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Portrait Paintings For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 18th Century
'Sir John Wynn, 5th Baronet' three-quarter-length portrait, oil on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
Sir John Wynn, 5th Baronet Canvas Size: 50 x 40" (127 x 102cm) Outside Frame Size: 58 x 48" (147 x 122cm) Sir John Wynn, 5th Baronet (1628 – 11 January 1719) was a Welsh landowner a...
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1710s English School Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Giovanni Morosini (1719 - 1789), Italian school. Late 18th century
Located in Firenze, IT
Portrait of Bishop of Verona Giovanni Morosini (1719 - 1789), Italian school. Technique: oil on canvas painting, relined canvas. Late 18th century. Represents a church man. The fig...
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Late 18th Century Baroque Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

A Portrait of a Bewigged Gentleman
By Enoch Seeman
Located in St. Albans, GB
Enoch Seeman Canvas Size: 30 x 25" (76 x 62cm) Outside Frame Size: 37 x 32" (92 x 80cm) 1694-1744 He was born in Danzig, now Gdansk, Poland, around 1694. His father, also Enoch...
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Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Louis XV, King Of France, 18th Century follower of Pierre Mignard
Located in Blackwater, GB
Portrait of Louis XV, King Of France, 18th Century follow of Pierre Mignard (1612-1694) Large circa 1720 portrait of Louis XV King Of France, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and c...
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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady - Large South Eastern European Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful mid 20th century Southeastern European oil on canvas portrait of a lady wearing a white headdress. This intriguing work is expertly painted with thick impasto paintwork which has been built up across the surface. Indistinctly signed lower right and presented in a reverse profile frame. We think that this work was painted by an artist working in Southeastern Europe, most likely Greece or Macedonia. Artist: Southeastern European School...
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1960s Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of an Elegant Lady in a Red Silk Dress, Beautiful Antique Frame c.1720
By Jonathan Richardson the Elder
Located in London, GB
This beautiful portrait was painted circa 1725 and is a fine example of the English eighteenth century portrait style. The artist has chosen to depict the lady against a plain background wearing a simple red silk dress and transparent headdress hanging down the back. The sitter is not shown with jewellery or any other elements to distract the viewer’s attached, thus highlighting the beauty of the young sitter. This restrained manner achieves a sense of understated elegance. The portrait genre was valued particularly highly in English society. Neither landscapes nor allegorical pictures were ever priced so highly at exhibitions and in the trade as depictions of people, from the highest aristocracy to scholars, writers, poets and statesmen. With the rich colouring and lyrical characterisation, these works are representative of the archetypal English portrait and is are very appealing examples of British portraiture...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

English mid century oil painting Portrait of cute Corgi dog
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century oil painting Portrait of a cute Corgi. Paintings of this breed are very rare and very collected. Kate Gray was a British animal portrait painter during the last...
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Portrait of an Elegant Lady in a Blue Silk Dress, Beautiful Antique Frame c.1720
By Jonathan Richardson the Elder
Located in London, GB
This beautiful portrait was painted circa 1725 and is a fine example of the English eighteenth century portrait style. The artist has chosen to depict the lady in a simple blue silk dress and without jewelry or a background, thus allowing the viewer to concentrate solely on the beauty of the sitter. The effect of this restrained manner creates a sense of understated elegance. The portrait genre was valued particularly highly in English society. Neither landscapes nor allegorical pictures were ever priced so highly at exhibitions and in the trade as depictions of people, from the highest aristocracy to scholars, writers, poets and statesmen. With the rich colouring and lyrical characterisation, these works are representative of the archetypal English portrait and is are very appealing examples of British portraiture...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Gentleman in Armour and Mauve Cloak c.1740; Louis Tocque, Painting
Located in London, GB
The sitter in this superb portrait, presented by Titan Fine Art, is shown with the grandiloquence characteristic of the eighteenth-century French school of painting. The young nobleman has been portrayed wearing an ingeniously embellished French ceremonial armour, a mauve cloak, and an abundance of cascading curls falling below his shoulders. Our portrait proclaims to every onlooker that this is a superior being. The manner in which portraits were painted was set out by the terms of the commission and usually marked significant life events such as a betrothal, a death, elevation of rank… but they almost always emphasised the wealth and importance of the sitter. This type of portrait had become a standard format for aristocratic portraiture in Europe during the last quarter of the seventeenth century up to the middle of eighteenth century. Incorporated into the background was often a raging battlefield or a military encampment; our portrait is free from these trappings and contains a dramatic moody sky ensures the viewer focuses mainly on the subject. The features of the sitter’s face have been captured with great sensitivity, his confident gaze perhaps reflecting the near invincibility afforded by this steel suit. The flamboyance and penetrating sense of character, lending an air of noble expectancy to the composition, seems almost eclipsed by the artist's virtuosic handling of paint. It is not hard to understand why many wealthy sitters commissioned the artist to paint their portraits. Such fine and ornate armour was not actually used on a battlefield and thus its portrayal in portraiture was largely symbolic of a sitter’s wealth and status as well as a claim of succession to a chivalrous tradition. The style of hair and neckcloth were fashionable circa 1740. Held in an exquisite eighteenth century carved and gilded frame - a fine work of art in itself. Louis Tocqué was a very successful French portrait painter active during the Rococo period of art. His work was known for its attention to detail, its portrayal of the character of the sitter, the refined postures, and the delicacy of the rendered draperies. He created both realistic and expressive portraits. Tocqué was born in Paris in 1696 and trained with the famous portrait painters Hyacinthe Rigaud, Nicolas Bertin, and Jean Marc Nattier whose daughter he later married. He entered the Academy in 1731 and became a full member in 1734 with his portraits of Galloche and the sculptor Jean Louis Lemoine, and he pursued a brilliant career as a portrait painter, receiving numerous commissions from members of the French aristocracy and royalty. His works were highly sought after by collectors of the time, and his reputation earned him the appointment of official portrait painter to the court of France in 1746 – in fact he stayed at most of the courts in northern Europe. From 1737 to 1759 he exhibited a large number of works at the Salon. Tocqué's paintings can be found in museums and private collections around the world. Recent sales...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Ritratto del Re di Sardegna Vittorio Amedeo III di Savoia. Ambito di G. Panealbo
Located in Firenze, IT
Ritratto del Re di Sardegna Vittorio Amedeo III di Savoia. Ambito di Giovanni Panelalbo. Ritratto di Vittorio Amedeo III di Savoia (Torino, 26 giugno 1726 – Moncalieri, 16 ottobre 1...
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Late 18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Italian 18th Century Oil Painting Portrait of a Merchant
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
A Venetian Gentleman 18th Century Venetian School oil painting on board, framed framed: 7.25 x 6 inches board: 5.25 x 4 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: sound bu...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Early 18th century portrait painting of Henrietta Paulet, Duchess of Bolton
By Maria Verelst
Located in Bath, Somerset
Portrait of Henrietta Paulet, Duchess of Bolton, née Crofts, (c. 1682–1730), three-quarter length, standing on a colonnaded terrace wearing an ivory silk gown and holding a sprig of ...
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Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

English mid century oil painting Portrait of a Wire Haired Jack Russell terrier
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century oil painting Portrait of a Wire Haired Jack Russell terrier. Kate Gray was a British animal portrait painter during the last half of the ...
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Portrait of a Gentleman with his Dog - Possibly Abraham Tucker. Oil on Canvas
By Enoch Seeman
Located in St. Albans, GB
Enoch Seeman - 1894 - 1744 An excellent example of Seeman's work. It is typically unsigned as was the case of many portraits of that time. A three quarter length portrait showing a r...
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1730s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Girl with Flowerpot, Expressionist Portrait by Philadelphia Artist
Located in Doylestown, PA
"Girl with Flowerpot" is a portrait painting by Philadelphia born Expressionist painter Bernard Harmon. The 40" x 36" oil on board portrait is painted in a vibrant color palette. The...
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1960s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Board, Oil

Fine 18th Century British Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady, Large oil painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Circle of Thomas Hudson (1701-1779) British. 18th Century Bust Portrait of a Lady, Oil on Canvas, Inscribed on a label verso, canvas: 30" x 25" (76.2 x 63.5cm). frame: 30 x 25 in...
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Oil On Canvas Portrait Of The 18th Century Entourage De Largilliere Unframed
Located in Gavere, BE
"Oil On Canvas Portrait Of The Eighteenth Century Entourage De Largilliere Unframed" 18th Century French School, Surroundings of Nicolas de Largilliere Presumed portrait of Pierre C...
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1740s French School Portrait Paintings

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Gold Leaf

18th century Portrait of a lady as Erato, the muse of poetry - Angelica Kauffman
By Angelica Kauffmann
Located in Antwerp, BE
18th century English school portrait of a lady, said to be Mrs. John Ruscombe of Colne, Lancaster, as the muse Erato This very skilfully painted portrait depicts a lady as the muse Erato, playing the Lyre. Her eyes are filled with emotion and her lips are curved in a soft, delightful smile. Hinting at the love song she is composing? Erato is one of the nine Muses in Greek mythology. She is the muse of lyric poetry, love poetry, and mimicry. Erato is often depicted holding a lyre, symbolizing her association with music and poetry. She inspires poets and writers to create works that celebrate love, beauty, and human emotions. Our painting was sold in the early 1900s as a work by Angelica Kauffman. Kauffman was an 18th-century Swiss Neoclassical painter who achieved significant success and recognition in a male-dominated art world. Born in Switzerland in 1741, she showed exceptional talent from a young age and received formal art training in Italy. Kauffman gained fame for her historical and mythological paintings, as well as her portraits, which were characterized by their grace, elegance, and classical influences. She was a founding member of the Royal Academy of Arts in London and enjoyed patronage from aristocrats and royalty throughout Europe. Kauffman's work contributed to the rise of Neoclassicism and she remains one of the most prominent female artists of her time. Measurements: Oil on canvas ca. 98 by 77cm and with the frame ca. 118 by 97 cm Provenance: Collection of Felix Gouled American Art Association, Anderson Galleries, by 1937 Kende Galleries at Gimbel Brothers, Jay Gould...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Painting Portrait of a Noblewoman 18th century
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on Canvas. Italian School of the 18th century. portrait of noblewoman in rich evening dress, with an ermine cloak draped over her shoulders, indicating high lineage. Retelated, t...
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Early 1700s Other Art Style Portrait Paintings

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Oil

An Allegory of Music, 18th Century School of François BOUCHER (1703-1770)
By François Boucher
Located in Blackwater, GB
An Allegory of Music, 18th Century School of François BOUCHER (1703-1770) One of a set of Three Large 18th Century French allegory of Music, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition allegorical study of cherubs reciting a piece of music in the heavens accompanied by doves. Presented in an antique gilded and hand carved Rococo frame...
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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

An Allegory of Music, 18th Century School of François BOUCHER (1703-1770)
By François Boucher
Located in Blackwater, GB
An Allegory of Literature, 18th Century School of François BOUCHER (1703-1770) One of a set of Three Large 18th Century French allegory of Literature, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition allegorical study of cherubs writing upon a scroll in the heavens accompanied by doves. Presented in an antique gilded and hand carved Rococo frame...
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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

An Allegory of Architecture, 18th Century School of François BOUCHER (1703-1770)
By François Boucher
Located in Blackwater, GB
An Allegory of Architecture, 18th Century School of François BOUCHER (1703-1770) One of a set of Three Large 18th Century French allegory of Architecture, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition allegorical study of cherubs study drawings beside an ancient column. Presented in an antique gilded and hand carved Rococo frame...
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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait De La Fosse Rigaud Paint Oil on canvas 17/18th Century Old master Art
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Hyacinthe Rigaud (Perpignan 1659 - Paris 1743) attributable Portrait of the painter Charles de La Fosse (1636-1716) oil on canvas 60 x 52 cm/ In a beautiful frame cm. 113 x 78 The ...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

circa 1700s Huge Old Master Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady Oil Painting canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Noble Lady circa 1700 circle of John Closterman (German 1660-1711) oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 50 x 40 inches provenance: private collection, Somerset, England con...
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Early 1700s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

18th Century English School Portrait of a young girl, half length
Located in Harkstead, GB
A charming portrait of a young girl presented in the original, hand carved giltwood frame. Circle of John Opie (1761-1807) Portrait of a young girl, half length With old label to t...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady in a Blue & Pink Silk Dress, possibly Mrs Rowe, Signed Dated
Located in London, GB
This charming picture, which has been signed and dated: H. Pickering pinxt 1752 is a type favoured by the highly successful artist Henry Pickering. Pickering’s painting life, from 1...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Oil On Canvas portrait Elisabeth de Fontenay Circle of Largilliere With Frame
Located in Gavere, BE
"Oil On Canvas From The Eighteenth Century Entourage De Largilliere With Frame" 18th Century French School, Surroundings of Nicolas de Largilliere Presumed portraits of Louise Elisa...
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1740s French School Portrait Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Portrait of count Evreux, French, 18th c. studio of Hyacinthe Rigaud, circa 1705
Located in PARIS, FR
Portrait of Henri-Louis de la Tour d'Auvergne, Comte d'Evreux Studio of Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659-1743) Early 18th century French school, circa 1705 Oil on canvas Dimensions: h. 72 cm, w. 57.5 cm Louis XIV period gilded and richly carved wood frame with flowered corners. Framed: h. 96 cm, w. 80 cm Henri-Louis de la Tour d'Auvergne (1679-1753), Count of Evreux at the age of 24. The young man is depicted standing, seen at mid-height, turned three-quarters, against a background of a sky filled with cannon smoke. Head turned to the left, a large wig falling over his shoulders, a youthful face with plain cheeks, a delicate smile from thin lips, a gentle, benevolent facial expression. The right hand rests on the command staff in the foreground, while the left arm is bent and the hand rests on the hip. He is wearing a white sash of command, the floating drapery of which appears to his right. Fully armored, his only visible adornments are the blue velvet facings at the joins of the armor pieces and the sleeves of fine white lace. Power and charisma emanate from this military portrait. The young man's stature, bearing and head carriage convey the image of a valiant warrior. The theatrical lighting abundantly illuminates the face and creates strong metallic reflections in the armor. Despite his static stance, the hair blowing in the wind enlivens the painting, lending a dynamism and vigor that amplify the model's belligerent attitude. Our work is a studio version by Hyacinthe Rigaud, the original of which was executed by the artist himself in 1703. This original portrait of the Comte d'Evreux is now housed in the Gemälde Galerie - Alte Meister in the collections of the Kassel Museum. This portrait, one of the artist's most successful, was exhibited in 1704 at the Salon de l'Académie des Beaux-Arts and received rave reviews. As for the Compte d'Evreux, as soon as the original was created, he was satisfied with the artist's work and directly commissioned several replicas, which were executed by the studio between 1703 and 1705. These studio versions, as in the case of our painting, were intended as gifts from the Count to his wartime companions or members of his family. Our work is listed in the catalog raisonné of Hyacinthe Rigaud written by the artist's specialist Mr. Stéphane Perreau (published in 2004) Provenance: former private collection in Dijon, Burgundy Henri-Louis de la Tour d'Auvergne, le comte d'Evreux was the fourth son of the Duc de Bouillon, Godefroy-Maurice de La Tour...
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Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Donna sul fiume" Olio su tavola cm. 50 x 67 1965
Located in Torino, IT
LEONID VAICHLIA (St. Petersburg, 1922) Works by Leonid Vaichlia can be found in various private collections in Europe, Japan, United States and in the following museums: Mosca, T...
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1960s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Abigail, Countess of Kinnoull, Signed Dated Godfrey Kneller Painting
Located in London, GB
Presented by Titan Fine Art, this elegant and beautiful portrait depicts Abigail Hay, Lady Dupplin, Countess of Kinnoull; it is an excellent example of English portraiture from the f...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

'Portrait of a Man Playing Guitar', Berlin School (circa 1960s)
Located in London, GB
'Portrait of a Man Playing Guitar', oil on board, Berlin School (circa 1960s). Clearly inspired by Georges Braque's (1882-1963) and Juan Gris' (1887-1927) works, this painting is sim...
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1960s Abstract Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Portrait of a Young Woman
Located in London, GB
'Portrait of Young Woman', oil on board, German School (circa 1960s). A sensuous mid-century portrait of a young woman painted in the style of expressionists / cubists of the era. Un...
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

A Portrait of a Gentleman, thought to be Moses Diego Lopez Pereira
Located in London, GB
Austrian School, 18th Century A Portrait of a Gentleman, thought to be Moses Diego Lopez Pereira, 1st Baron d’Aguilar, in an elaborate coat and a powdered wig Oil on canvas Provena...
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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait Woman Princess Diziani Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Art
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Gaspare Diziani (Belluno 1689 - Venice 1767) Portrait of a Young Princess (Salome?) Oil on canvas 42 x 33 cm Framed 70 x 63 cm A charming portrait of a beautiful young woman with ...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Antique American Modernist Interior Scene Young Woman Portrait Rare Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very impressive mid 20th century modernist interior scene. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed with a monogram. Really impressive quality and a great subject.
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Fine 1700's French/ Dutch Oil Painting on Copper Portrait Man Ruff Collar
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Gentleman wearing a Ruff Collar Dutch/ French artist, 18th century oil painting on copper, unframed copper board : 6.75 x 5 inches provenance: private collection, UK co...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Copper

English School 18th Century Old Master Portrait Dated 1767 Oil Painting
Located in Holywell, GB
English School 18th Century Old Master Portrait Dated 1767. An intriguing painting dating to the mid 18th century bearing a label verso which is indistinct, but appears to read, “Mr...
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

The Tax Collectors Italian 1700's Oil Painting on Copper in Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Tax Collectors Italian School, early 18th century oil on copper panel, framed framed: 14 x 11.5 inches copper panel : 11.5 x 9 inches provenance: private collection, UK conditio...
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Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of a Man possibly Arthur Viscount Irwin, Temple Newsam Oil on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
Charles Jervas Possibly Arthur, 6th Viscount Irwin (Temple Newsam) Oil on Canvas Picture Size: 50 x 40" Outside Frame Size: 58 x 48" 1675 – 1739 Charles Jervas, who was born in Cl...
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Early 1700s English School Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of a Lady possibly Frances Thynne, Lady Worsley 1673-1750 Oil on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
Charles Jervas Possibly Frances Thynne, Lady Worsley 1673-1750 Oil on Canvas Picture Size: 50 x 40" Outside Frame Size: 58 x 48" 1675 – 1739 Charles Jervas, who was born in Clonli...
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Early 1700s English School Portrait Paintings

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Oil

The Hon. John Spencer
Located in London, GB
PROVENANCE Presumably commissioned by the sitter’s father-in-law, John Carteret, 2nd Earl Granville, Haynes Park, Thence by descent, Lady Louisa Carteret , who married Thomas Thynne,...
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Men portrait
By Giovanni Maria delle Piane dit Mulinaretto (Genoa 1670 - Monticelli d´Ongina 1745)
Located in BELEYMAS, FR
Giovanni Maria DELLE PIANE, known as IL MULINARETTO (Genoa, 1660 – Monticelli d'Ongina, 1745) Portrait of a man Oil on oval canvas H. 108 cm; L. 83 cm Provenance: Nino Ferrari Colle...
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1730s Italian School Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Modernist Portrait of a Child by NY Artist Syril Frank
Located in Larchmont, NY
Syril Frank (American, 1929-2021) Untitled, c. 1960s Oil on canvas 35 7/8 x 23 3/4 x 3/4 in. Provenance: Estate of the Artist Syril Harriet Frank was born in Brooklyn to Israel and...
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Fine 18th Century British Oil Painting Mother & Infant Child in Adoration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mother & Child British artist, late 18th century after the painting by Sir Anthony van Dyke oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 20 x 18 inches provenance: private collection, Berkshire,...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

18th century Portrait of a young girl, Miss Cator in a landscape, white dress
Located in Woodbury, CT
Portrait of a young British Girl, in her white dress with Pink Sash. Choosing to acquire an 18th-century portrait of a young girl by English artist John Russell is an opportunity to...
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1780s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

English mid century oil painting Portrait of Miniature Black Poodle
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century oil painting Portrait of a Miniature Poodle Kate Gray was a British animal portrait painter during the last half of the 20th century. She also painted flower subj...
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Portrait of King Edward VI, Oil on panel with Gold Leaf, 18th Century English
Located in London, GB
Oil on oak panel Image size: 25 1/2 x 19 inches (37.5 x 27 inches) 18th Century Auricular gilt frame Provenance New York private collection This portrait of the King Edward VI dep...
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Early 18th Century English School Portrait Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Portrait of a Young Boy Carrying a Fruit Basket, 18th Century Oil on Canvas
By Sir William Beechey
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 30 x 25 inches (76 x 63.5 cm) Hand carved gilt frame This is a charming 18th century portrait of a young boy, sporting a golden child's two-piece with a fl...
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18th Century English School Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

18th Century Portrait of a Gentleman French School Man Oil on Canvas Blue White
Located in Sanremo, IT
Painting, oil on canvas, measuring 92 x 75 cm without frame and 102 x 87 cm with frame depicting a nobleman of the French school of the first half of the 18th century. In its formal...
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Early 18th Century French School Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

!8th Century Portrait of a Dame French School Woman Oil on Canvas Gold Blue
Located in Sanremo, IT
Painting oil on canvas measuring 92 x 75 cm without frame and 102 x 87 cm with frame depicting a rich lady of the French school of the first half of the 18th century. In its formal ...
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Early 18th Century French School Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Modernist Ballon Portrait Framed Vintage Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century modernist portrait. Framed. Oil on canvas.
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Crossed Arms (Portrait of a Blond), Nude Portrait by Jan De Ruth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Jan De Ruth, Czech (1922 - 1991) Title: Crossed Arms (Portrait of a Blonde) Year: circa 1964 Medium: Oil on Canvas Size: 35 in. x 25 in. (88.9 cm x 63.5 cm) Frame Size: 44 x ...
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1960s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Young Boy with Donkey, William Weintraub
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: William Weintraub (1926) Title: Young Boy with Donkey Year: 1962 Medium: Oil on board Size: 33 x 25.5 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: Signed and dated by the artist ...
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1960s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

English satirical painter - 18th century painting - Connoisseur and Tired Boy
Located in Varmo, IT
English painter (late 18th century) - The Connoisseur and Tired Boy. 39.5 x 32 cm without frame, 46 x 38 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved wooden frame. -...
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Late 18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Fine 18th Century English Portrait of Aristocratic Gentleman Huge Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of an Aristocratic English Gentleman circle of Thomas Hudson (British (1701-1779) oil on canvas, framed framed: 53.5 x 45 inches painting: 45 x 40 inches provenance: private...
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Madonna at Prayer - Italian Old Master art religious oil painting
By Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sassoferrato
Located in London, GB
This rather special Italian Old Master religious portrait oil painting is attributed to a follower of Giovanni Battista Salvi, or Sassoferrato as he is better known. Painted circa 17...
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1790s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Abstract Expressionist Original Oil Portrait of Man with Beard
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Abstract Expressionist Portrait of Man with Beard Original mid century abstract expressionist of man with beard by California artist Genevieve Rogers (American, 1904 - 1...
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1960s Abstract Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Paper

Golden Age of Illustration Romance Story, Man Woman Relationship - Green Yellow
Located in Miami, FL
This impeccably rendered mid-century double portrait of a quarreling man and woman exhibits a supreme academic training knowledge lost in almost all contemporary art. It features an ...
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1960s Romantic Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media, Gouache, Pencil, Graphite

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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.

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.

On 1stDibs, visit a vast collection of famous portrait paintings or works by emerging artists. Search by medium to find the right portrait paintings for your home in oil paint, synthetic resin paint and more. Find portrait paintings in a variety of styles, too, including contemporary, Impressionist and Pop art, or search by artist to find unique works created by painters such as Mark Beard, Steve Kaufman and Montse Valdés.

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