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Portrait Paintings For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Expressionist
Italian Florentine Figurative Expressionism Male Portrait acrylic on canvas 21st
Located in Florence, IT
The painting is signed and dated: L. NOCENTINI 010. The style of Ladislao Nocentini can be defined as a sort of Figurative Expressionism: his ...
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2010s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Otto Hake Signed American Modernist Woman Portrait Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice modernist portrait for sale here. Oil on board. Signed. Nicely framed. Image size, 9L x 10H.
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1920s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mag 1999, canvas, oil, 74.2x80.3 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Mag 1999, canvas, oil, 74.2x80.3 cm "Mag" is an intriguing artwork created in 1999 by Igor Maikov. It is a large oil painting on canvas, measuring 74.2x80.3 cm. The painting depicts a portrait of an old lady set...
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1990s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Regal Beauty 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Regal Beauty 1 is an oil painting that showcases the elegance and majesty of a black African woman. The subject is depicted with an afro hairstyle and a tribal mark on her face, which highlights her cultural identity and connection to her African roots. The Ankara fabric provides the backdrop, adding texture and depth to the piece and making the subject stand out even more. The oil on Ankara fabric medium creates a stunning visual effect, bringing out the richness of the colors and capturing the subject's beauty and strength. This painting serves as a tribute to the beauty, elegance, and resilience of African women and is a powerful reminder of the importance of cultural appreciation and representation. 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 Bakare Babatunde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Fabric

Remember Me
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Remember Me" is a poignant piece of art that evokes a powerful sense of nostalgia and remembrance. The piece centers around the face of a character, depic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Pastel, Charcoal, Acrylic, Cardboard

ESPLENDIDA
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Beautiful painting with acrylic paint and oils, mixed technique. Inspired by yoga as a means for meditation and sublime states of consciousness
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media

Onigele Yii
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The painting "Onigele Yii" depicts a striking black African woman wearing a vibrant Ankara head tie, known as gele, in the Yoruba language. Rendered with oil on canvas, the artwork c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Oil, Canvas, Acrylic

20th CENTURY FRENCH MODERNIST PAINTING - red eye man
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Man by Jean Marc (French 1949-2019) signed with initials gouache paint/ Watercolor painting: 15.75 x 16 inches provenance: private collection, South of France Superb ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

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Watercolor

Mystery Modernist Italian Artist Portrait of a Topless Woman
Located in Larchmont, NY
Mystery Italian Artist Untitled (Portrait of a Topless Woman), 1983 Oil on canvas 27 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. Framed: 28 1/2 x 24 1/2 in. Signed lower right
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1980s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

In Blue
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
In Blue, Yes, I'm in blue not because I choose to but because that's who l am and it tells my story. With a hoodie because I came from this very hood. I drank of its waters, and bat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

"A Touch Of Intimacy" Nude Woman 48"x48" Oil On Canvas by Betsy Podlach
Located in Carmel, CA
Betsy - 'A Touch Of Intimacy' - 2023 A Touch of Intimacy" is an evocative painting that captures a moment of tenderness and connection between two lovers. The nude woman's confiden...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"White Haired Bearded Man, Red" Modern Abstract Figurative Portrait Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Modern abstract figurative portrait painting by Houston, TX artist David Adickes. The work features a central bearded male figure set against a red background. Currently hung a decor...
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Coffee, Acrylic

Mid 20th Century British Portrait of Lady in Green Dress Signed Large Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a seated woman wearing a green dress Waldron West, British mid 20th century signed oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 30 x 25 inches provenance: private collection, England ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Signed Anthony Triano Dancer Painting
Located in Larchmont, NY
Anthony Triano (American, 1928-1997) Untitled, 20th Century Oil on canvas 14 1/8 x 18 in. Framed: 17 3/8 x 21 3/8 in. Signed lower right: Triano Proven...
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20th Century American Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Belgian Modernist Signed Oil Portrait of Sorrowful Lady in Blue Scarf
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Pierre LaFille, Belgian late 20th century signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 42.5 x 35 inches canvas: 39 x 32 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: very good and...
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Where Are You ?", with Bridge Pyramid Shape & the Mona Lisa Figurative Painting
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
"Where are you?", at a place where there are an arched bridge, a pyramid-shaped glass building and a portrait of the Mona Lisa. The lady in the painting asks or is asked in the phone...
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"With thoughts about…" Oil Painting 39" x 31" inch by Sergey Dolmatov
Located in Culver City, CA
"With thoughts about…" Oil Painting 39" x 31" inch by c Year: 2009 Size framed: 44" x 36" inch
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Huge 1960s French Signed Oil - Portrait of Fashionable Woman Emerald Green Dress
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, circa 1960's, signed with monogram Title: Portrait of a fashionable lady in an emerald green dress. Medium: oil...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sitting Pretty
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Art is a form of expression that can take many shapes and forms. One such form is painting, and Esther Obiwuru is an artist who has created a powerful piece of artwork titled "Sittin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Declined Expectation
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Sometimes as individuals, our expectations are not met or sometimes disorganized when we find ourselves in a confusing situation that has to do with going on a date. We are always anxious about going on a date we are already thrilled about and can't wait to explore that beautiful moment but unexpectedly our expectation was declined due to certain turn-off symbols or what we do dislike experiencing, but that shouldn't end up trying to overcome the unexpected to achieve the expected and aim of dating and love life. Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About Artist Joshua Salami...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

ELLA
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Beautiful painting with touches of surrealism, modernism, figurative and very special for the use of gold and silver ink in the work has a fine red velvet maria luisa and a neutral w...
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gold

Endless Possibility
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The will to succeed is important, but it is more important to prepare. It's hard to get to the top of success, but harder to remain there. It may take time, but the result is always ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

traveling musicians oil on board painting modernism art
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Oil measures 70x50 cm. Frame measures 83x63 cm. Painter of landscapes and figures, in whose characterization he deepens psychologically capturing the character, Albert Roca has won...
Category

1990s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Clown N.2 (In Green)
Located in Surfside, FL
The imagery of Maurice Kish (1895-1987), whether factories or carousels, reliably subverts expectations. His vision hovers just around the unraveling edge of things, where what is solid and clear becomes ambiguous. He is fascinated, often delighted, by the falling apart. This unexpected, fresh perspective results in oddly affecting pictures of a now long-gone New York. Born Moishe in a town called Dvinsk, Russia (what is now Daugavpils, Latvia), Kish came with his family to New York when he was in his teens. The family settled in Brownsville, and for the rest of Kish’s life Brooklyn remained his home, though he moved from one neighborhood to another. He was close to his parents, who recognized his talent and supported his desire to become an artist. Kish attended the National Academy of Design as well as Cooper Union. His fellow students included many other immigrants and children of immigrants who were particularly receptive to the Modernism coming from Europe. As his career progressed, Kish himself applied different strains of Modernism to different purposes. For him, the story was held above all else. For years, Kish used the skills he acquired in art school to earn his living at a Manhattan glass...
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Nude with Lace, Pastel Study Painting by Pio Santini
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming pastel painting on paper was designed by Pio Santini (1908-1986) and named: nude with lace. The artist's signature, Santini, can be found in the bottom left corner of the artwork. Lovely romantic composition with a nude young lady kneeling and holding a piece of white lace. Flamboyant magenta red drape background. The painting remains in its original frame, which features delicately carved wood, a gesso finish, an off-white wood liner, and glass protection. The piece is in good condition but has a dark stain and some small chips on the edges of the original wood frame. Measurements: With frame: 22.75 in. wide (58 cm) x 26 in. high (66 cm) Opening view: 14.50 in. wide (36.5 cm) x 17.75 in. (45 cm). Artist Biography: Pio Santini (1908-1986) Pio Santini was born on April 17, 1908, close to Rome, in Tivoli, Italy. He showed a precocious and pronounced artistic taste and gifts, to begin with, drawing and painting. From his childhood drawings, as early as 5 or 6 years old, he was gifted and had a technique above the average. As early as 1933, Pio Santini moved to Paris, in the Montparnasse district, also known as The Artists Area, where he settled in his first Parisian studio. He is recognized as a member of the Academy of Paris, a significant art movement in the first half of the 20th century, alongside Amedeo Modigliani and other Italian artists. While attending the classes of the Estienne School for further training in plastic art, Pio Santini started to attract attention in various Parisian Salons (particularly the Winter Salon, the Independents Salon, and the French Artists Salon) and to find a place in the Parisian universe of painting, as is shown in the press of the time. The Second World War, which pitted his country of birth against his adopted nation, created conflicting emotions in him. During this time, the concept of a united and reconciled Europe took root in his mind. In a way, he played a part in the resuming cultural exchanges between France and Italy by founding the association The Romans in Paris after the war, and especially by creating and animating the Villa D’Este Prize for about ten years, rewarding each year a French artist or writer by offering, a one month stay at the Villa, in Tivoli. Later, the Montparnasse Prize would reward Italian artists in Paris, in the same way. While devoting himself to painting, he worked as an art illustrator for edition and press and left us a rich but unrecognized work from this period. In the early 1960s, Pio Santini decided, imperiously and bravely, to live on his painting. A member of the Society of Independent Artists since 1934, he then actively participated in numerous collective exhibitions in France and abroad. He regularly exhibited in Parisian Salons, most of which he was a member: the Independents Salon, the Autumn Salon, the Winter Salon, the National Salon of the Fine Arts, and the Comparison Salon. A regular participant in the prestigious Salon des Artistes Français, he was often rewarded: Great Price of the Salon in 1970, then in 1974, a gold medal in 1971, and Prize-winner of the Ernest Marché Prize in 1974. Pio Santini lived his last years in his house in Garches, near Paris. He worked there until the last moment and died of illness at the age of 78. Keeping himself a part of the avant-garde of contemporary art, Pio Santini developed a personal work of formal coherence very steadily. He is a two-time artist, one of the beginnings of his career, the Thirties, and the other one, his rebirth, the Sixties, when the artist can again devote himself to painting. Between these two periods, the Second World War badly hit the pictorial growth of Pio Santini. However, everything had started under the best auspices for the young painter whose desire to devote himself to painting is evident in his self-portrait of 1928 as a manifesto. In the 1930s, following the revolutions of cubism, abstraction, and surrealism, figurative and sensual...
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1940s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Pastel, Board

‘Enlightened’ Abstract Portrait - Mixed Media 40"x30" by Masri
Located in Carmel, CA
Enlightened by Masri is a stunning abstract-portrait that depicts a man's upward transcendence into a state of enlightenment. The thick, textured, and vibrant palette strokes of or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

20th CENTURY FRENCH MODERNIST PAINTING - Yoga Style Figure Green Trousers
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Green Trousers by Jean Marc (French 1949-2019) gouache paint painting: 15.75 x 11.75 inches provenance: private collection, South of France Superb original painting by the widely e...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

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Gouache

Untitled - Contemporary polish art, Expressionistic portrait, Abstraction
Located in Warsaw, PL
MARZENA KAWALEROWICZ Polish artist. Currently, she lives and works in Warsaw. She has been exhibiting her paintings all over the world. Most important exhibitions were in "Galerie Je...
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1990s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media, Board

Against All Odds 7
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The face of this black woman shows the expression of victory, success, and triumph. As humans, it is inevitable sometimes to experience difficulties, but this period strengthens us ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

The mermaid buoy Julien Wolf Contemporary art painting expressionnist red yellow
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on canvas Hand signed on the back by the artist “At first glance, we are invited to a colorful carnival. Everything is movement here! As if Julien Wolf had tried to captur...
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2010s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Dekadans" Oil Painting 35" x 25.5" inch by Andrey Remnev
Located in Culver City, CA
"Dekadans" Oil Painting 35" x 25.5" inch by Andrey Remnev ARTIST BIO: "My birth place is Yakhroma town, in the vicinity of Moscow. It is situated on high hills, from where broad Bruegelian vistas are open. The uneven terrain with significant differences of high and low; a canal between the Moskva river and the Volga; small rivers, woods and villages; a nearby ancient town of Dmitrov, which is equal to Moscow in age; ships cruising the canal and trains outdistancing them – all this I saw from my window since my early years. It was a view that embraced all the diversity of the world. This is why I can say that the impressions of my childhood and youth – beautiful nature and remarkable people – are the most important ones. In the museum of Moscow's St. Andronic Monastery I copied the best examples of the old Russian painting of the 15th-17th centuries. My own style evolved from the ancient icon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

‘New Expression #16’ Abstract Portrait - Mixed Media 40"x30" by Masri
Located in Carmel, CA
New Expression #16 is a captivating abstract portrait that showcases the beauty and complexity of contemporary art. The painting features a young man's face, executed with masterful ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Golden Flute, Acrylic Oil , Charcoal on Canvas by Master Indian Artist “In Stock"
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Shuvaprasanna Bhattacharya - Golden Flute - 25 x 25 inches (unframed size) Acrylic & Charcoal on Canvas Should you wish to receive it framed and ready to hang it would measure approximately 31 x 31 inches and cost 500 usd to ship . One of the most popular series of the Master Artist, The Golden Flute is the artists more romantic rendition of Art. The iconic figures of Krishna, Radha, and Ganesha that found lyrical expression in the Icons series are modern representations and sophisticated idealizations of the same images in the popular media. Krishna is a cosmic musician, and the tune he creates by playing his transcendental flute is embodied with cosmic energy. When Krishna is depicted as being between the age of 5 and 8, it is always with his flute. Therefore, during this period, he is aptly called Murlidhara (murali means “flute,” and dhara means “hold”), signifying the one who holds the flute. He is never without it, whether he is with his mother, on the grazing grounds with his herd of cows, among his cowherd companions or roaming around on the Jamuna banks. Gopis lose their selves in this tune. For them, music becomes the voice of love, which is too passionate and secretive. Style : The city of Kolkata has always figured prominently in his work. His themes come from his personal interactions with its urban milieu - its sickness and sordidness, its violence and vulnerability and all that compounds its existential agony. Shuvaprasanna has depicted varying moods of the city and its people, its places, and all its facets that make the city distinctive. He doesn't merely portray reality as 'matter of fact' and his presentation of reality often has dream-like elements in it. In terms of technique, Shuvaprasanna boasts a precise, finely executed style that yields an unmistakable visual intensity. He works comfortably in an assortment of media, including oil on canvas, charcoal, and mixed media. About the Artist and his work : Born : In Calcutta, 1947. Education : Graduated from Indian College of Art (R.B. University, Calcutta) in 1969. Exhibitions : Shuvaprasanna has had several gallery and museum exhibitions, including at the Tao Art Gallery and at the Chawla Art Gallery, Square One Mall. Several works by the artist have been sold at auction, including 'ABODE' sold at Waddington's 'Fine Prints & Photography Auction...
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Oil

What We Get In Return
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
In the realm of art, the interplay between subject and background can create captivating narratives that resonate with viewers on multiple levels. Adewuyi Theophilus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Belgian Modernist Judaica Portrait of a Rabbi
Located in Surfside, FL
Judaica oil painting Rabbi portrait.
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Toy Seller" Oil Painting 35" x 45" inch by Andrey Remnev
Located in Culver City, CA
"Toy Seller" Oil Painting 35" x 45" inch by Andrey Remnev ARTIST BIO: "My birth place is Yakhroma town, in the vicinity of Moscow. It is situated on high hills, from where broad Bruegelian vistas are open. The uneven terrain with significant differences of high and low; a canal between the Moskva river and the Volga; small rivers, woods and villages; a nearby ancient town of Dmitrov, which is equal to Moscow in age; ships cruising the canal and trains outdistancing them – all this I saw from my window since my early years. It was a view that embraced all the diversity of the world. This is why I can say that the impressions of my childhood and youth – beautiful nature and remarkable people – are the most important ones. In the museum of Moscow's St. Andronic Monastery I copied the best examples of the old Russian painting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Heart Desire
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Art has the ability to evoke emotions and convey powerful messages that can leave a lasting impact on its viewers. The artwork titled "Heart Desire" is one such piece that captures the essence of following your dreams, no matter what. The artwork features a woman in a contemplative pose, staring into the distance. The woman's facial expression exudes determination and passion, creating a sense of urgency and purpose in the viewer's mind. The use of vibrant colors adds to the artwork's overall vibrancy and appeal. The title of the artwork, "Heart Desire," is an ode to the woman's dreams and aspirations. It highlights the importance of pursuing one's passions, no matter how challenging or difficult the journey may seem. The artwork encourages us to listen to our hearts and follow our dreams, regardless of the obstacles that may come our way. In today's world, where societal norms and expectations often dictate our career choices and life paths, the artwork is a powerful reminder that our dreams and desires are unique to us and must be pursued wholeheartedly. It encourages us to take the leap of faith and pursue our passions, even if it means stepping out of our comfort zones and facing rejection or failure. The artwork's message is particularly relevant to women, who often face societal pressures and expectations that may limit their career choices and life paths. The artwork challenges the traditional narrative of women as homemakers or caregivers and highlights the importance of pursuing one's passions and dreams, regardless of one's gender or societal expectations. In conclusion, the artwork titled "Heart Desire" is a powerful reminder of the importance of following our dreams, no matter what. It encourages us to listen to our hearts and pursue our passions, even if it means stepping out of our comfort zones and facing challenges along the way. The artwork is a testament to the human spirit and serves as a source of inspiration and motivation for all those who dare to dream. 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 Roseleen Labazacchy, a true Nigerian born in the year 2000 and based in Ibadan, Oyo state Nigeria. Roseleen holds a National Certificate of Education in Fine Art from Emmanuel Alayande College of Education, Oyo State. She is a mixed-media painter. Roseleen was exposed to art from a very young age; Her father being an artist himself enrolled her in the popular Nike Art Gallery at a very young age to learn traditional Adire making, a skill she still practices to date. This was how she started art professionally and she has been getting better at what she does since then. In the just-concluded international art exhibition and competition organized by Talentia Foundation, Roseleen Labazacchy who participated in the competition amidst other international artists came first in the Mix Media category and was presented with a certificate of achievement in recognition of her artistic endeavor. Roseleen uses oil and acrylic with fabrics on canvas to consciously project African women's dignity and true African beauty. As an African painter, Roseleen hopes to bring about the emancipation of the true African Women image...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Fabric, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Rabbi in Study
By Avraham Goldberg
Located in Surfside, FL
Avraham Goldberg, Painter. b. 1906, Poland. Immigrated to Eretz Israel 1919. Died in Tel Aviv, 1980. Studies: Art Academy, New York. Lived in Paris and Tel Aviv. Goldberg had thre...
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Figurative Framed Oil Painting - The Priests
Located in Bristol, GB
THE PRIESTS Size: 60 x 48 cm (including frame) Oil on canvas A brilliantly painted mid century figurative portrait of 2 priests, exec...
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1950s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bon Voyage
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
At this point in time I have come to the realization that as time jumps, I have to evolve, and personal responsibilities become heavier as we want for greater things in life. I am not settling for less anymore so we can't go back to the hood doing the norms, I told my friends I’d be gone only for a few years so I go with my sketchbook and life jacket...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas, Polymer

Italian Tuscany Figurative Expressionism Male Nude ink on paper 20st
Located in Florence, IT
The painting is signed and dated: L. NOCENTINI 91. The style of Ladislao Nocentini can be defined as a sort of Figurative Expressionism: his i...
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Early 2000s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Ink, Paper

Valley of No Shadows 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Valley of No Shadows is an original painting by Fredrick Idele. Fredrick created Valley of No Shadows with Acrylic, Pastel, and Charcoal on a 24W by 24H inches Card. "Valley of No Shadows" is a captivating artwork that portrays a peaceful state of mind where fears and worries are conquered, and inner peace is found. The artwork features a character adorned with African symbols...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Pastel, Acrylic, Cardboard, Charcoal

1970 Haitian Mod Gold Painting Portrait of African American Woman Emilcar Simil
By Emilcar Similien (SIMIL)
Located in Surfside, FL
Feu de Joie 1970 hand signed and dated. Measurements: 25.75 X 25.75 Framed. Image is 23.75 X 23.75 Emilcar Similien, known as Simil was born in 1944 in St. Marc. He finished elementary school in St. Marc and high school in Port-au-Prince. From 1965 until 1971 he studied at the Academy of Beaux-Arts in Port-au-Prince, where he took courses in painting, sculpture, and art history. Simil uses his images of women only as means for displaying patterns, color, and the sparkle of gold jewelry on black skin. He paints with acrylics on Masonite of any size. His surfaces are smooth and polished. Simil delights in beauty, elegance, and grace. This is done in a silhouette style reminiscent of Kara Walker. Emilcar Simil (Similcar) is known for Acrylic painting in high colors of black skinned female figures. He is of the generation of Haitian artists that include Bernard Sejourne, Prospere Pierre-Louis, Levoy Exil, Louisiane Saint Fleurant, Henri Calixte, Paul Dieuseul, Laurent Casimir, Frantz Zephirin, Denis Smith, Philton Latortue, Philome Obin, Préfète Duffaut, Fernand Pierre...
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1970s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic Polymer, Acrylic, Canvas

Queen Eniola
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Queen Eniola" is a stunning portrait of an African queen created by the Nigerian artist, Theophilus Madaki. The painting depicts Queen Eniola, a pow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Verwoerd (from the collection 'Once were Leaders')
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning artwork by South African artist Ryan Hewett. It is part of a series of works titled "Once Were Leaders" that the artist created in 2016,...
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2010s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Italian Tuscany Figurative Expressionism Female Nude ink on paper 20st
Located in Florence, IT
The painting is signed and dated: L. NOCENTINI 91. The style of Ladislao Nocentini can be defined as a sort of Figurative Expressionism: his i...
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Early 2000s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Ink, Paper

Mary and Her Little Lamb
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Mary and Her Little Lamb" is a well-known American nursery rhyme that has been enjoyed by generations of children. The rhyme has inspired many artists to create works of art depicting Mary and her beloved lamb, and one such artwork is the painting by Theophilus Madaki...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

In Her Thoughts 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Art is often a reflection of the world around us and can convey deep emotions and thoughts through various mediums. One such powerful artwork is "In Her Thoughts" created by Esther O...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Elderly Rabbi 20th Century Judaica Portrait
Located in Surfside, FL
The artist depicts the portrait of an older Rabbi from a profile view in the manner of Samuel Rothbort. The artist's brush work is expressive, while the subject matter has a high deg...
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20th Century Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The Face" Modern Abstract Blue Toned Figurative Portrait Painting of a Bust
Located in Houston, TX
Modern abstract figurative portrait painting by Houston, TX artist David Adickes. The work features a central close up of a figure set against a light blue background and a painted t...
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nylons and Bric-a-Brac by Orovida Pissarro - Oil painting
Located in London, GB
*UK BUYERS WILL PAY AN ADDITIONAL 20% VAT ON TOP OF THE ABOVE PRICE Nylons and Bric-a-Brac by Orovida Pissarro (1893-1968) Oil on canvas 73 x 60 cm (28 ³/₄ x 23 ⁵/₈ inches) Signed and dated upper right Orovida 1951 Provenance Estate of the artist With John Bensusan-Butt, cousin of the artist G Hassell, 25th November 1988 With John Noott, 10th June 1992 Literature K L Erickson, Orovida Pissarro: Painter and Print-Maker with A Catalogue Raisonné of Paintings, (doctoral thesis), Oxford, 1992, Appendices, no. 141 (illustrated) Exhibition London, Redfern Gallery, Recent Paintings: Orovida, 3rd-26th January 1952, no. 51 Artist biography Orovida Camille Pissarro, Lucien and Esther Pissarro’s only child, was the first woman in the Pissarro family as well as the first of her generation to become an artist. Born in Epping, England in 1893, she lived and worked predominantly in London where she became a prominent member of several British arts clubs and societies. She first learned to paint in the Impressionist style of her father, but after a brief period of formal study with Walter Sickert in 1913 she renounced formal art schooling. Throughout her career, Orovida always remained outside of any mainstream British art movements. Much to Lucien's disappointment she soon turned away from naturalistic painting and developed her own unusual style combining elements of Japanese, Chinese, Persian and Indian art. Her rejection of Impressionism, which for the Pissarro family had become a way of life, together with the simultaneous decision to drop her famous last name and simply use Orovida as a ‘nom de peintre’, reflected a deep desire for independence and distance from the weight of the family legacy. Orovida's most distinctive and notable works were produced from the period of 1919 to 1939 using her own homemade egg tempera applied in thin, delicate washes to silk, linen or paper and sometimes embellished with brocade borders. These elegant and richly decorative works generally depict Eastern, Asian and African subjects...
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1950s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Manner of Marcel Vertes Portrait of a Lady Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Mid century, manner of Marcel Vertes, 20th century painter, printmaker and illustrator.
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Diamond in the Rough
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Diamond in the Rough" commands attention with its juxtaposition of vibrant colors against a somber backdrop. The central focus is on the lady, who sits a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media

Bloom
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Promise for transformation coming into full beauty, before we wilt and disappear. The unstoppable energy to radiate and glow, The urge to look over our shoulders, looking to be compared. Flaunting a flair, seeking attention everywhere. (Written by the Artist) 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 Osoba Omoayo George...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas, Polymer

Electrified Jazz
Located in Nashville, TN
"Electrified Jazz" is an acrylic-on-canvas painting by Nashville artist James Threalkill. People being his primary subject matter, Threalkill depicts his subjects with vivacity. He ...
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2010s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Nude Lady Reclining Model Sketchy 20th century Beige Earthy Tones oil painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Nude Model British School, circa 1970's oil on board, unframed board: 20 x 28 inches provenance: private collection, Cotswolds, England condition: good and sound condition
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20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dreaming Dali, #2270, Horst P. Horst Homage, Mixed media Collage on Paper.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dreaming Dali #2270 by Natasha Zupan Mixed-media on paper Measures: 13 in. H x 13 in. W One of a kind Signed lower right on recto by the artist Numbered on verso 2018 Natasha Zupan'...
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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Acrylic

Parisian Socialite Woman Oil on Canvas Painting by Maurice Ehlinger
By Maurice Ambroise Ehlinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mesmerizing 1950s modern portrait features an oil on canvas painting by Maurice Ambroise Ehlinger (1896 - 1981). The model is Miss France Noel, a socialite from the Paris bourgeoisie. The piece is hand-signed in the bottom left corner. A caption on the canvas at the back reads: "Mademoiselle France Noel par M. Ehlinger - MCMLVII." The painting still has its original elegant ornate cerused or limed oak frame with gray painted liner. Measurements: With frame: 30.75 in. wide (78 cm) x 36 in. high (91.5 cm) x 2.75 in. deep (7 cm). Opening view: 23 in. wide (58.5 cm) x 28.25 in. high (71.5 cm) About: Maurice Ehlinger (1896 - 1981). Painter, born in Champagney, Haute Saone, France in 1896. He spent part of his life in Moyenmoutier in the Vosges region. Thanks to a grant from the City of Saint Die, he followed the teaching of Larcher at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Nancy. Then, he went to Paris to follow the courses of masters Jules Adler and Francois Flameng...
Category

1950s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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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.

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