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Impressionist Paintings

IMPRESSIONIST STYLE

Emerging in 19th-century France, Impressionist art embraced loose brushwork and plein-air painting to respond to the movement of daily life. Although the pioneers of the Impressionist movement — Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Paul Cézanne, Berthe Morisot, Camille Pissarro, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir — are now household names, their work was a radical break with an art scene led and shaped by academic traditions for around two centuries. These academies had oversight of a curriculum that emphasized formal drawing, painting and sculpting techniques and historical themes.

The French Impressionists were influenced by a group of artists known as the Barbizon School, who painted what they witnessed in nature. The rejection of pieces by these artists and the later Impressionists from the salons culminated in a watershed 1874 exhibition in Paris that was staged outside of the juried systems. After a work of Monet’s was derided by a critic as an unfinished “impression,” the term was taken as a celebration of their shared interest in capturing fleeting moments as subject matter, whether the shifting weather on rural landscapes or the frenzy of an urban crowd. Rather than the exacting realism of the academic tradition, Impressionist paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings represented how an artist saw a world in motion.

Many Impressionist painters were inspired by the perspectives in imported Japanese prints alongside these shifts in European painting — Édouard Manet drew on ukiyo-e woodblock prints and depicted Japanese design in his Portrait of Émile Zola, for example. American artists such as Mary Cassatt and William Merritt Chase, who studied abroad, were impacted by the work of the French artists, and by the late 19th century American Impressionism had its own distinct aesthetics with painters responding to the rapid modernization of cities through quickly created works that were vivid with color and light.

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Style: Impressionist
French Barbizon School Signed Impressionist River Landscape Framed Oil Painting
French Barbizon School Signed Impressionist River Landscape Framed Oil Painting

French Barbizon School Signed Impressionist River Landscape Framed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique European oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 11 by 9 inches overall, and 9 by 7 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang and enjoy.

Category

Early 1900s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

British Impressionist Watercolor of Riverside Cottages and Boats on the Bankside
British Impressionist Watercolor of Riverside Cottages and Boats on the Bankside

British Impressionist Watercolor of Riverside Cottages and Boats on the Bankside

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of Riverside Cottages and Boats on the Bankside By Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions...

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Early 2000s Impressionist Paintings

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Watercolor

Antique Portrait of a Woman, Portrait of a Woman Sitting, Female Portrait
Antique Portrait of a Woman, Portrait of a Woman Sitting, Female Portrait

Antique Portrait of a Woman, Portrait of a Woman Sitting, Female Portrait

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Antique portrait painting of a woman signed in the bottom right. A thoughtful portrait of a young woman in a shawl sat on a chair and deep in thought. It's an atmopsheric piece wit...

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Early 19th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Koi Fish 1
Koi Fish 1

Koi Fish 1

Located in Zofingen, AG

In crafting this vibrant canvas, I've swirled together the whimsy of pop art, the depth of expressionism, and the delicate touch of impressionism. My brush danced with acrylics and o...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

May, Landscape Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
May, Landscape Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang

May, Landscape Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang

Located in Granada Hills, CA

Artist: Boris Serdyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2020 Title: May Size: 19.5" x 27.5" x 0.8'' inch...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Slow Roll - Vivid Pastel Wave Painting
Slow Roll - Vivid Pastel Wave Painting

Slow Roll - Vivid Pastel Wave Painting

By Dina Gardner

Located in Boston, MA

Slow Roll 8.0 × 8.0 × 1.0, 2.0 lbs Pastel on archival paper Hand signed by the artist Artist's Commentary: "Over the years I’ve become a keen observer of wave patterns. On this d...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Pastel

"St. Patrick's Cathedral" Impressionist Snow Street Scene Oil on Canvas Board
"St. Patrick's Cathedral" Impressionist Snow Street Scene Oil on Canvas Board

"St. Patrick's Cathedral" Impressionist Snow Street Scene Oil on Canvas Board

By Johann Berthelsen, 1883-1972

Located in New York, NY

A stunning and pertinent example of Berthelsen's charming New York City winter scenes depicting St. Patrick's Cathedral in the snow. St. Patrick’s Cathedral is the largest Roman Cath...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Summer Reading, Oil Painting
Summer Reading, Oil Painting

Summer Reading, Oil Painting

By Sherri Aldawood

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
In a beautiful, sunlit garden, a young woman immerses herself in the world of literature. Surrounded by flowers, she enjoys the company of words. Bathed in a hazy glow, the scene exudes a timeless and romantic aura.


About the Artist
Sherri Aldawood didn't intend to always paint flowers, but over time her love of gardens started to permeate her art. She focuses on the light and color of the flowers on the canvas. Sherri prefers alla prima, working with wet layers of paint instead of letting them dry. She keeps the paint as wet as possible by using walnut and clove oil...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage French Oil Painting Pink Sunset Over Horse and Farmers In Field
Vintage French Oil Painting Pink Sunset Over Horse and Farmers In Field

Vintage French Oil Painting Pink Sunset Over Horse and Farmers In Field

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Leon Hatot (French 1883-1953) Title: Impressionist oil painting Medium: signed oil painting on thick paper, stuck on board unframed. Size: painting: 12 x 20 inche...

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Óleo sobre tela - Amanecer en el campo
Óleo sobre tela - Amanecer en el campo

Óleo sobre tela - Amanecer en el campo

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

Firmado por el artista en la parte inferior Estado de conservación bueno La obra se presenta sin enmarcar Medidas obra: 73 cm altura x 92 cm ancho. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::...

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1960s Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Garden Path Reflections”
Garden Path Reflections”

Garden Path Reflections”

Located in Southampton, NY

Original oil on artist canvas board by an unknown artist. Circa 2010. Condition is excellent. American School. Impressionist style. Signed with initials lower right. The painting...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Impressionistic sky Landscape Oil Painting Michael Budden Sky Cloud Study
Impressionistic sky Landscape Oil Painting Michael Budden Sky Cloud Study

Impressionistic sky Landscape Oil Painting Michael Budden Sky Cloud Study

By Michael Budden

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Morning Sky oil/panel 9 x 12 unframed, 15.5 x 18.5 framed Morning Sky is a new oil on panel painting just completed in the studio. The painting exudes the rich qualities of oil pain...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Trees, Print on Canvas, Ready to Hang
Trees, Print on Canvas, Ready to Hang

Trees, Print on Canvas, Ready to Hang

By Vahe Yeremyan

Located in Granada Hills, CA

Artist: Vahe Yeremyan Work: Print on Canvas Subject: Trees Size: 15.5" x 27" x 0.8''inch, 39x68x2cm Unframed, Stretched on the wooden bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang All works a...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

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Color, Canvas

Blue Koi (Pond, Lush, Orange, White, Red, Movement, Fish)
Blue Koi (Pond, Lush, Orange, White, Red, Movement, Fish)

Blue Koi (Pond, Lush, Orange, White, Red, Movement, Fish)

By Jill Opelka

Located in Kansas City, MO

Jill Opelka Blue Koi Oil on Canvas Year: 2023 Size: 18 x 24 inches Framed: 24 x 30 x 1.5 inches Signed COA provided Tags: Koi, Pond, Lush, Orange, White, Red, Movement, Fish *Framed in a gold wooden frame - ready to hang ----------------- Upon entering Jill Opelka's home, her creative essence is unmistakable. Adorned with New Yorker Magazine covers, her dining room exudes a vibrant charm, complemented by quirky giant tortoises in the living room. The space is a reflection of Opelka's lively personality, evident in her central studio nestled within the bright breakfast nook. Embraced by natural light and captivating outdoor vistas, it's where her artistry thrives, even evident in intricate details like a practical denim quilt on her sofa, crafted from old jeans – a testament to her work and creativity. Descending to her lower-level gallery, her larger original pieces, each with personal anecdotes, take center stage. From a nostalgic converse painting symbolizing childhood choices to a rescued roadside goat immortalized on canvas, her stories are as captivating as her art. Jill Opelka's creations, drawing inspiration from her life's moments, offer a personal touch that adds warmth to any home. From customized shoe and teacup paintings perfect for gifts to commissioned portraits...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Oil

Trees and Low Mountains - Vibrant Impressionistic California Landscape in Oil
Trees and Low Mountains - Vibrant Impressionistic California Landscape in Oil

Trees and Low Mountains - Vibrant Impressionistic California Landscape in Oil

By Louise Grossett Cunningham

Located in Soquel, CA

Trees and Low Mountains - Vibrant Impressionistic California Landscape in Oil Colorful landscape painting of a path in the coastal mountains by Santa Cruz, California painter Louise...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Beautiful Sea Sunset
Beautiful Sea Sunset

Beautiful Sea Sunset

Located in Zofingen, AG

The sea is especially beautiful when the sunny warm evening light illuminates the waves, which begin to shine. The sunny evening seascape is unique, because the artist used his uniqu...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Stream, Original Painting
Stream, Original Painting

Stream, Original Painting

By Janet Dyer

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A stream winds between green fields, with a small patch of white in its blue water reflecting the clouds above. Trees in the distance add vertical contrast, whi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Rockport Landscape
Rockport Landscape

Rockport Landscape

By Giovanni Martino

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Beautiful 1931 painting by American artist, Giovanni Martino (1908-1997). Oil on canvas measures 25 x 30 inches. Measures 35 x 39 inches framed. The scene depicts what is definitively the Rockport, Mass. fishing pier. Excellent condition with a few very minor areas of paint flaking. The darker areas in the sky is a result of unpainted areas. The canvas is sized with glue but not primed white: observable areas of natural linen color results. Signed wet into wet and dated lower left. No restoration or overpaint. Giovanni Martino, National Academy of Design* member, was born on May 1, 1908 in Philadelphia PA where all seven brothers and one sister, Filomina, Frank, Antonio, Albert, Ernest, Giovanni, Edmond, and William became painters. They were under the tutelage of their eldest brother, Frank, who in the late 1920s, founded the first commercial art* studio, Martino Studios, at 27 South 18th Street. Besides studying with his two eldest brothers, Giovanni also studied with Albert Jean Adolph at La France Institute, The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts*, The Graphic Sketch Club, and Spring Garden Institute in Philadelphia. In his mid teens he accompanied his two eldest brothers to New Hope searching for subjects to paint. In the 1930s, he also started to paint in Manayunk, a hilly mill town along the Schuylkill River...

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1930s Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Impressionistic Summer Landscape with Road Painted 1889
Impressionistic Summer Landscape with Road Painted 1889

Impressionistic Summer Landscape with Road Painted 1889

Located in Stockholm, SE

Carl Johansson's "Summer Landscape with Road" is an exquisite landscape that encapsulates the serene beauty of the Swedish countryside. Painted in 1889, the same year Johansson showcased his work at the Exposition Universelle in Paris, one can't help but wonder if this very painting was among those displayed at the fair. "Summer Landscape with Road" offers a glimpse into the idyllic Swedish countryside through its masterful depiction. The scene is bathed in the distinctive light of the sun positioned at 30 degrees north-northwest, a unique aspect of Johansson's artworks. The viewer's eye is drawn along a winding dirt road that meanders through a tranquil pastoral landscape. Birch trees, with their white bark and tender green leaves, stand tall and sway gently, marking the passage toward a distant homestead nestled beside a calm lake. The rustic wooden fences and the clear sky, dotted with soft, billowing clouds, evoke a sense of peaceful solitude. Johansson's meticulous attention to detail and colour is evident in every brushstroke, from the lush greenery to the soft, earthy path leading to the horizon. The artist's signature use of light not only highlights the natural beauty of the North but also enhances the sense of depth and realism in the painting. Johansson's early works, such as this one, are exceedingly rare, making "Summer Landscape with Road" not only a visual delight but also a collector's gem. The painting's magnificent gold frame enhances the bright, vivid colours of the small-format artwork, creating an impactful presence. Carl Johansson's blue impressionistic depictions of Northern Sweden earned him the nickname "Ultramarine Johansson", and his paintings are celebrated in prestigious collections, including the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Kalmar Art Museum, and the municipality of Hudiksvall. oil on canvas signed and dated Carl Johansson . 89 . unframed 27 x 39 cm framed 41,5 x 53 cm Provenance: The previous owner bought it in 1988 at Åmells Stockholm...

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1880s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mid 20th Century French Impressionist Landscape Lovely Green Colors
Mid 20th Century French Impressionist Landscape Lovely Green Colors

Mid 20th Century French Impressionist Landscape Lovely Green Colors

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

French School, mid 20th century landscape oil painting on wood panel, unframed double sided measures: 10.5 x 14.5 inches condition report: provenance: France 10.5 x 14.5 inches

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Mid Century French / Italian impressionist oil painting OLIVE GROVES TUSCANY
Mid Century French / Italian impressionist oil painting OLIVE GROVES TUSCANY

Mid Century French / Italian impressionist oil painting OLIVE GROVES TUSCANY

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: Augusta Marcon (1892-1980) Italian / French TITLE: "Rolling Olive Groves" (probably Tuscany) SIGNED: lower right MEDIUM: oil on board SIZE: 58cm x 45cm inclusive of frame C...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Vibrant Provence Landscape with Poppy Fields & Rustic Farmhouse Signed Oil
Vibrant Provence Landscape with Poppy Fields & Rustic Farmhouse Signed Oil

Vibrant Provence Landscape with Poppy Fields & Rustic Farmhouse Signed Oil

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Poppy Field in Provence French Impressionist, late 20th century signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 33 x 29 inches canvas: 26 x 32 inches Provenance: Private collection, France Cond...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Mid Century French Landscape -- Paysage de L'Yonne
Mid Century French Landscape -- Paysage de L'Yonne

Mid Century French Landscape -- Paysage de L'Yonne

Located in Soquel, CA

Wonderful moody French landscape of country house and farm in Yonne by Ronald Greg (British/Canadian, b. 1929), 1969. Signed and dated lower right and on verso. Presented in vintage ...

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1960s Impressionist Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Antique American Impressionist Red Barn In Winter Framed Landscape Oil Painting
Antique American Impressionist Red Barn In Winter Framed Landscape Oil Painting

Antique American Impressionist Red Barn In Winter Framed Landscape Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American impressionist barn landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Measuring: 23 by 25 inches overall, and 20 by 22 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to ha...

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1890s Impressionist Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Mid Century Laguna Beach, California Seascape -- "Wind and Wave"
Mid Century Laguna Beach, California Seascape -- "Wind and Wave"

Mid Century Laguna Beach, California Seascape -- "Wind and Wave"

By Mildred Ruth Finch Brown

Located in Soquel, CA

Dynamic mid century seascape capturing the moment a wave crashes upon the rocks at Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, California by listed artist Mildred Ruth Finch Brown (American, 1891-1969), c.1955. Signed lower right: "Margaret Finch Brown." Titled in pencil on verso: "Wind and Wave" and stamped on the stretcher bar: "Original Oil Painting by Mildred Finch Brown, Laguna Beach, Calif." Presented in a rustic, carved wood frame with linen liner. Image, 20"H x 30"W. Mildred Ruth Finch Brown was born on October 24, 1891. She wed Leroy Brown in 1925. She began painting as a hobby in 1948. She was largely self- taught but studied with Bennett Bradbury...

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1950s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Radiance in the Quiet, Oil Painting
Radiance in the Quiet, Oil Painting

Radiance in the Quiet, Oil Painting

By Lisa Elley

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Ivory flowers rise softly from a moody backdrop, while a burst of vibrant orange commands attention. This piece balances boldness and grace, proving that even i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Golden Sunset
Golden Sunset

Golden Sunset

Located in Zofingen, AG

Looking at this picture we see how beautiful the sunset is, even in winter. Although there is snow and cold all around, this is what makes the color palette special. The sunset is co...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Near Tubac, Arizona
Near Tubac, Arizona

Near Tubac, Arizona

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork titled "Near Tubac, Arizona" c.1960 is an oil painting on canvas by noted southwestern artist Sid Cedargreen, 1904-2011. It is signed at the lower left corner by the artist. The canvas size is 22 x 30 inches, framed size is 28.5 x 36.5 inches. Framed in original wooden beige and gold frame. It is in excellent condition. About the artist: Sid Cedargreen was a mid-century painter whose art beautifully depicted the desert Southwest. In 1958, Mr. Cedargreen was part of an art collective that transformed Tubac into an art colony. While in Tubac, he founded the Tubac Center for the Arts and the Santa Cruz Art Association. During this time, he was the winner of the distinguished Master Mead award for depicting the Southwest. His paintings are beautiful landscapes featuring areas in Arizona and all around the American Southwest. He continued to live in Arizona and paint its beauty for several years. In 2011, Sid Cedargreen passed away at the age of 89. After he passed away, Mr. Cedargreen's family found a plethora of paintings that Cedargeen had been storing in his house. In his career as an artist, Mr. Cedargreen had many one-man shows, in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Tucson, Nogales, and Tubac, and in Santa Barbara, and Palm Desert, California; in Colorado Springs, Colorado; Ogunquit, Maine and in Taos, Deming, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. He has exhibited in the Camelback Galleries and Adrian Shaw Galleries in Scottsdale; the Hilltop Art Gallery in Nogales; the Fountains Gallery in Tucson; the Plaza Gallery and the Taos Inn in Taos; the Shop of the Rainbow Man in Santa Fe; the Old Town Book Shop in Wickenburg; the Santa Barbara Biltmore...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings

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Oil

Summer Colors Landscape Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Summer Colors Landscape Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang

Summer Colors Landscape Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang

Located in Granada Hills, CA

Artist: Garry Nalbandyan Title: Summer Colors Medium: Oil on Canvas Year: 2026 Style: Impressionism Dimensions: 12" x 21.5" x 0.8" inch (30 x 54 x 2cm) Presentation: Unframed, Galler...

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2010s Impressionist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Impressionist 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 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, green, orange and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Vahe Yeremyan, Richard Szkutnik, Iryna Kastsova, and Michael Budden. 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 Impressionist paintings, so small editions measuring 0.1 inches across are also available.