Late 19th Century Art

Mary Kirschbaum, Sweden Woman by a Lake at Sunset, c. 1890 signed oil on canvas unframed 23 × 33 cm (9.1 × 13 in) framed 33 × 43 cm (13 × 16.9 in) Provenance: Private collection, ...

Olof Arborelius (1842–1915) Sweden Fishing Boats in Moonlight, probably Stockholm Archipelago signed lower right O. Arborelius oil on canvas unframed 59 × 89 cm (23.2 × 35 in) fram...

The Two Sporting Spaniels By J. A. Wheeler (British, late 19th/ early 20th century) Signed middle lower left. Oil on board, framed. Framed: 16 x 17.5 inches (height x width) Board: ...

Watercolor and graphite on watercolor paper adhered along the left sheet edge to a sketchbook page, 11 1/4 x 9 1/8 inches (285 x 232 mm), the full sheet. Titled and dated in pencil i...

Each a watercolor and graphite on watercolor paper, each adhered to a sketchbook page matrix, sheet measures 14 1/4 x 10 1/4 inches (362 x 260 mm). The top painting is initialed in p...

A beautiful 19th century French impressionist oil on canvas depicting the entrance to a village with women washing clothes in a river. Excellent quality and very atmospheric landsca...

Watercolor and graphite on watercolor paper adhered to a sketchbook page, sheet measures 10 1/4 x 14 1/4 inches (260 x 362 mm). Initialed and dated in pencil in the lower right recto...

Watercolor and graphite on watercolor paper adhered to a sketchbook page, sheet measures 10 1/4 x 14 1/4 inches (260 x 362 mm). Initialed and dated in pencil in the lower left recto,...

A beautiful, serene tonalist landscape depicting a tranquil marshy scene at dawn, painted at the turn of the 19th Century on the Hudson. This piece features beautiful reflections of ...

Watercolor and graphite on watercolor paper adhered to a sketchbook page, sheet measures 14 3/8 x 10 1/4 inches (365 x 261 mm). Titled and dated in pencil in the lower right recto an...

JOHN ANTHONY WHEELER Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier John Anthony Wheeler, English, 1821–1903 Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier British Sporting Art Oil on artist’s board, cir...

Watercolor with graphite on watercolor paper adhered to a sketchbook page, 9 x 12 inches (228 x 305 mm), the full sheet. In very good condition with minor toning and a few scattered ...

This original 1872 oil-on-canvas landscape is a textbook example of French pastoral realism by the highly celebrated Barbizon-tradition animalier, Émile van Marcke de Lummen (1827–18...

The Sunlit Harvest Field by Peter Leslie (British, 1877–1953) Signed lower front corner Framed: 29 × 41 inches Canvas: 24 × 36 inches Medium: oil on canvas. Provenance: private colle...

Circle of Henriëtte Ronner-Knip (Dutch-Belgian, 1821–1909) Portrait of Companion Dogs and Cats Oil on canvas, circa 1890 Signed lower right Painted in the closing decades of the nin...

19th Century English School Portrait of a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, circa 1890 Oil on canvas, unsigned. Animal portraiture occupied a special place within Victorian art, refl...

About this work: Before he became the celebrated chronicler of Montmartre’s nightlife, Lautrec was surrounded by a different kind of spectacle. At his family’s estates, the young art...

Heinrich SPERLING German School Picture Size: 15 x 18" (38 x 46cm) Framed Size: 22 x 25" (56 x 64cm) Signed and framed Sperling was born March 23rd 1844 in Warnkenhagen, and died 2...

A beautiful large scale oil on canvas depicting a seascape with rolling waves, by British marine artist Henry Edwin Tozer. Excellent quality and atmospheric work depicting rough sea...

This moonlit harbor scene is painted with remarkable spontaneity and freedom. A dark sailing vessel rises against a glowing path of reflected moonlight, while the surrounding boats, ...

M. Jackson (English School, late 19th Century) Chickens in a Hen House Oil on board, circa 1890 Monogrammed lower left This charming late Victorian farmyard scene captures the quiet...

Antique portrait oil painting of a young woman carrying baskets in the fields by John Lewis Shonborn (1852-1931). Signed in the bottom right. This is a totally charming and atmosphe...

Medium: original etching. This impression on cream laid paper was printed by Lienard and published in Paris by L'Art in 1879. The plate size is 7 3/4 x 11 3/4 inches (200 x 300 mm). ...

Crossing Borderland by Thomas Henry Gibb ( British, 19th century ) inscribed verso dated 1894 signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 31 x 49.5 inches canvas: 28 x 46.5 inches Provenan...

An atmospheric twilight scene by Alessandro Altamura, depicting a tranquil river teeming with activity, likely set near the forest landscape of Fontainebleau in France. The compositi...

An important French painting from the second half of the 19th century. This oil-on-canvas painting, attributed to the celebrated French painter Henri Félix Emmanuel Philippoteaux (18...

William Albert Clark (1851–1925) “Broadwood” – Portrait of a Hunter in a Stable Circa 1890 Oil on canvas Signed lower right Original English oak frame A distinguished late Victoria...

Artwork signed by the artist. Sold with frame (101 x 140 cm) Jakob Wagner (1861–1915) was a Swiss painter known for his serene landscapes, tranquil waterscapes, and evocative scene...

An extraordinary and rare museum-scale 19th-century oil on canvas portrait by the celebrated Swedish Academic master, Count Johan Georg Otto von Rosen (1843–1923). Standing at an imp...

Jean-Baptiste Baujault (1828-1899). Portrait of a Bearded Man, ca. 1880's Cast bronze on bronze base. Measures 12.75 x 5.25 x 4.5 inches. Created by the Ferdinand Barbedienne foun...

California landscapist William Keith was born in Scotland in 1838. He immigrated to New York with his family in 1850 and began training as a wood engraver in 1856. Keith moved to San...

Watercolor with graphite on watercolor paper 4 3/4 x 10 5/8 inches (120 x 270 mm), the full sheet. Initialed and dated in pencil in the lower right recto. In very good condition with...

This striking oil landscape is dominated by a vast, cinematic sky, rendered with the rapid, "plein air" brushwork that defined the late 19th-century French school. Rather than a stat...

Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier by John Emms (1843-1912) signed lower right oil painting on board, framed painting: 7.25 x 6.25 inches framed: 8.5 x 7.25 inches condition: overall...

Emil Ferdinand Heinrich VOLKERS Oil painting on canvas signed and dated A fantastic painting for all sporting and equestrian collectors. Picture Size: 10 x 13" (26 x 33cm) Framed ...

Three botanical studies, watercolor on paper, mounted together in a single frame. Signed and dated Ester Brunstedt, 1898 on the reverse. This elegant group of three botanical waterco...

Signed lower right, 'C. J. Dickman' for Charles John Dickman (American, 1863-1943), titled lower right 'Etaples' and dated 1899. Born in Germany, Dickman came to the United States ...

Dimensions with frame: 28,3 x 37 x 4 cm Signed and titled "C. Carelli Napoli" in the lower right corner. A closely related companion painting by the same artist—depicting a similar view of the Bay of Naples under different atmospheric conditions and of identical dimensions—is also currently available, offering the opportunity to acquire a rare and decorative pair. This charming and atmospheric landscape depicts a lively scene along the Bay of Naples with the majestic Mount Vesuvius rising in the background. The composition captures the vibrant character of southern Italy, where daily life unfolds along the waterfront beneath the iconic volcano. In the foreground, a bustling open-air market is sheltered beneath large canvas awnings supported by wooden poles. Groups of figures gather around tables, creating a sense of activity and local color. Their lively gestures and varied attire animate the scene, suggesting a moment of social exchange and commerce. Beyond the market, the calm waters of the bay reflect the warm tones of the sky. Small fishing boats and rowboats glide across the harbor, guiding the eye toward the distant shoreline where the city of Naples stretches along the coast. Dominating the horizon, Mount Vesuvius releases a delicate plume of smoke, adding both drama and authenticity to this classic Neapolitan view. The artist skillfully balances narrative detail with atmospheric landscape painting. Warm sunlight illuminates the architecture and shoreline, while soft clouds diffuse the sky, enhancing the depth and tranquility of the scene. The painting reflects the tradition of 19th- and early 20th-century Italian veduta and tourist paintings, highly sought after for their romantic depictions of historic Italian landscapes. This evocative work would make a wonderful addition to collections of Italian landscape painting, Grand Tour subjects, or historic views of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Mount Vesuvius painting, Naples harbor painting, Bay of Naples landscape, Italian coastal painting, Naples cityscape painting, Vesuvius volcano painting, Neapolitan landscape painting, Italian harbor scene, Grand Tour painting, Italian market scene painting, Naples waterfront painting, antique Italian landscape, signed G Carfelli Napoli, Italian coastal cityscape, 19th century style Italian painting, European harbor painting...

Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier by John Emms (1843-1912) signed lower left oil painting on board, framed painting: 7.5 x 6.25 inches framed: 8.5 x 7.25 inches condition: overall v...

A charming floral still life depicting a generous arrangement of pansies spilling from a dark green spherical vase. The composition is rendered against a warm, tonal background, with...

On offer is a classic 19th-century or early 20th-century marine painting that captures a serene, atmospheric scene of traditional maritime life. The work depicts a harbor or coastal waterway at dawn or dusk, with multiple gaff-rigged fishing vessels resting on calm waters. The central focus is a large, dark-sailed fishing boat, paired with a smaller rowboat carrying two silhouetted fishermen in the foreground. The piece utilizes a Tonalist style, relying on a narrow palette of muted ochre, brown, and dark gray tones to build depth. The warm, golden light piercing through the heavy, hazy skies creates a dramatic yet tranquil atmosphere. The soaring seagulls on the right add motion to an otherwise still, reflective seascape. The painting is housed in a massive, highly ornate Baroque or Rococo Revival gilt gesso frame. Measuring 3 inches deep, it features heavy scrollwork, acanthus leaves, and corner flourishes. The minor chips and exposed white gesso are common for authentic antique gesso frames...

Pair of small oil paintings (studies) by Oscar Julius Paulsen (1860-1932) depicting a plum branch, the other a cherry branch with fruit. Both have light backgrounds and are mounted i...

About this work: “Lake in the Adirondacks” by Levi Wells Prentice (American, 1851-1935). A charming and finely detailed Adirondacks landscape by Prentice. This composition looks out...

Etching with drypoint on lightweight Japon paper, 9 3/4 x 9 7/8 inches ( 247 x 250 mm); sheet 14 x 12 3/4 inches (355 x 324 mm), full margins. Signed in pencil in the lower margin. I...

Antique American impressionist landscape oil painting with an elegant woman. Oil on canvas. Framed. Unsigned. Measuring: 15 by 23 inches overall, and 7 by 9 painting alone. Excel...

“Portrait of a North African Man, 1872” by August Holmberg (1851-1911) This striking oil painting by the German painter, August Holmberg, depicts a richly detailed and intimate port...

This atmospheric marine painting, Twilight in Gibraltar, is a characteristic work by the Danish artist Lauritz (Laurits) Bernhard Holst (1848–1934), whose oeuvre is closely associate...

Edwin Hughes Signed and dated 1875 Framed oil on canvas Picture Size: 14 x 20" (36 x 51) Framed Size: 20 x 26" (51 x 66cm) Exhibited 1875 – 1895 Figure and portrait painter Edwin H...

William Hughes British, 19th Century Study of Apples, circa 1870 Oil on panel Monogrammed lower right A finely observed and intimate still life by William Hughes, painted circa 1870, depicting a small grouping of apples arranged upon a simple wooden surface. Executed with quiet restraint and technical assurance, the composition reflects the enduring appeal of Victorian still life painting, where humble subjects are elevated through careful observation and painterly sensitivity. The apples, shown attached to a slender branch with leaves, are rendered with particular attention to texture and natural variation. Subtle transitions of colour—soft greens, warm russets, and touches of golden ochre—capture the ripeness and individuality of each fruit. The surfaces are delicately modelled, with highlights and imperfections thoughtfully described, lending the work both realism and charm. Set against a rich, dark background, the fruit is brought into sharp relief, a compositional device that enhances both depth and focus. The contrast between the illuminated forms and the shadowed ground creates a sense of quiet drama, while the horizontal line of the wooden ledge anchors the composition with stability and balance. Hughes’ handling is confident yet controlled, combining fine brushwork with a painterly softness that avoids excessive detail. The leaves and stems are treated with a lighter touch, providing a natural counterpoint to the more solid forms of the apples. This balance between precision and atmosphere is characteristic of well-executed 19th-century British still life painting...

Thomas Theodor Heine was a central figure in German fin de siècle culture, best known as one of the leading illustrators of the satirical magazine Simplicissimus, where his sharply o...

Raphaël Nannini (Italian, 1852-1925) Napoleon Bust, Late 19th Century Bronze on marble base Signed on back 17 x 11 x 8 inches Raphael Nannini was born in Florence. He exhibited at t...

The Avenue of Trees French Impressionist, late 19th century oil on board, unframed further sketch verso board : 13.5 x 9.5 inches Provenance: private collection Condition: very good ...

A rare 19th-century oil by the aristocratic painter and distinguished collector, Count Charles Gaston Esmangart de Bournonville de Saint-Maurice. It depicts an equestrian gathering ...

Medium: original etching. Published in Paris in 1897 by Gazette des Beaux Arts. Catalogue reference: Sanchez & Seydoux 1897-13. A lovely impression in sanguine ink printed on cre...

“A Lady in Black, 1894” by Paul-Marie Lapierre Renouard (1854-1940) This exceptional pastel portrait of an elegant woman in black is among the artist’s finest works. A close examina...

Gorgeous panoramic sunset landscape by unknown artist, ca. 1890. Oil on canvas measuring 20 x 34 inches. Depicted are the Catskill Mountains facing west from somewhere in Dutchess County NY...

Robert De Rouge Canvas Size: 55 x 38" Outside frame Size: 65 x 48" Signed and dated 1881 Oil on canvas This was painted as a private commission with the crest of arms visible at the...

Tranquil Pastures by Thomas Spinks (British, 1847-1927) signed and dated (18)91 oil on board framed framed: 9.5 x 12.5 inches board : 7 x 10 inches Provenance: private collection, En...

William Crothers Fitler was born in Philadelphia and studied at the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. He is best known for his tonalist landscapes of New York, Long Island and Conne...

Signed "P. P. Schiedges" in the lower right corner. A poetic pastoral landscape depicting a flock of sheep grazing beneath slender autumn trees under a dramatic overcast sky. Execut...