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Realist 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
Portrait of a Monkey with Wine Jug, Zacharias Noterman (Bel. Fr. 1824-1890)
By Zacharias Noterman
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Portrait of a Monkey with Wine Jug Zacharias Noterman (Belgium & France 1824-1890) Initialed "Z N" l.r. Oil on board 8 x 6 inches PROVENANCE: Galerie Tamenaga, Paris (label verso); Louvre des Antiquaires, Paris; Berman Swarttz, Los Angeles, California, Marcella Swarttz, Beverly Hills, California     8 x 6 inches Zacharias Notermann (1820 in Ghent – 1890 in Paris) was a Belgian painter and printmaker who specialized in scenes with monkeys engaging in human activities (the so-called singeries), as well as in paintings of dogs. He also produced images and scenes of traveling circuses. Zacharias Noterman was born in Ghent in the family as the son of an artist-decorator. He was originally trained by his older brother Emmanuel Noterman, genre and animal painter active in Antwerp. Noterman continued his art education at the Academy of fine arts Antwerp. Zacharie Noterman...
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Mid-19th Century Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Realist 19 Century painting of a french woman lighting a cigarette
Located in New York, NY
Woman lighting a cigarette by Victor Gabriel Gilbert. Excellent condition and original frame. Signed low left.
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19th Century Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING 18th CENTURY Scottish School FINE DETAIL GOLD GILT FRAME
Located in Ferndown, GB
DESCRIPTION OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING 18th CENTURY Scottish School FINE DETAIL GOLD GILT FRAME NEW COLLECTION Of RARE PIECES OF Scottish HISTORY Description ( Late 18th centur...
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18th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

The Clyde from Darleith Moor above Cardross - Scottish art Victorian landscape
Located in London, GB
This stunning exhibited Victorian panoramic Scottish landscape is by noted Scottish artist Sir David Murray. It was painted and exhibited in 1881 at the Royal Scottish Academy No. 51...
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19th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

"Fresh Light" an oil on aluminum with a vivid landscape
Located in Edgartown, MA
Art and design in varied forms have always been a driving interest in my life. Living in Madison, Connecticut, I began my career as a muralist and trompe l’oeil painter doing signif...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Gerardina Van Osch by Dutch artist Johan Hendrik Neuman (Dutch)
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful realist mid 19th century portrait of Gerardina Van Osch (Dutch, 1819-1898) by Jan Hendrik Neuman (Johan Heinrich Neuman) (German, 1819-1898). S...
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Mid-19th Century Realist Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Dog Waiting Patiently - British Victorian art loyal dog portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely Victorian oil painting is by British artist E Stott. The painting, painted circa 1880 is a portrait of a large dog. The artist is clearly a very talented dog artist and k...
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19th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

"Elegant Still Life of Two Stacked Cups with Golden Rims"
Located in Wellesley, MA
Olga Antonova "Elegant Still Life of Two Stacked Cups with Golden Rims" Oil on Canvas 10 x 20 Inches Olga Antonova’s subject is compositions of extraor...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Original Oil Painting of Beach Scene at Fairhead Ireland by Modern Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Original Oil Painting of Beach Scene with Figures at Fairhead Ireland by Modern Irish Artist Artist William Henry Burns (1924-1995) Art meas...
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20th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil, Board, Canvas

Still Life With Oranges In The Basket
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Still Life with Oranges in the basket at night, framed. RAFAEL SALDARRIAGA was born in Medellin, Colombia in 1955. Arrived in the United States in 1993. After living in New Mexico a...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

'Girl with Grapes' by Willem Carel Nakken (1835 – 1926) Dutch Painter
By Willem Carel Nakken
Located in Knokke, BE
Nakken Willem Carel The Hague 1835 – 1926 Rijswijk Dutch Painter 'Girl with Grapes' Signature: signed lower right 'W. K. Nakken' Medium: oil on panel Dimensions: frame size 25,5 x...
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Late 19th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil, Panel

OIL PAINTING Antique 19thCentury By E.Horton British old master Gold Gilt Frame
Located in Ferndown, GB
FINE ORIGINAL ARTIST E . Horton 19th CENTURY BRITISH OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING Fine Medium Size Original Antique 19th Century British OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING Romantic Scene GOLD G...
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Mid-19th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

Two Studio Models
Located in New York, NY
Gouache on paper Signed and dated, l.r. This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City Born in California, John Button (1929-1982) was educated at University of Cali...
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1970s Realist Paintings

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Gouache, Paper

Dipinto figurativo italiano ritratto di nudo maschile del XIX secolo
Located in Florence, IT
Sebbene atteggiato in una delle pose convenzionali adottate in Accademia per l’esercitazione della copia dal nudo, il modello anziano qui ritratto è indagato con tale sensibilità ana...
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1860s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"The General" oil painting, realist portrait of senior army officer w sideburns
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"The General" is a realist oil on linen painting. A portrait of a senior war offical, The General wears a dark grey military jacket and a white undershirt can be seen poking out at h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Sara MacCulloch "South Harbour" - Coastal scene oil painting on canvas
Located in New York, NY
Sara MacCulloch South Harbour , 2021 oil on canvas 16 x 16 in. (macc083) This original oil painting on canvas by Sara MacCulloch depicts a serene and beautiful coastal beach scene i...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Marine Mist, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Marine Mist" by Leigh Ann Van Fossan (United States) is a handmade landscape painting that is unframed, but ready to hang.
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Oil

The dancer portrait
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I sought to capture the serene poise of a ballerina, a silent moment of reflection amidst the dynamism of her world. I used a palette that contrasts the warmth ...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Halmstad Harbour Seen From the North, 1889
Located in Stockholm, SE
The painting "Halmstad Harbour Seen From the North" by Oscar Ohlson is a captivating snapshot of daily life and historical architecture, frozen in time from the year 1889. With a meticulous eye for detail, Ohlson has rendered approximately 25 boats in the harbor, each brimming with the quiet bustle of daily chores. The painting invites viewers to step into a moment where people converse, work, and seek respite from the sun under shared umbrellas, while wisps of smoke subtly rise from several boats, suggesting the presence of life and activity beyond the canvas. In this vibrant scene, a man carries a sack, perhaps fresh merchandise from one of the docked vessels, while others engage in conversation, highlighting the social tapestry of the harbor. Ohlson's masterful use of light reflects on the water, creating a shimmering path that leads the eye to the majestic Halmstad Castle, which adorns the right side of the painting. This historic building, beautifully situated by the Nissan river and not far from the sea, is a testament to Halmstad's past as a Danish territory. Constructed in the early 17th century during the reign of King Christian IV, the castle stands as a reminder of the town's rich history and cultural heritage. The first building to the right, once part of this historic tableau, has been removed to accommodate modern necessities, replaced by a road that now runs through its former site. This juxtaposition of past and present is a poignant commentary on the evolution of cities and the sacrifices made in the name of progress. Halmstad itself, a town that straddles the Nissan river, retains much of its early 20th-century character in its city core. Low brick and half-timbered houses, some dating back to the 17th century, dot the landscape. The town center on the west side of Nissan is bordered by remnants of early 17th-century fortifications, including the 1600s castle, Norre Port from 1601, and King Charles XI's path along the old fortress wall. At the heart of the town is Stora Torg with Carl Milles' Europa and the Bull fountain from 1926, and the town hall built in 1938. The city layout, influenced by Renaissance planning, converges at Stora Torg, which is also home to the town's sole medieval building, the brick hall church of St. Nikolai from the 14th century. Oscar Ohlson (1847-1912), a native of Linneryd, Småland, was a multifaceted individual. Beginning his career with a legal degree from Uppsala University in 1870, Ohlson's passion for the arts led him to pursue music studies before dedicating himself to art under the guidance of Alfred Wahlberg...
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1880s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Home is Where I'm Needed
Located in Zofingen, AG
This painting is an intimate confession of attachment — the kind that binds more tightly than any border or dream of escape. It's about the quiet resignation of knowing you can't jus...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Acrylic

"Musicians"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Unidentified Artist, Neapolitan School, 17th Century "Musicians" Oil on canvas Framed: 107 x 140 cm Flat: 92 x 124 cm No signature This evocative 17th-century painting, attribute...
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17th Century Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mexican Market Scene
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Beautiful Mid-century painting depicts what is probably a Mexican of Latin American market scene. Oil on canvas glued down to panel measuring 9.75 x 15.25 inches; 11 x 16.5 inches fr...
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1970s Realist Paintings

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Oil

"Colorado Sunset" by Michael Magrin, Oil Painting, CO Landscape
Located in Denver, CO
Michael Magrin's ( US based) "Colorado Sunset" is an original, handmade oil painting of a moody sunset. This piece is framed in a natural float frame an...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Linen, Oil, Wood Panel

Is There Anyone Here?..
Located in Zofingen, AG
A cozy café with three visitors: two in dark attire, one figure in a checkered coat. The interior is understated with retro details, and soft blue light filters through the windows. ...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Acrylic

Two Pears (2nd) Oil painting on Panel 12" x 12" Realism Small Painting Series
Located in Houston, TX
Two Pears Realism oil painting on panel 12" x 12" David Harrison, is a master in the style of Realism painting. Two Pears shows the simple beauty of Realism paintings. by a Realis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of Jeannie Netter, wearing a Burgundy dress
Located in West Sussex, GB
Fedor Encke (1851-1926) – German Full length Portrait of Jeannie Netter, standing in an interior, wearing a Burgundy Velvet Dress holding a Pink Rose Oil on canvas :85 ¾ x 50 ¼ in. Frame :103 x 67 ¼ in. Signed & inscribed ‘New York’. Circa 1910 Jeannie Netter was an American born musician and song-writer but was mostly merited for her sculpture having been taught by the Russian artist Bernstamm. Fedor Encke was born in Berlin, Germany in 1851. Younger brother of Erdmann Encke who was a sculptor, Encke was the illegitimate grandson of King Frederick Wilhelm II of Prussia and Mistress Wilhelmine Encke, Countess of Lichtenau. Fedor studied under Karl Gussow in Berlin and then went on to study in Rome and Paris. Although he set up a studio in Berlin during the 1880’s, he seems to have travelled regularly between Paris and New York painting many American Society sitters, including President Theodore Roosevelt. Encke’s portrait of Roosevelt dressed in Rough Rider uniform, originally hung in the dining room of the White House and is now at the Presidents place of birth, Segamore Hill, New York. This portrait was also published as the frontispiece of ‘The Rough Riders’ by C. Scribners&Sons, 1899. Encke was in Paris in 1902 and painted the two banking giants, John H. Harjes and J.P. Morgan both having their portraits painted at the same time. To try and finish Morgan’s painting Encke hired a young photographer named Edward Steichen to take Morgan’s picture as a kind of aid memoir to minimize the sitting time. This photograph and the painting that resulted from it caused a considerable stir because of the uncompromising pose of Morgan. The portrait became synonymous with the new capitalism. Encke seems to have been very well connected socially and painted for many members of the European nobility as a result. Encke died in 1926. Works in Museums: Segamore Hill, New York (Portrait of Theodore Roosevelt) National Portrait Gallery America; Smithsonian; Brooklyn Museum of Art; Philadelphia Museum of Art. Bibl: Book on Moses Ezekiel...
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1890s Realist Paintings

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Oil

Anton Ebert Portrait of a Woman Oil on Canvas
Located in Astoria, NY
Anton Ebert (Austrian, 1845-1896), Portrait of a Woman, Oil on Oval Canvas laid on Board, 19th century, signed "A. Ebert / Wien" to mid right, original ova...
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Late 19th Century Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Bluebonnets, Oak, and Yucca
Located in Houston, TX
Willian A. Slaughter (1923-2003) William A. Slaughter was born in San Antonio, Texas in 1923 and died in Dallas, Texas December 2003. His first call was to the ministry and after ser...
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1970s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

“5 Peaches” Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Peaches, Fruit
Located in Utrecht, NL
During his successful career as a goldsmith the desire to paint grew on Dutch artist René Smoorenburg (1954). The attention to detail, which was of great importance in his work as a ...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Pocket Pinky Red Pomegranate, Baroque Still Life, fruit
Located in Deddington, GB
Pocket Pinky Red Pomegranate is an original oil painting by Dani Humberstone as part of her Pocket Painting series featuring small scale realistic oil paintings, with a nod to baroqu...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Wave (Framed Contemporary Seascape Painting)
Located in New Orleans, LA
It would be hard to think of a contemporary American painter better at painting the ocean than Deborah Newman. Looking at this, you almost feel like bac...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Oil

The Great Pyramids of Giza
By Andrew McCallum
Located in New York, NY
Andrew Mac Callum (British, 1821-1902) Title: The Great Pyramids of Giza Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 36 in x 52 in Markings: Signed lower right and dated 1878 Andrew MacCallum was ...
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Late 19th Century Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Birds of a Spotted Feather – Dynamic Painting of Guinea Fowl
Located in London, GB
Barbara Rae Norridge’s Birds of a Spotted Feather reflects the artist's deep understanding of ornithology, blending abstraction with realism to evoke both motion and harmony. Norridg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Oil, Board

Shiney Red Pomegranate, Original Painting, Still Life, Fruit Art
Located in Deddington, GB
Shiney Red Pomegranate is an original oil painting by Dani Humberstone as part of her series featuring life size realistic oil paintings, with a nod to baroque still life painting. T...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Chicago River Wrigley Clock Tower Cityscape Urban Painting by Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Along the Chicago River, Wrigley Clock Tower oil/panel 8 x 10 unframed, 14.5 x 16.5 framed Along the Chicago River, Wrigley Clock Tower is an oil painting on canvas panel by award...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Acrylic

"Colombo"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Ludwig Hans Fischer (1848–1915) – "Colombo" (1889) An exceptional original watercolor by Austrian artist Ludwig Hans Fischer (1848–1915), titled "Colombo" (1889). This vibrant and m...
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19th Century Realist Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Tuscany
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Tuscany" c.1970is an acrylic painting on hardboard by artist Edward (Ed) Diffenderfer b.1928 It is signed at the lower right corner by the artist. The artwork size is 22.15 x 28.15 inches, framed size is 26.5 x 32.5 inches. Custom framed in a gold frame. It is in excellent condition. About the artist: Ed Diffenderfer was born in 1928 in Stockton, California. Education: Berkeley Schools, California College Of Arts And Crafts. Experience: Instructor Of Illustration, Freelance Illustrator And Painter. Memberships, Collections, Awards: Society Of Illustrators (San Francisco) Bohemian Club; New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago Art Shows, The Pentagon, Library Of Congress, Smithsonian Institution and Air Force Academy...
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Late 20th Century Realist Paintings

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Acrylic

LARGE OIL PAINTING by ANTHONY BRANDRETT (NAVY ADMIRALTY 20th CENTURY PIECE
Located in Ferndown, GB
LARGE FINE 20th Century Piece Maritime Battle Scene British oil painting in a Gold Gilt Frame FINE RARE MARTINE PAINTING ORIGINAL 20th Century OLD MASTER STYLE OIL PAINTING GOLD GILT FRAME By Similar $10,000 Premier Collection NEW COLLECTION Of RARE PIECES OF OLD HISTORY Good condition for age , (see pictures) Description Born in 1940 Anthony Brandrett...
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Mid-20th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Five Gymnasts in Training
Located in New York, NY
Oil on canvas Signed in red, u.r. $16,000.00 + framing This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City. “Bruce Sargeant is a mythic figure in the modern art movement...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Golden Hour, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
The sea exudes an atmosphere of comfort and peace at sunset. The water mirrors the glorious colors of the sky, creating a captivating display of light. The re...

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Oil

Truth-Soul. Portrait, figurative girl, butterfly, vertical, watercolor on canvas
Located in Oslo, NO
This poetic work of art was painted on canvas with watercolors and impregnated with a special composition - “liquid watercolor paper”. "I wrote a poem (in Russian) that encodes the ...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Watercolor

State of Mind 14 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Women
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Man Fishing with Children Playing at a River Side in the English Countryside
Located in Preston, GB
Man Fishing with Children Playing at a River Side in the English Countryside by 20th Century British Artist Art measures 28 x 20 inches Frame measures 33 x 25 inches Reframed in the highest quality black wooden moulding John Haskins...
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20th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil, Board

Still Life with Quinces And Candlestick. Classical Oil Painting Irina Trushkova
Located in Zofingen, AG
The beautiful gold color of fruits and their texture inspired me to create this work. The painting style is inspired by the masters of the 17th century of Holland. The color scheme i...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Listed French Artist Georges de Marco 1906-1990 Oil canvas painting Still Life
Located in Palm Coast, FL
This striking still life painting exudes warmth and richness, set against a deep red background that enhances the vibrancy of the carefully arranged objects. A dark glass bottle, a d...
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20th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

Volkswagen 1500. Figurative realistic acrylic on paper painting Polish art, Car
Located in Warsaw, PL
Acrylic on paper contemporary figurative painting by Michal Wojtysiak. Artwork depicts Volkswagen 1500 car in realistic style. The color is vibrant and saturated. Michal Wojtysiak p...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Acrylic, Paper

Bunch of Roses, Oil on Paper
By Gustave Lino
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on Paper Mounted on Cardboard by Gustave Lino (1893-1961), France, 1950s. Bunch of Roses. Format: 12P. Signed: "Lino" (see photo). Dimensions: With frame: 73.5 x 58.6 cm (28.9 x...
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1950s Realist Paintings

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Paper, Oil, Cardboard

"Evening is coming soon"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
In “Soon to be Evening,” artist Alexander Khrapachev depicts with subtle sensitivity one of those moments when nature and human activity meet on a common horizon. At first glance, it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Impressionistic Realism Ocean City Beach Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Original Summers Point Bridge to Ocean City, NJ oil/canvas 20 x 28 image size 26 x 34 framed (frame shows some age with marks, etc. on sides but shows well front on) An oil painting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Oil

Summer - seascape winter seasonal coastal original artwork acrylic painting view
Located in London, Chelsea
Contemporary artist Lenny Cornforth paints a pleasing seascape scene conveyed during the season of summer. Presenting an aerial perspective of a beach setting, this piece captures th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

'Aquatic Plant' by De Prairie Bédier, 20th Century, French
Located in Knokke, BE
Bédier de Prairie 20th Century French Painter 'Aquatic Plant' Signature: signed lower left ‘Bédier de Prairie' Medium: oil on panel Dimensions: image size 11 x 41 cm, frame size 24...
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20th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Signed Italian Oil Painting Realist Flowers in Pewter Vase, Peonies
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Italian School, signed lower left, 20th century Title: Flowers in a Pewter Vase Medium: oil painting on board , framed Size: framed: 15.5 x 13.5 inches painting: ...
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20th Century Realist Paintings

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Oil

The sadness of Maria Magdalena
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I sought to capture a tender moment of introspection. The rich light bathes the figure in warmth, emphasizing the reflective mood. Textured shadows and the vibrant ...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Sara MacCulloch "Low tide" - Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
Sara MacCulloch Low tide, 2022 oil on canvas 20 x 20 in. (macc092) This original oil painting on canvas by Sara MacCulloch depicts a serene and beautiful coastal beach inlet in shad...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Daisies, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Jose Luis Bermudez captures a verdant tapestry of nature where dainty daisies dominate the scene. "This represents na...

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Oil

Solitary Path
Located in Zofingen, AG
This evocative painting portrays a solitary figure walking through a dark, enigmatic landscape under the soft glow of a full moon. Deep blacks and earthy browns dominate the scene,...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Acrylic

"Risveglio" interior, open window, springtime tree blossoming and butterfly
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil on copper painting. Risveglio, meaning "Awakening" in Italian, is a fitting title for this representation of spring blossoming outside the artist's window in her Tuscan farmho...
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Copper

Fisherman Returning to Port Pastel on paper
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Fisherman Returning to Port Artist: Domingo Álvarez Gómez Technique: Pastel on paper Dimensions: 13 x 16 in (unframed) Year: c. 2000 Condition: Good conservation Description: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

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Pastel

Rare Hand Colored "Cabane Des Hold" - 1st Ed "Description de l’Univers" C. 1683
Located in Soquel, CA
Rare Engraving "Cabane Des Hold, Terres Artiques, Fig CII," 1st edition "Description de l’Univers, page 281 This rare image depicts the Willem Barentsz expedition of 1597 to Novaya Zemlya, Russia. The engraving, with later hand-coloring, shows the cabin and ship of the Dutch arctic expedition of Barentsz on Novaya Zemlya (Nova Zembla), with the party being attacked (and in some cases apparently eaten) by bears and wolves. Dutch explorer, Willem Barentsz, reached the west coast of Novaya Zemlya in 1594, and in a subsequent expedition of 1596 rounded the northern point and wintered on the northeast coast. Barentsz died during the expedition, and may have been buried on the northern island. This artwork is a page from a book by 17th century cartographer and engineer, Allain Manesson Mallet (French, 1630-1706), "Description de L'Univers, contenant les differents systêmes du monde, les cartes générals et particulières de la géographie ancienne et modern." Paris: Denys Thierry, 1683. Presented in an cream colored mat. Text on verso shown in images. Mat Size: 11.5"H x 9.07"W Paper Size: 8.25"H x 5.44"W Image Size: 5.63"H x 3.75"W Alain Manesson Mallet (French, 1630-1706) was a 17th century cartographer and military engineer. He started his career as a musketeer in the army of Louis XIV, became a Sergeant-Major in the artillery and an Inspector of Fortifications. He later served under Alfonso VI, King of Portugal...
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1680s Realist Paintings

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Paper, Ink, Gouache

Serene Countryside Scene with Trees, a Tranquil Pond and a Charming Cottage
Located in Preston, GB
Serene Countryside Scene with Trees, a Tranquil Pond and a Charming Cottage by 20th Century German Artist, Krahn. Art measures 20 x 16 inches Frame measures 24 x 20 inches This pa...
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20th Century Realist Paintings

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Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Realist paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Realist 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, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Michael Budden, Su Yu, Olga Antonova, and Mark Hunter. 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 paintings, so small editions measuring 0.5 inches across are also available.

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