Late 19th Century Art

An evocative late 19th-century French oil on canvas depicting a young boy gathering firewood near a lily pond. Painted circa 1880, the work captures a quiet moment, focusing on the c...

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, ...

Frances Mabel Hollams Signed and dated 1898 Picture Size: 29 x 37" (74 x 94cm) Framed Size: 38 x 46" (97 x 117cm) Oil on canvas Most of her work are painted beautifully on panel...

King Charles Spaniel on Blue Cushion British Dog Portrait Oil Painting by John Young Hunter RSA (British, 1875–1955) oil on canvas, signed lower right Canvas: 21½ x 29½ inches / 54...

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). ...

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 ...

Antique German landscape oil painting with a cow by Thomas Ludwig Herbst (1848 - 1915). Oil on board. Unsigned. Framed. Measuring: 22 x 2...

This small city scene by Anders Montan captures a quiet street in the spa town of Bad Salzuflen in the principality of Lippe, rendered with a sensitivity that reveals the artist’s ke...

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...

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...

Symbolist Garden Scene Figure at Dusk French Tonalist Landscape by French School (French, late 19th–early 20th century) signed oil on canvas, framed Framed: 24.5 x 30 inches Canvas:...

Antique portrait painting of a woman signed and dated on the top left 1883. This is a rich and colourful canvas beautifully created by the artist. A head and shoulders sideways com...

About this work: “Manchester-by-the-Sea” by Ann Sophia Towne Darrah (American, 1819-1881). Darrah was among the earliest American women to establish a professional reputation as a p...

Antique Landscape Oil Painting on fine canvas card by French artist, Henri Jordain (1861-1917). This painting is cleverly rendered in a moody Barbizon style, and captures a tree lin...

This authentic, atmospheric, antique smaller scale portrait oil painting on wood is carefully framed by an old gilt frame. It's a captivating piece that depicts a woman in tradition...

Dimensions with frame: 37 x 52,5 x 3 cm. Signed "R. Fuchs" in the lower right corner. A serene and atmospheric landscape capturing a luminous sunset over a calm alpine lake, framed ...

This lovely Scottish Victorian Impressionist landscape oil painting is by noted artist Sir Charles Lawton Wingate. It was painted in 1880 and exhibited 1882 at the Royal Academy Lond...

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...

A fine large signed and dated 1882 portrait of a gentleman with a cigar, by French artist Ernest Constant Simon. Superb quality depiction of the gentleman wearing a dark suit, crisp...

This stunning large British Victorian Scottish landscape oil painting is by noted Kent artist William Sidney Cooper. William trained with his great-uncle Thomas Sidney Cooper at his ...

Charles Stuart (Scottish, 19th century) Highland Loch Landscape with Mountain Beyond Signed lower left, circa 1880 Oil on wooden panel Presented in its original giltwood frame A fin...

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...

A stunning large scale oil painting on canvas of a beautiful woman. Here, the artist has given us a traditional portrait of a young woman, she has brown eyes and dark hair. Exquisi...

A beautiful oil painting on canvas from the second half of the 19th century. It depicts a church interior with rare intensity. The attention to detail, the quality of the brushwork, ...

Antique American oil painting . Oil on canvasboard. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 13 by 17 inches overall, and 10 by 14 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang and enjoy.

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...

A fine copy after French painter Alexandre Gabriel Decamps (1803-1860), whose orientalist subjects were popular and widely copied in the nineteenth century. Here a solitary guard sta...

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 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...

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...

Antique American impressionist fall landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Nicely framed in a giltwood molding. Measuring: 16 by 21 inches overall, and 12 by 17.25 painting a...

“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...

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...

John Emms 1896 Signed and dated 1896 Canvas Size: 26 x 33" (68 x 105cm) Framed Size: 34 x 41" (88 x 105cm) Provenance: An Irish Country Estate Born on 21 April 1841at Blofield, ...

A beautiful late 19th century academic painting depicting an Italian coastal view with figures strolling along the promenade overlooking a sweeping bay. The path leads towards a dist...

Antique child portrait oil painting in a gold coloured frame. A simple but stunning 19th Century portrait of a French boy. Here, the artist has given us a minimalist portrait with ...

Julien Dupre (French, 1857–1910) Pastoral Scene Oil on canvas Signed lower left 20 x 25.5 inches 33.5 x 39.25 inches, framed Julien Dupré was a French painter, born in Paris on Ma...

Antique European still life oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Measuring: 27 by 21 inches overall, and 22 by 16 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang and enjoy.

Dimensions with frame: 55 x 47,5 x 5,5 cm This evocative antique floral still life oil painting depicts a lush bouquet of roses and wildflowers arranged in a delicate porcelain vase...

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...

Antique oil on wood portrait of a woman by Belgium artist, Eugine Smits 1800s. This delightful painting in its rich and powerful tones and scultured impressionist paint layers is ve...

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...

Signed upper left, 'G. Rochegrosse' for George Rochegrosse (French, 1859-1938) and dated 1881. Framed dimensions: 15.5 H x 1.5 D x 13.5 W inches A finely-painted figural oil showin...

The Male Nude French School, late 19th century indistinctly signed and dated 1890's oil on canvas, framed framed: 44 x 32 inches canvas: 39 x 27 inches Provenance: private collection...

Antique American sunset landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Measuring: 21 by 28 inches overall, and 14.5 by 20.5 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang and en...

A striking Victorian-era landscape by British Artist Tom Seymour, capturing a dramatic waterfall rushing through rocky banks into a calm loch beyond. The composition leads the eye fr...

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...

Original antique 19th century oil on canvas depicting a lively French street scene with figures gathered outside a village tavern or inn. The composition shows women in traditional d...

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...

This small oil study by Frants Henningsen is striking in its simplicity and immediacy. A single cattle dominates the foreground, resting in the grass with a sense of physical weight ...

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...

Presented here is a fine example of a late 19th-century seascape, executed in oil on a metal panel in the traditions of the European marine school. At the centre of the dynamic compo...

Anglers at Sunset by Edwin Henry Boddington (1836–1905) signed and indistinctly dated 18?? oil on canvas, framed framed: 17 x 30 inches canvas : 12 x 24.5 inches Provenance: private...

Antique American Hudson River School seascape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Measuring: 10 by 13 inches overall, and 7 by 10 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang ...

This superb British 19th century portrait oil painting is by much respected Victorian suffragette female artist Susan Isabel Dacre. The portrait was painted in 1875 in Rome whilst Da...

Cottages in North Wales indistinctly signed, oil on canvas, framed dated 1888 framed: 16 x 22 inches canvas : 12 x 18 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Condition: very good ...

Italian, Late 19th Century Finely Finished Bust of Renaissance Lady White marble, garment in veined buff colored marble on fitted green marble pedestal Bust: 22 x 18 x 9 inches Pedes...

Louis Gaston Amédée CHARPENTIER-BOSIO (1858-1923) "Portrait of Girl with Fan" Impressive oil on canvas signed upper left and dated 1891. This beautiful large-scale painting depic...

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 beautiful 19th century French impressionist oil on panel depicting a moonlit street scene, by Raoul Arus. The work is inscribed with a dedication to the artist's friend lower rig...