Gaukler Familie mit Instrumenten (Family of Jesters with Instruments)
Located in Mc Lean, VA
German Modernist
1960s Expressionist Paintings
Canvas, Oil
While “expressionist” is used to describe any art that avoids naturalism and instead employs a bold use of flattened forms and intense brushwork, Expressionist art formally describes early-20th-century work from Europe that drew on Symbolism and confronted issues such as urbanization and capitalism. Expressionist artists experimented in paintings and prints with skewed perspectives, abstraction and unconventional, bright colors to portray how isolating and anxious the world felt rather than how it appeared.
Between 1905 and 1920, Austrian and German artists, in particular, were inspired by Postimpressionists such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh in their efforts to strive for a new authenticity in their work. In its geometric patterns and decorative details, Expressionist art was also marked by eclectic sources like German and Russian folk art as well as tribal art from Africa and Oceania, which the movement’s practitioners witnessed at museums and world’s fairs.
Groups of artists came together to share and promote the themes now associated with Expressionism, such as Die Brücke (The Bridge) in Dresden, which included Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff and investigated alienation and the dissolution of society in vivid color. In Munich, Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a group led by Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc, instilled Expressionism with a search for spiritual truths. In his iconic painting The Scream, prolific Norwegian painter Edvard Munch conveyed emotional turmoil through his depiction of environmental elements, such as the threatening sky.
Expressionism shifted around the outbreak of World War I, with artists using more elements of the grotesque in reaction to the escalation of unrest and violence. Printmaking was especially popular, as it allowed artists to widely disseminate works that grappled with social and political issues amid this time of upheaval. Although the art movement ended with the rise of Nazi Germany, where Expressionist creators were labeled “degenerate,” the radical ideas of these artists would influence Neo-Expressionism that emerged in the late 1970s with painters like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Francesco Clemente.
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Gaukler Familie mit Instrumenten (Family of Jesters with Instruments)
Located in Mc Lean, VA
German Modernist
Canvas, Oil
"Three Muses" - Vertical expressionist female nude in yellow ochre and black.
By E.C. Bell
Located in Miami, FL
Romantic and expressionist nude artwork on canvas.
Canvas, Acrylic
$671Sale Price|30% Off
Young Girl with Baby Oil Painting 1970s Spanish Impressionist Portrait Emotional
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Young Girl with Baby Oil Painting 1970s Spanish Impressionist Portrait Emotional Figurative Artwork Medium: Oil on board Period: 1970–1979 Date: circa 1975 Condition: Good condition consistent with age Dimensions: Height: 46 cm (18.12 in) Width: 38 cm (14.97 in) Frame: Unframed Origin: Spain A tender and emotionally engaging oil painting depicting a young girl holding a baby, executed in Spain circa 1975. Rather than a traditional maternal scene, the composition captures a more unusual and compelling dynamic: a child caring for another child. This subtle shift introduces a layer of emotional complexity, where innocence and responsibility coexist. The girl’s expressive gaze becomes the central anchor of the composition, conveying a quiet intensity that draws the viewer in. The artist employs loose yet confident brushwork, with an earthy palette enriched by soft pink tones that enhance the warmth of the scene. This type of subject—intimate, psychological, and slightly unconventional—offers collectors something beyond decorative appeal: a narrative moment suspended in time. Its small scale further increases its charm and versatility, making it ideal for refined interiors or curated gallery walls. A distinctive example of late 20th-century Spanish figurative impressionism, with strong emotional resonance. Amadeo Freixas Vivo (1912–2004) was a Spanish painter known for his figurative and impressionist works. Throughout his career, he developed a personal style focused on intimate scenes and expressive portraiture, often exploring themes of everyday life and human emotion. girl with baby painting, figurative oil painting, spanish painting 1970s, impressionist portrait, child portrait painting...
Board, Oil
Contemporary expressionist dog's portrait animal painting canvas "Charming Blue"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
“Charming Blue” is a playful yet soulful portrait from French artist Natalya Mougenot’s ongoing series dedicated to dogs, celebrating the profound bond we share with these true frien...
Acrylic, Canvas
Delicate wildflowers"diptych, landscape by Volskaya Liliya.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Delicate wildflowers"diptych, landscape by Volskaya. Each of my paintings is not just canvas and paints. It is the energy that lives, breathes and interacts with a person. Before I ...
Canvas, Oil
"Taos Sketch" - Expressionist Landscape and Female Figures, Oil Painting
By John Franklin
Located in Denver, CO
John Franklin was born on Christmas day, 1925 in North Platte, Nebraska. This piece depicts three women from Taos, New Mexico standing in content poses, holding jars and wearing int...
Oil, Board
"Lemonade Afternoon" Modern Expressionist Figurative
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Lemonade Afternoon" is from Sandra Jones Campbell's recent Summer collection, a series that displays her unique vision of the world and is informed by her current social observatio...
Acrylic
Force de Vie Oil Painting on Canvas, Expressionist, 21st Century
Located in Miami, FL
Her work with signs, symbols and esoteric spirituality reflects her passion for the ancient past and represents a symbolic return to the ground from which we emerged. Her work creates a commentary about “beginnings” and the transmission of signs and emotions through visual elements evoking a spiritual essence to our scientific notion of etymology. After studying under Rolf Dürig...
Oil, Canvas
Emglish Peak District, Original painting, landscape, contemporary
Located in Deddington, GB
English Peak District is an Original Oil painting by Eleanor Woolley. The rugged landscape and climbing contours are the inspiration for this Oil Painting. I love the hills that go u...
Canvas, Oil
Missing Land 03, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
"Country estates played an important role in the spatial development. From the beginning of the Golden Age until well into the nineteenth century there were numerous of these through...
Acrylic
Golden Time. Large abstract Landscape Oil Painting on Italian canvas.
Located in Zofingen, AG
Experience the serene beauty of autumn with "Golden Time," a large abstract landscape oil painting. The artist masterfully blends soft impressionistic techniques with realistic detai...
Canvas, Oil
$11,250
"Silverlake"- Vertical expressionist semi-nude with landscape in blue and black.
By E.C. Bell
Located in Miami, FL
Romantic and expressionist nude artwork on canvas.
Canvas, Acrylic
Peace and Tranquility 2
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube. This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. Abou...
Canvas, Oil
Regarding the Sky, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
This painting captures a tranquil scene where a body of water reflects the sky. The muted, distant horizon suggests an endless expanse, inviting contemplation...
Oil
Black is Beautiful
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The central theme of "Black is Beautiful" revolves around the notion that true beauty transcends physical appearances and that baldness, especially in the context of African heritage...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Between Absence and Memory -21st Century, Contemporary, Portrait, Africa, People
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Between Absence and Memory explores the fragile space where presence lingers even after it is gone. Through the dialogue of figures and silhouettes, the work reveals how absence is n...
Canvas, Coffee, Mixed Media
$1,430Sale Price|20% Off
1930's French Expressionist Horse Racing Scene Jockeys at Full Pace Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Horse Racing Scene by Alain Chazalviel (first half 20th Century) signed lower right oil on canvas, framed framed: 19.5 x 27 inches canvas: 18 x 28 inches Provenance: private collecti...
Oil
"Red Carp Reflection" (2025) – Original Oil on Canvas by Elena Lukina
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Red Carp Reflection" (2025) is a definitive and high-energy masterpiece from Elena Lukina’s internationally recognized series, "Vitality in Motion: The Koi Symphony" (2020–2025). Th...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Tequila Gist 2 -21st Century, Contemporary, Expressionist, Modern, Mental Health
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gallery) About ...
Paper, Charcoal, Acrylic
Im Tobelweg, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Nature is always my inspiration as well as colors. I love nature here in Southern Germany (Bavaria) where my husband and I moved to a few years ago. Mountains, lakes, creeks, undergr...
Acrylic
$16,777
"The Threshold of Awakening: The Winter Edge" (2025) – Monumental Original Oil
Located in Zofingen, AG
"The Threshold of Awakening" is a monumental horizontal masterpiece and the definitive pinnacle of Elena Lukina’s prestigious Heritage Collection (2020–2025). This 80x120 cm (31.5 x ...
Oil, Canvas
"Pond with Fish: Turquoise Silence" (2024) – Original Oil on Italian Canvas
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Turquoise Silence" (2024) is a definitive masterpiece within Elena Lukina’s internationally acclaimed series, "Vitality in Motion: The Koi Symphony" (2020–2024). This 25x30 cm origi...
Canvas, Oil
Urban Sketch
Located in Zofingen, AG
This captivating artwork presents an abstract urban landscape, teeming with vibrant energy and movement. Rendered in a palette of muted blues, reds, and pinks, the swirling colors su...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$1,663Sale Price|20% Off
French Expressionist Provence Luberon Poppy Field Oil Painting Ambrogiani Style
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title French Expressionist Provence Luberon Poppy Field Oil Painting Ambrogiani Style Key Details Artist: French School, mid 20th century Subject: Provençal landscape, believed to de...
Oil
$2,600
Love and Bond 4 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Whites, Black
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
A better society is not built solely by wealth or power, but by shared values. By the courage to love without condition, the strength to treat all as equals, and the wisdom to honor ...
Canvas, Oil
House with Greenhouse, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A small house sits surrounded by snow, framed by tall trees stretching across the sky. The structure's pale walls and grey roof catch the winter light. Rather t...
Acrylic
Grey Colonial, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
The morning sun bathes a northeastern colonial house in golden light. Medium grey siding balances with rich gold highlights, while the house contrasts with the ...
Acrylic
Snowy Rooflines, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Tall trees stand in the foreground, their trunks and branches cutting across the view of a suburban house behind them. Artist Robert Hofherr reinterprets this u...
Acrylic
Les Deux Soeurs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Born in 1951, François Legrand was introduced to painting as a teenager by Philippe Lejeune in Etampes. In 1973, he moved to Loiret. From 1974 to 197...
Oil
Melting Snow, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Tall trees frame a snowy yard, their bare branches cutting across a pale sky. A farmhouse sits to the right, while another rests farther back on the left. Cool ...
Acrylic
Bories-en-Provence Village Near Gordes, Large Oil on Canvas
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on canvas by Paul Clement (1906-), France, 1967. Bories-en-Provence near Gordes. Measurements : with frame: 106x87 cm - 41.7x34.25 inches, without frame: 100x81 cm - 39.4x31.9 in...
Canvas, Oil
Night Mist, Painting, Oil on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Original mixed media painting of a seascape at night. This dynamic artwork is inspired by the movement and energy of the ocean and expresses the vitality and transformative power of ...
Oil
Hydrangeas and Rose Hips
Located in Coltishall, GB
Hydrangeas and Rose Hips is a vibrant explosion of colour and form, skillfully blending organic and abstract elements, petals and leaves intertwine in a lively dance. Dalzells precis...
Canvas, Wood, Acrylic
Expressionist Tree Landscape
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Vibrant Tree, 1955. Signed "I. Pitsch" and dated upper right. Oil on canvas measuring 18 x 20 inches. Unframed.
Canvas, Oil
African Radiant: Celebration of Beauty and Joy
By Bakare Abubakri-sideeq Babatunde
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The title of the painting, "African Radiant," captures the essence of the woman's beauty and spirit. She exudes a sense of joy and inner radiance that is infectious, and her confident gaze and proud stance suggest a deep sense of pride in her heritage and culture. Overall, "African Radiant: Celebration of Beauty and Joy" is a powerful celebration of the beauty and resilience of black African women. It invites viewers to revel in the richness and diversity of African culture and appreciate the strength and joy inherent in the African spirit. 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...
Fabric, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Contemporary abstract expressionist vivid acrylic portrait on paper "True self"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This contemporary expressionist, figurative abstract portrait was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot as part of her ongoing series devoted to the human face—not just as a like...
Paper, Acrylic
"Late Night at the Studio", Contemporary, Factory Interior, Blue, Oil Painting
Located in Franklin, MA
“Late Night at The Studio” by Catherine Picard-Gibbs is an Expressionist interior factory scene in a palette of teal-blue and yellow. This evocative 18 x 24 inch oil on panel painting focuses on light pouring out from the haunting depths of an empty hallway. This textural artwork is framed in a silver crackle floater frame with a black interior, making the framed size 19 x 25 x 1.5 inches. Catherine Picard-Gibbs paints with bold brush strokes, using vibrant colors to show emotion and movement in landscapes and urban scenes. Her inspiration comes from the nuance and drama of her everyday world. Her evocative works have been featured throughout Massachusetts, in New York, and in the Midwest. Picard-Gibbs is represented by Fountain Street Gallery...
Oil, Board
$4,500
Hydro-Genesis: Azure Gaze (2022) – Masterful Figurative Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Hydro-Genesis: The Azure Gaze" is a pivotal work in the eponymous series, representing a decade-long study of water as primal matter. In this 70x50 cm masterpiece, the female figure...
Canvas, Oil
"Artist Painting Still Life" Expressionistic Style Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
A strong modernist oil painting depicted in the Mid Centruy by Russian painter Michael Baxte. Mostly known for his abstracted figures on canvas or street scenes, this piece is a wonderful representation of his interior scenes with expressive use of color, shape, and form. Later in his career, Baxte explores Expressionism, infusing both European and North American stylistic trends. This painting measures 32 x 25.5 inches Michael Posner Baxte was born in 1890 in the small town of Staroselje Belarus, Russia. For the first half of the 19th century, it was a center of the Chabad movement of Hasidic Jews, but this group was gone by the middle of the 19th century. By the time the Baxte family immigrated to the United States at the beginning of the 20th century, the Jewish population numbered only on the hundreds. The native language of the Baxte family was Yiddish. It is likely that the death of Michael Baxte’s father triggered the family’s immigration. Three older brothers arrived in New York between 1903 and 1905. Michael and his mother, Rebecca, arrived in 1907. By 1910 Michael, his mother, and brother, Joseph, were living in New Orleans and may have spent some time on a Louisiana plantation...
Oil, Canvas
Dreams of Yesterday, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A woman rests gently against a swirling current that resembles both wind and water, as if she is swinging between past and present. Soft touches of yellow and o...
Acrylic
Crucifixion, 20th Century Figural Expressionist Artist
Located in Beachwood, OH
Robert Carroll (American, 1934-2016) Crucifixion Oil on paper Signed lower right 19.5 x 13.5 inches 25.25 x 19.5 inches, framed Robert Carroll was an American artist born in 1934. ...
Oil
In the wildflowers Original impasto Miniature oil painting for living room
Located in Zofingen, AG
"In the Wildflowers" is an oil painting where the artist's passion meets serene natural beauty. This piece blends impressionism with realism, capturing a tender moment with soft colo...
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Bouquet of Roses Original impasto oil painting Large abstract Still-life
Located in Zofingen, AG
This original oil painting features a stylish still life of luxurious roses in a modern design. The vintage bouquet is rendered in soothing colors, creating a serene and nature-inspi...
Canvas, Oil
Purity
By Bakare Abubakri-sideeq Babatunde
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Purity" is a mesmerizing artwork that encapsulates the strength, grace, and inherent beauty of a black African woman. Through her direct gaze, the white dove, and the vibrant colors, the painting invites contemplation about the purity of the human spirit, the harmonious connection between humanity and nature, and the celebration of diversity and individuality. 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...
Canvas, Oil
Hydro-Genesis: Midsummer Ritual – Large Figurative Fine Art Oil Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
A pivotal 80x80 cm canvas from the 2016 archives, The Primal Ritual stands as a foundational masterpiece within the decade-long Hydro-Genesis study. This work captures a sacred, ritu...
Oil, Canvas
$9,750
"Wild and Beautiful II" - Colorful Impasto Abstract Floral Inspired Oil Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
Sveta Hessler (Russian, born 1973) "Wild and Beautiful II" 2025 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Sveta Hessler explodes the traditional ...
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Mind Emancipation 1 -21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Portrait, Modern Men
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The concept of colour, race, and inequality is the concept of the mind caused by the general norms of a society, nation, or world at large . The general norms of the world that place...
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$4,194
Expressionist Portrait of a Woman by a School of Paris artist, Cubist Inspired
Located in NANTES, FR
The emotional intensity of this portrait of a woman by Menachem Gueffen recalls the Expressionist movement. Contrasts are strong, and the outlines are bold. The hands of the woman ar...
Oil
$1,250
Afro Crown 2 - 21st Century, Expressionist, Figurative Portrait, Human Hair
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authent...
Canvas, Acrylic
The Trip -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil, Women, Vehicle
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"The Trip" conveys not only the physical journey of the woman on the scooter but also a metaphorical journey of self-discovery and adventure. The painting evokes a sense of wanderlus...
Canvas, Oil
Oil Landscape of Hawaiian Forest Interior
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
This painting was bought from the artist's estate in Woodberry, CT and is signed verso. Eugene Savage studied at the Chicago Art Institute, the American Academy in Rome, and received his Masters of Art at Yale University. He taught at Yale for almost 30 years in Art and Architecture. Eugene Savage had many latin influences such as Diego Rivera and José Clemente Orozco. In the 1940s he spent his time painting Hawaiian murals of people and of more abstract Hawaiian...
Canvas, Oil
Reading, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Reading Acrylic, canvas 18"×24" :: Painting :: Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Yes :: Signed: ...
Acrylic
Georges Rouault Portrait de Marie Thérèse Bonney
Located in Dallas, TX
Georges Rouault (French, 1871-1958) - Étude pour le Portrait de Marie Thérèse Bonney. A large specimen painting for Rouault beautifully framed in a shadow fashion making a grandiose ...
Paint
$106,000
Railroad Men's Wives - American Scene Painting - Social Realism
Located in Miami, FL
American Scene Painting - Social Realism. The present work is a Depression Era account of working-class men and women. Philip Howard Francis Dixon Evergood (born Howard Blashki; 190...
Oil
$5,000
Up Up and Away With Fido -21st Century, Expressionist Modern, Child, Balloon
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gal...
Canvas, Acrylic
$715Sale Price|20% Off
Rouen Street Scene Thickly Painted 20th Century French Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French Expressionist School, indistinctly signed Title: Rouen street scene Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, unframed. Siz...
Oil, Canvas
"Honey and tar" abstract interior painting by Volskya Lily.
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Honey and tar" abstract interior painting by Volskya Lilya. The size of the painting is 30x20cm, canvas on cardboard. The painting was made with the help of a structural paste of va...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Marina Cyclists, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Artist James Hartman captures the meeting point of the Berkeley Marina and San Francisco Bay in this expressive California landscape. A favorite Bay Area spot t...
Oil
Victim (Meet James)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gal...
Canvas, Acrylic, Oil
Chromatic Nomad, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
A solitary rider stands against a vibrant, textile-inspired backdrop of bold geometric forms and saturated color. Rendered with raw, gestural lines, the figure ...
Oil