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Old Masters Art

OLD MASTERS

Encompassing centuries of change in Europe between 1300 and 1800, from booms of prosperity to bloody revolutions, Old Masters describes a wide range of artists. The informal term was derived from the title of an artist who trained in a guild long enough to become a master, such as Leonardo da Vinci, who studied in a Florence painters’ guild. However, Old Masters paintings, prints and other art is now used to refer to work made by any artist with a high level of skill in painting, drawing, sculpture or printmaking who worked during this era.

The 15th century’s expansive trade and commerce spread culture across borders. A vibrant period of art emerged, bolstered by studies of anatomy and nature that influenced a new visual realism. From Raphael and Michelangelo in the Renaissance to Rembrandt van Rijn and Johannes Vermeer in the Dutch Golden Age, artists expressed emotion, naturalism, color and light in new ways. El Greco and Paolo Veronese were leaders in the dramatic style of Mannerism, while Caravaggio and Peter Paul Rubens demonstrated the movement and meticulous detail of Baroque art.

Historically, most attention was concentrated on male artists, but recent research and exhibitions have elevated the impactful work of women such as Rachel Ruysch and Artemisia Gentileschi. In late-18th-century France, female artists like Adélaïde Labille-Guiard and Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun were prominent names. Nevertheless, access to the academies and guilds was highly restricted for women, and even those able to establish practices were expected to adhere to portraits and still lifes rather than the grand history paintings being created by men.

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Style: Old Masters
16th Century Christ in Mary's House Francesco Bassano Magdalene Oil on Canvas
16th Century Christ in Mary's House Francesco Bassano Magdalene Oil on Canvas

16th Century Christ in Mary's House Francesco Bassano Magdalene Oil on Canvas

Located in Sanremo, IT

Painting oil on canvas, measuring 82 x 112 cm without frame and 100 x 130 cm with contemporary frame, depicting Christ in the house of Mary and Magdalene by the painter Francesco Bas...

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16th Century Old Masters Art

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Canvas, Oil

Venus Cupid Franceschini Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy
Venus Cupid Franceschini Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Venus Cupid Franceschini Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

By Marcantonio Franceschini (Bologna 1648 - 1729)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Marcantonio Franceschini (Bologna 1648 - 1729) Workshop of Sleeping Venus with Cupid Oil on canvas 53 x 68 cm. In frame 71 x 91 cm. Venus, the Roman goddess of love, is port...

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17th Century Old Masters Art

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Oil

Escuela española (XIX) - La sagrada familia
Escuela española (XIX) - La sagrada familia

Escuela española (XIX) - La sagrada familia

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

La obra no va firmada Se presenta sin enmarcar la obra El estado de la pintura es aceptable Medidas de la obra: 117 cm. de altura x 88 cm. de ancho

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Mid-19th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil

Escuela española (XVIII) - Óleo sobre tela - San Francisco de Asís
Escuela española (XVIII) - Óleo sobre tela - San Francisco de Asís

Escuela española (XVIII) - Óleo sobre tela - San Francisco de Asís

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

Como pueden apreciar, la obra no va firmada Se presenta enmarcada la obra con un marco del siglo xix en madera estucada y policromada (el marco presenta algún leve descolche) El es...

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Early 18th Century Old Masters Art

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Oil

"Two Terrier Puppies in the Kitchen, 1862"- Vincent De Vos (Belgium, 1829-1875)
"Two Terrier Puppies in the Kitchen, 1862"- Vincent De Vos (Belgium, 1829-1875)

"Two Terrier Puppies in the Kitchen, 1862"- Vincent De Vos (Belgium, 1829-1875)

By Joos Vincent de Vos

Located in SANTA FE, NM

Two Terrier Puppies in the Kitchen w/Carrots Vincent De Vos (Belgium 1829-1875) Oil on wood panel Signed and date "10 12 62" lower right 13 x 17 1/2 (18 1/2 x 23 1/2 inches A charming study of a Dutch...

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1860s Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Apollo Marsyas Batoni Paint 18th CEntury Oil on canvas Old master Mythological
Apollo Marsyas Batoni Paint 18th CEntury Oil on canvas Old master Mythological

Apollo Marsyas Batoni Paint 18th CEntury Oil on canvas Old master Mythological

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Apollo and Marsyas Pompeo Girolamo Batoni (Lucca 1708 – Rome 1787) circle oil on canvas (65 x 83 cm. - framed 84 x 102 cm.) Provenance: Private collection, Rome The subject...

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18th Century Old Masters Art

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Oil

Portrait of Maria Vittoria Queen of Portugal - Italian Old Master oil painting
Portrait of Maria Vittoria Queen of Portugal - Italian Old Master oil painting

Portrait of Maria Vittoria Queen of Portugal - Italian Old Master oil painting

Located in Hagley, England

This lovely Italian Old Master portrait oil painting is by Domenico Maria Sani. Painted circa 1732 the sitter is of Maria Anna Vittoria (1718 - 1788), daughter of Philip V and Elisabetta Farnese, who in 1729 married Joseph prince of Brazil and king of Portugal...

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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil

Escuela española (XVIII) -  La coronación de la virgen - Óleo sobre tela
Escuela española (XVIII) -  La coronación de la virgen - Óleo sobre tela

Escuela española (XVIII) - La coronación de la virgen - Óleo sobre tela

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

Como pueden apreciar, la obra no va firmada, es de autor anónimo Se presenta enmarcada la obra (el marco presenta algunos signos de uso) El estado de la obra es aceptable, solo com...

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18th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil

Huge Old Master Oil Painting 17th century Diana & Cupids in Panoramic Landscape
Huge Old Master Oil Painting 17th century Diana & Cupids in Panoramic Landscape

Huge Old Master Oil Painting 17th century Diana & Cupids in Panoramic Landscape

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Diana The Huntress and her Cherubs Northern European artist, circa 1680's period oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 20 x 60.5 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: some p...

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17th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil

18th Century French Portrait of Mysterious Man Oil on Canvas for restoration
18th Century French Portrait of Mysterious Man Oil on Canvas for restoration

18th Century French Portrait of Mysterious Man Oil on Canvas for restoration

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Portrait of a Gentleman French School, 18th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 25 x 20 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: the painting is in sound conditi...

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18th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil

17th Century Italian Old Master Oil Painting Moses Striking Water from the Rock
17th Century Italian Old Master Oil Painting Moses Striking Water from the Rock

17th Century Italian Old Master Oil Painting Moses Striking Water from the Rock

By Pier (Pietro) Dandini

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Moses Striking Water from the Rock; Circle of Pietro Dandini, Italian 1646-1712 Italian School, late 17th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 3...

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Early 18th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Four Framed Hogarth Engravings "Four Times of the Day"
Four Framed Hogarth Engravings "Four Times of the Day"

Four Framed Hogarth Engravings "Four Times of the Day"

By William Hogarth

Located in Alamo, CA

The four plates in this "Four Times of the Day" set were created utilizing both engraving and etching techniques by William Hogarth in 1738. Hogarth's original copper plates were refurbished where needed by James Heath and these engravings were republished in London in 1822 by Braddock, Cradock & Joy. This was the last time Hogarth's original copper plates were used for printing. Most were melted down during World War I for the construction of bombs. Printed upon early nineteenth century wove paper and with large, full margins as published by William Heath in 1822. The inscription below each print reads "Invented Painted & Engraved by Wm. Hogarth & Publish'd March 25. 1738 according to Act of Parliament". These large folio sized "Four Times of the Day" engravings/etchings are presented in complex gold-colored wood frames with black bands and scalloped gold inner trim. A majority of each thick impressive frame is covered with glass applied near the outer edge. Each frame measures 25.75" high, 22.25" wide and 1.88" deep. There are a few small dents in the edge of these frames, which are otherwise in very good condition. "Morning" has two focal areas of discoloration in the upper margin and some discoloration in the right margin, a short tear in the left margin and a short tear or crease in the right margin. "Noon" has a spot in the upper margin that extends into the upper image, but it is otherwise in very good condition. "Evening" has a faint spot in the upper margin, but it is otherwise in very good condition. "Night" is in excellent condition. The "Four Times of the Day" series is in the collection of many major museums, including: The British Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Tate Museum, The Chicago Art Institute and The Victoria and Albert Museum. Through this series Hogarth is portraying early 18th century London street life at "Four Times of the Day". His characters are exhibiting their personalities, quircks, strange activities, but he also wants to draw attention the disparities between the wealthy aristocracy and the common working class. Plate 1, "Morning" depicts morning in Covent Garden in the winter in front of Tom King...

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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Trois Tetes de Chevaux, Heliogravure by Leonardo da Vinci
Trois Tetes de Chevaux, Heliogravure by Leonardo da Vinci

Trois Tetes de Chevaux, Heliogravure by Leonardo da Vinci

By Leonardo da Vinci

Located in Long Island City, NY

Leonardo da Vinci, After by Amand Durand, Italian (1452 - 1519) - Trois Tetes de Chevaux, Year: circa 1878, Medium: Heliogravure, Size: 6 x 8.5 in. (15.24 x 21.59 cm), Printer: Am...

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1870s Old Masters Art

Materials

Etching

Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting
Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting

Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Profusion of Flowers Classical Still Life Dutch School, 19th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 32 x 21 inches provenance: private collection condition: very good and sound con...

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Late 19th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

The Nativity of Christ
The Nativity of Christ

The Nativity of Christ

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Anonymous 15th Century Italian, Probably Milan area The Nativity of Christ Pigments, ink and gold leaf on vellum Unsigned as is always the case with illuminated manuscripts The Virgi...

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15th Century and Earlier Old Masters Art

Materials

Pigment

The Lions Den
The Lions Den

George StubbsThe Lions Den

$3,500Sale Price|58% Off

The Lions Den

By George Stubbs

Located in Stoke, Hampshire

Circle of George Stubbs The Lions Den Oil on canvas Canvas Size 11 x 14 1/2 in Framed Size 17 x 21 in George Stubbs, one of the most celebrated animal painters of the 18th century, ...

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18th Century Old Masters Art

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Oil

Antique English Grand Tour Old Master Oil Figures  Classical Arcadian Landscape
Antique English Grand Tour Old Master Oil Figures  Classical Arcadian Landscape

Antique English Grand Tour Old Master Oil Figures Classical Arcadian Landscape

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Classical Landscape English School, early 19th century, unsigned oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 19 x 27 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Condition: The painting is in very...

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Early 19th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early 1800's English Oil Painting Figure in Rural Woodland Landscape, original
Early 1800's English Oil Painting Figure in Rural Woodland Landscape, original

Early 1800's English Oil Painting Figure in Rural Woodland Landscape, original

By circle of John Constable

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist: English School, early 1800's, circle of John Constable (British 1776-1837) Title: The Woodland Path Medium: oil on canvas, framed, unsigned Size: 12 x 22 inches Picture: 9 x 18 inches Provence: from a private collection in East Anglia...

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Early 19th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early 19th Century, Portrait of a young man wearing glasses, gouache
Early 19th Century, Portrait of a young man wearing glasses, gouache

Early 19th Century, Portrait of a young man wearing glasses, gouache

Located in Paris, FR

Early 19th Century, Portrait of a young man wearing glasses, gouache on paper 13 x 10.5 cm oval view In a vintage frame : 41.5 x 39 cm, accidents and lacks in the gilding but but...

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1820s Old Masters Art

Materials

Gouache

Conversion Saint Paul Antonio Tempesta Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Italy
Conversion Saint Paul Antonio Tempesta Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Italy

Conversion Saint Paul Antonio Tempesta Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Tempesta (Florence 1555 - Rome 1630) Circle The Conversion of Saint Paul on the Road to Damascus Oil on canvas 112 x 102 cm Framed 125 x 114 cm The scene depicts the e...

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17th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil

Saint James Religious Tempesta Paint 17th Century OIl on canvas Old master Italy
Saint James Religious Tempesta Paint 17th Century OIl on canvas Old master Italy

Saint James Religious Tempesta Paint 17th Century OIl on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Tempesta (Florence 1555 - Rome 1630) Circle Saint James defeating the Moors in battle Oil on canvas 112 x 102 cm - Framed 125 x 114 cm A valiant knight with his sword...

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17th Century Old Masters Art

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Oil

Roman painter - 18th century Bambocciante landscape with travel scenes
Roman painter - 18th century Bambocciante landscape with travel scenes

Roman painter - 18th century Bambocciante landscape with travel scenes

Located in Varmo, IT

Roman painter (18th century) - Landscape with Wayfarers. 43.5 x 34.5 cm (without frame) - 58.5 x 49.5 cm (with frame). Oil on canvas, in carved and gilded wooden frame (not signed)...

Category

Early 18th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Royal Hospital att Greenwich to the River /// "Vitruvius Britannicus" Engraving
Royal Hospital att Greenwich to the River /// "Vitruvius Britannicus" Engraving

Royal Hospital att Greenwich to the River /// "Vitruvius Britannicus" Engraving

By Colen Campbell

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

Artist: Colen Campbell (Scottish, 1676-1729) Title: "Royal Hospital att Greenwich to the River" (Vol. 1, Plates 86, 87) Portfolio: Vitruvius Britannicus; or The British Architect, Co...

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1710s Old Masters Art

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Engraving, Etching, Laid Paper, Intaglio

Flemish School, Oil on Panel – Interior Scene with Figures
Flemish School, Oil on Panel – Interior Scene with Figures

Flemish School, Oil on Panel – Interior Scene with Figures

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

Charming 19th-century oil on panel attributed to the Flemish School, anonymous artist. This work depicts an intimate interior scene with several figures engaged in daily life, charac...

Category

Mid-19th Century Old Masters Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

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Find a wide variety of authentic Old Masters art 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 art created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of orange, yellow, blue and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Charles Amand Durand, Giuseppe Vasi, Thomas Holloway, and Vincenzo Campana. Frequently made by artists working with Etching, and 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 Old Masters art, so small editions measuring 0.4 inches across are also available. Prices for art made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11 and tops out at $1,495,000, while the average work sells for $546.