face and a green alien enjoying a picnic with a hovering spaceship in the back...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media

Late 19th Century Oil - Girl Beside a Water Fountain
Located in Corsham, GB
Initialled 'R.M.' lower left. On canvas on stretchers.
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Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait Paintings for Sale on 1stDibs

An elegant and sophisticated decorative touch in any living space, portrait paintings have remained popular throughout the years and are widely loved pieces of art for display in many homes today.

Portrait paintings are at least as old as ancient Egypt, where realistic, lifelike depictions of the recently deceased — commonly known as “mummy portraits” — were painted on wooden panels and affixed to mummies as part of the burial tradition.

For centuries, painters have used portraiture as a means of expressing a subject’s nobility, societal status and authority. Portraits were given as gifts in Renaissance Europe, and a portrait artist might have been commissioned to help mark a significant occasion such as a wedding or a promotion to high office. Prior to the advent of photography, which eventually replaced painted portraits as a quicker and more efficient way of capturing a person’s essence, the subject of a portrait had to sit for hours until the painter had finished. And during the 18th century in particular, if an artist commissioned for a portrait struggled with how to adequately memorialize and capture a subject’s likeness, sometimes a portrait painting wasn’t completed for up to a year.

Whether it’s part of the gallery-style approach to your living-room or dining-room walls or merely inspiration as you devise an eye-grabbing color scheme in your home, a portrait painting is a timeless decorative object for any interior. A landscape painting or sculpture might give you the kind of insight into a specific region of the world or a different culture that you can ascertain only through art. Similarly, when you take the time to learn about the subject of a portrait painting that you bring into your home — the sitter’s history, the relationship between the sitter and the artist should one exist, the story of how the portrait came to be — that work can become intensely personal in addition to its place as an object for an art-hungry corner of your apartment or house.

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