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Realist Portrait Paintings

REALIST STYLE

Realist art attempts to portray its subject matter without artifice. Similar to naturalism, authentic realist paintings and prints see an integration of true-to-life colors, meticulous detail and linear perspectives for accurate portrayals of the world. 

Work that involves illusionistic techniques of realism dates back to the classical world, such as the deceptive trompe l’oeil used since ancient Greece. Art like this became especially popular in the 17th century when Dutch artists like Evert Collier painted objects that appeared real enough to touch. Realism as an artistic movement, however, usually refers to 19th-century French realist artists such as Honoré Daumier exploring social and political issues in biting lithographic prints, while the likes of Gustave Courbet and Jean-François Millet painting people — particularly the working class — with all their imperfections, navigating everyday urban life. This was a response to the dominant academic art tradition that favored grand paintings of myth and history. 

By the turn of the 20th century, European artists, such as the Pre-Raphaelites, were experimenting with nearly photographic realism in their work, as seen in the attention to every botanical attribute of the flowers surrounding the drowned Ophelia painted by English artist John Everett Millais.

Although abstraction was the guiding style of 20th-century art, the realism trend in American modern art endured in Edward Hopper, Andrew Wyeth and other artists’ depictions of the complexities of the human experience. In the late 1960s, Photorealism emerged with artists like Chuck Close and Richard Estes giving their paintings the precision of a frame of film.

Contemporary artists such as Jordan Casteel, LaToya Ruby Frazier and Aliza Nisenbaum are now using the unvarnished realist approach for honest representations of people and their worlds. Alongside traditional mediums, technology such as virtual reality, artificial intelligence and immersive installations are helping artists create new sensations of realism in art.

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Style: Realist
"Cactus Wren" (2022) By J. Adam McGalliard, Original Pastel Illustration
Located in Denver, CO
"Cactus Wren" (2022) by J. Adam McGalliard is an original, handmade pastel illustration on paper that depicts a small bird standing on a bloomed cactus. J. Adam McGalliard is a Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Pastel

"Fire Starter" – Nude Figure Oil Painting Artistry
Located in Denver, CO
Dave Seeley's "Fire Starter" is an exquisite example of nude figure oil painting artistry, masterfully rendered on canvas mounted on board. Cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

"Rustic Genre Scene"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Antique Oil Painting – Rustic Genre Scene Artist: Unidentified Period: 19th Century (Attributed) Medium: Oil on Panel Dimensions: Framed: 44 x 38 cm Artwork: 27 x 20 cm Style: Acade...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Antique English Realist Genre Scene Framed High Society Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
George Dunlop Leslie (1835 - 1921) Antique English realist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed. Measuring 17 by 20 overall and 12 by 15 paining alone. Artist Bio: George Dunlop Leslie RA (London 2 July 1835 – 21 February 1921 Lindfield, Sussex) was a British genre painter, author and illustrator. He was born into an artistic family; his father was the notable genre painter Charles Robert Leslie RA, and his uncle Robert Leslie was a marine artist. He studied art first at Cary's Art Academy, then from 1854 at the Royal Academy. His first exhibition at the Academy was in 1859, and he showed his work every year thereafter. He became an Associate (ARA) in 1868 and a full Royal Academician (RA) in 1876.George Dunlop Leslie lived early on in St John's Wood (London), and was part of the St John's Wood Clique, a group of artists who favoured light-hearted genre subjects. From 1884–1901 he was resident at "Riverside", St. Leonard's Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire. His sister Mary Leslie (1833–1907), also an artist, lived at "Cromwell Lodge" next door. Fellow artist, James Hayllar, was also a resident of the village and they painted a portrait of Queen Victoria together for her Golden Jubilee in 1887. From 1906 he lived at "Compton House" in Lindfield, SussexHis early works, such as Matilda (1860) showed the strong influence of the Pre-Raphaelites, but he settled into a more academic, aesthetic, style of painting with the aim of showing "pictures from the sunny side of English domestic life". He often used children as subjects and his work was praised by John Ruskin for its portrayal of the "sweet quality of English girlhood". One of his pictures, This is the Way we Wash our Clothes, was used as a poster in an advertising campaign for soap. Despite its apparently trivial subject matter, however, Leslie's work was highly regarded by critics of the time.In 1889 during his time at Riverside house in Wallingford Leslie is credited with painting four angel murals in St Leonards Church.Leslie was also an author and had several books published. Our river (1888), Letters to Marco (1893) and Riverside letters (1896) were all illustrated by him in black and white, and based on personal observations of life and nature in his local area. He also wrote a history of the early years of the Royal Academy - The inner life of the Royal Academy.Leslie was married to Lydia. They had a daughter Alice (depicted in his painting Alice in Wonderland) and a son Peter Leslie...
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1880s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Artist in his Studio - French 19th century art figurative interior oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely French 19th century figurative Impressionist oil painting is by Adolphe Monticelli. Painted circa 1870 the painting depicts a group of seven figures amusing themselves in...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Genre Scene of Children"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Johann Ferdinand J. Hintze (1849–1877) – Genre Scene of Children Artist: Johann Ferdinand J. Hintze Period: 19th Century (Dated 1874) Medium: Oil on Panel Dimensions: Framed: 42 x 33...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

My Way 1
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Sometimes you need to trust what you have seen and move in that direction and move away from distractions. Focus takes a man to where he should be so I move in my way and forget all the negative words... They don't add to me so I neglect them and move on 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 Olaniyi Timothy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

My Way 1
My Way 1
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Baroque Portrait of a gentleman 18th century Italian master by Domenico Parodi
By Domenico Parodi (Genoa, 1672 - 1742)
Located in Stockholm, SE
We are grateful to Prof. Daniele Sanguineti for suggesting the attribution to Domenico Parodi (1672 - 1742). He dates the painting into the period between 1730 and 1740. Domenico Par...
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1730s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

After the Rain...
Located in Zofingen, AG
The quiet after a recent rain sets the stage, revealing a tranquil landscape. A vintage convertible and a solitary figure by an ice machine evoke a nostalgic, timeless scene. This ar...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

The Pink Bonnet - Scottish art oil pastel portrait painting of artist's wife
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Scottish 1930's soft focus and sensual pastel oil painting is by noted artist John Bulloch Souter. It was painted in 1931 and the sitter is the artist's beautiful wife...
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1930s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil Pastel

Small Oil of Mother and Child, Jack Russell Terriers, on Lush Green Grass
Located in Charleston, US
"A Pair of Jack Russells" a charming dog painting of two Jack Russell Terriers, a mother and her puppy who is resting his head on mom, posing on lush green grass is by renowned sporting artist Henry Koehler. The artist is known for his distinctive small paintings which catch one's eye and greet viewers with a friendly, 'Hello' (as described by a British royal who considers Koehler's works to be his friends). The Jack Russell Terrier dog painting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Imerethie II, signed oil painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Imerethie II, 1924 by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over board framed Framed size: 13.5 x 22.5 inches Superb oil painting by the well l...
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1990s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"A Black and White Girl in a Technicolor World" (2023) by Linda Delahaye
Located in Denver, CO
"A Black and White Girl in a Technicolor World" by Linda Delahaye (France based) is an original oil on panel depicting a somber moment of a woman adorned in 1930s attire, collecting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Original Portrait of Noir Crime Writer Cornell Woolrich
Located in Soquel, CA
Vintage Portrait of 1940's Noir Writer Cornell Woolrich Pencil portrait of famous 1930's 40's noir/crime writer Cornell George Hopley-Woolrich, circa 1980. Cornell George Hopley-Woolrich is one of America’s best crime and noir writers who sometimes wrote under the pseudonyms William Irish...
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1980s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Pencil

"The moon is romantic" oil painting on wood, 100x50 cm
Located in Saint Pol de Léon, Bretagne
In the series "Women of Today", 3, paintings of the same format, this one expresses calm and serenity. White light , lunar... A moment of reflection in the night.
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Pink" (2023) by Suzy Smith, Original Oil Painting, Portrait
Located in Denver, CO
Suzy Smith's "Pink" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a portrait of a feminine figure, in a formal dark pink gown with a pink background. About the Artist: Suzy Sm...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil, Panel

The Gorch Fock II Tall Ship of the German Navy
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Gorch Fock II by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over board framed Framed size: 14 x 22.5 inches Superb oil painting by the well listed French marine artist Louis Letouche (1924-2015). The painting portrays the German navy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of A Man Wearing A Top Hat , attributed to Tom Roberts 1888
By Tom Roberts
Located in Gavere, BE
Portrait of A Man Wearing A Top Hat , attributed to Tom Roberts 1888 Thomas William Roberts ( 1856 – 1931) was an English-born Australian artist and a key member of the Heidelberg S...
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1880s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Grandpa by Hannes Fritz-München - Oil on canvas 77x91 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on canvas sold with frame Total size with frame 89x102 cm Hannes FRITZ-MÜNCHEN is an artist born in 1886 and died in 1981
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1920s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Serene
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
This artwork portrays a serene lady who remains composed amidst the chaos and stress of the world. It emphasizes the significance of mental health by urging us to prioritize our well-being rather than being consumed by life's challenges. The ability to remain centered and composed greatly impacts our overall mental state. 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 Olaniyi Timothy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Serene
Serene
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The Serenade - Italian 19th century art figurative oil painting musicians
Located in London, GB
This lovely Victorian 19th century figurative oil painting is by Italian artist Frederick Andreotti. Painted circa 1880 it is a lovely playful depiction of a pretty seated young woma...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of a Man Smoking a Pipe in Oil on Masonite
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of a Man Smoking a Pipe in Oil on Masonite Detailed portrait of a man with a pipe by Heinz Robert Schubert (German, 1912-2001 approx.). A man wearing a short-brimmed hat is...
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1940s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Masonite, Oil

Hide n seek Home Scene w Grandma Russian early 20th Century Oil Genre Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
Signed on the bottom right is "J. Braze", Osip Emmanuilovich Braz (1873 - 1936), renowned as a Russian-Jewish realist painter. As the scene unfolds on the canvas, we witness the gran...
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Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady in Pince Nez - British 1919 art portrait oil painting
By Alfred Kingsley Lawrence
Located in London, GB
This superb British portrait oil painting is by noted artist Alfred Kinglsey Lawrence. Painted in 1919 it is a seated portrait of a young woman with a lush burgundy velvet curtain be...
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1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Justin Head Study
Located in New York, NY
Oil on canvas Signed in red, u.r. 9 x 8 inches, canvas size 9.5 x 8.5 inches in distressed black painted wood frame This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Coup de nerf" oil painting on canvas, 195x130 cm
Located in Saint Pol de Léon, Bretagne
One of my rare paintings on canvas. Its format made on wood would have been too heavy, hence this choice. This young woman gets angry on this too small for her violin (child’s study ...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

The Traveler Oil A Journey Florence Academy Oil Sunny or a Chaotic Storm
Located in Houston, TX
Samuel S.Hoskins Statement on The Traveler : I hold a deep appreciation for the motif of the traveler. I prefer to perceive my life as a narrative in which I play the role of a traveler. Much like in life itself, this journey involves navigating through various elements and facing the challenges that life presents. At times, the journey may be characterized by sunny and pleasant moments, while at other times, it might resemble a chaotic storm. Nevertheless, there is a profound beauty woven in it all. The Traveler by Samuel Hoskins...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Linen, Canvas

Beach (Triptych) Thailand
Located in Burlingame, CA
Bing Zhang’s The Beach (Triptych), a large-scale oil on canvas painting presented by Andra Norris Gallery in California, is a striking testament to the artist’s command of realist fi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Young Girl with Hairband - Scottish 1914 art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely portrait oil painting is by Scottish exhibited artist Allan Newton Sutherland. It was painted in 1914 and is a seated portrait of a young Scottish girl with auburn hair a...
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1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Krishna with Golden Flute, Acrylic on Canvas, Blue by Indian Master "In Stock"
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Wasim Kapoor - Krishna with Golden Flute Acrylic on Canvas 53 x 95 inches (unframed size) 2014 ( This work will be shipped in roll form for ease of shipment) About this work : In h...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

Nothing Gold Can Stay 11, Oil painting, portrait of woman in red dress
Located in Dallas, TX
Al Saralis – "Nothing Gold Can Stay II" Oil on Canvas 47.2 x 39.4 inches (120 x 100 cm) A poised woman in a flowing red dress sits quietly against a softly glowing, golden-toned ba...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Three colorful portrait paintings
Located in New York, NY
Three 9x12 oil portraits from 1949 Artist Unknown. These portraits came together as a set.
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Mid-20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic

"Self Portrait in Turban" realist oil painting, classical figure w white cloth
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Self Portrait in Turban" is a poetic realist oil on linen painting. It depicts the artist, Angel Ramiro Sanchez wearing a turban, or a white cloth wrapped around his head, knotted i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Indirect - Contemporary abstract realism, female form on a peach background
Located in Dallas, TX
Known for her bold visionary take on figurative realism, Erin Cone has twice been recognized in the national art press as one of the top young emerging artists in the country. After ...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"Study for 'Regroup'" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Raymond Bonilla's (US based) "Study for 'Regroup'" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a city scene where many strangers are gathered , waiting on public transit...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

At Night
Located in Zofingen, AG
Over a year and seven months have passed since I walked the streets at night. But I remember the feeling vividly when walking through the botanical garden at night, tall trees obscur...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"Holding on to a Dream", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Holding on to a Dream" by Matt Talbert, dated 2023, is an oil painting on linen that captures a close-up of a woman in profile. The canvas dimensions are 30 x 40 inches, and with th...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Antique Italian Realist Oil Painting Portrait of Two Children in a Landscape
Located in Buffalo, NY
A rare antique Italian portrait of two children posed inside a villa against a landscape. This unsigned but beautiful work comes house in contemporary frame added to the work to e...
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1890s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Transition #9, " Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Elena Burykina's "Transition #9" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a woman running her fingers through and gathering her dark hair to reveal her back as she is turne...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Fishermen Sailors at Sea - Scottish Victorian art marine portrait oil painting
By Patrick William Orr
Located in London, GB
This charming Scottish Victorian oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Patrick William Orr. Painted circa 1880, this marine portrait is of two fishermen sailors at sea, sorting th...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Untitled, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Shana Levenson's "Untitled" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a close up portrait of a female model. This is a secondary market work ...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Portrait of Shepherd Boy with Dog late 19th Century Framed Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
This young shepherd clearly didn't want to pose for the artist, but something caught his attention, and in this expression and look, the artist masterfully depicted the whole range o...
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Late 19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Oil

Portrait of Lady at Spinning Wheel - French 1901 interior portrait oil painting
By William Albert Ablett
Located in London, GB
This lovely Edwardian oil painting is by French artist William Albert Ablett. Dated 1901, the brush work and use of light are superb. Ablett has perfectly captured the movement and f...
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Early 1900s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

LANGEROCK Portrait Young Egyptian girl Belgian realist painter 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Henri LANGEROCK Ghent, 1830 – Marseille, 1915 Oil on canvas 45 x 33 cm (69 x 57 cm with the frame) Signed top right "H. Langerock" Beautiful 19th century gilded wood frame Henri Langerock was a Belgian painter born in Ghent but who worked in France and died in Marseille. He also traveled a lot, in France and abroad. Langerock first became known for his landscapes of France (Vosges, Picardy, Ardèche...). Then he traveled to Egypt and Brazil between 1878 and 1885, as well as to black Africa. He exhibited his painting of a traveling painter at the Paris Salon until 1901. Our painting is a beautiful portrait of a young girl with a lace headdress and a sequin necklace...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Coherence" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Austin Howlett's "Coherence" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a close up view of an female model overlaid with the patterning of branc...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Invocation
Located in Denver, CO
"Invocation," is an original oil painting by Christopher Remmers. It is framed and ready-to-hang.
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Wife portrait.Oil on cardboard, 110, 5x72, 5 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Wife portrait. Oil on cardboard, 110,5x72,5 cm Alfejs Bromults (1913.3.IV - 1991.11.I) His first professional education was at National University at studies to R.Suta, J. Bine and...
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1970s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Cardboard

Gypsy Portrait 19th Century Antique Realistic portrait Oil Painting on Canvas
By Angelo Asti
Located in Jacksonville, FL
The painting is signed on the bottom left side. Angelo Asti, a renowned Italian artist, established himself as a true maestro of portraiture during the late 19th and early 20th centu...
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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Lady in Red, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Suzy Smith's "Lady in Red" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a feminine figure, in a formal red gown holding a cigarette. About the Artis...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel, Linen

Oil landscape with Horse in old master realist style by Hans Guerin, framed
Located in Charleston, US
The horse portrait, "Trot", is an oil landscape with a beautiful white horse painted by Hans Guerin, a descendent of the founder of the respected Schuler ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Cecily Byrne as Mary Stewart - British art 30's actress portrait oil painting
By George Carr Drinkwater
Located in London, GB
Painted by George Carr Drinkwater, this vibrant oil on canvas depicts the actress of stage and screen Cecily Byrne as Mary Stuart. Painted circa 1930 it is a stunning evocative portrait of an actress who was famous throughout the 1930’s. A fine portrait of a long forgotten film star. Cecily Byrne (1889-1975) was an actress, known for Loyalties, Henry IV and Brown Sugar...
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1930s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Sacred Writings Religious and Mythological Narratives Florence Academy Oil
Located in Houston, TX
Samuel S.Hoskins Statement on Sacred Writing : I sought to delve into the concept of sacred texts, encompassing both religious and mythological narratives. Unlike conventional books, these sacred texts are dynamic, evolving throughout an individual's lifetime and human history. Reading such a text in childhood carries distinct significance compared to revisiting it in later stages of life. To symbolize our transformative journey, I depicted a path leading into the forest, illustrating how our life experiences influence our connection with these profound literary works. Sacred Writing 26x34 28x36 with Frame As a graduate of The Florence Academy of Art and a devoted oil painter, Samuel Hoskins...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Linen

[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Kenneth Carpenter, Gold Medalist
Located in New York, NY
Oil on canvas Signed, u.l. This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. Price includes framing. “Bruce Sargeant is a mythic figure in the modern art movement. He ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Sun Worship" (2012) By Linda Tracey Brandon, Original Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Tracey Brandon's (US based) "Sun Worship" is an oil painting that depicts a fair lady sitting on a park bench surrounded by foliage; her arm thrown o...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Magique Noir, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tina Garrett's (US based) "Magique Noir" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a model with a painted face. This is a secondary market work with one previous owner.
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Anne Wolff, "Irad Ortiz", Horse Racing Jockey Rose Silks Portrait Oil on Canvas
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This equine racing painting "Irad Ortiz" by artist Anne Wolff is a 24x18 original oil painting on canvas. Featured is the back view of famous jockey Irad Ortiz on horseback. He is ...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

'She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not', Girl in a Gingham Dress, 1940's, Folk Art
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
A sensitively painted portrait of the artist's daughter, Nancy, aged two and a half, shown wearing a floral-striped, jade green gingham dress. Signed lower right, 'Martha Tracy Frey' (American, 1915-2010) and painted 1944; additionally inscribed verso 'Picture of Nancy Jane Frey from life-sized photograph when about 2 1/2. Painted by her mother in 1944.' This Kern County...
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1940s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Board, Oil

Portrait of a Young Woman with Shawl - British early 19thC portrait oil painting
By Thomas Lawrence (circle)
Located in London, GB
This lovely British early 19th century female portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Sir Thomas Lawrence. Painted circa 1800 it is a half length portrait of a beautiful...
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Early 19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Natalie
Located in Oslo, NO
The portrait depicts a beautiful girl in the prime of her youth, when her whole life is ahead and full of hope. Despite the fact that it depicts a specific person, this portrait can ...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Ballerinas Pas de Deux - British 1950's Ballet dancers art oil painting Dance
Located in London, GB
This lovely British ballet oil painting is by noted artist Elizabeth Bridge. Painted in 1951, the composition is a male and female ballet dancer on...
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1950s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Realist portrait paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Realist portrait paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add portrait paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, purple, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Matt Talbert, Chikako Okada, Mark Beard, and Bruce Adams. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Realist portrait paintings, so small editions measuring 0.5 inches across are also available. Prices for portrait paintings made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $180 and tops out at $885,000, while the average work sells for $3,600.

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