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Realist Art

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
"Red Wolf" Original handmade oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Brian Mashburn's "Red Wolf" from 2023 is an exceptional piece that elegantly conveys the artist's distinct intersection of urban, industrial landscapes with the mesmerizing beauty of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

Chinese vase
Located in Zofingen, AG
The flowers picked in my garden set in Chinese vase. The various shades of pink color of the flower and their shiny leaves inspire me to create this work. M...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

English 20th century portrait of an English Frigate in full sail at sea in oils.
Located in Woodbury, CT
English 20th century portrait of an English Frigate in full sail at sea in oils. A very well painted oil on canvas with great detail of a ship cutting through the sea at I'm sure great speed. The piece is an oil on canvas with I think gouache added to the waves to make them a brighter white. The piece is signed Mason and with some investigation, we are attributing this painting to the talented English painter Barry Mason...
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1980s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A ballerina black swan
Located in Zofingen, AG
In crafting this oil painting, I poured my reverence for grace and strength into every stroke, capturing the poised elegance of a ballerina in a moment of serene concentration. The c...
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2010s Realist Art

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Canvas, Oil

Katya
Located in Zofingen, AG
This is one of those sketches where Evgeniy Monahov first used an industrial marker together with tempera - the thick velvety black of his lines expands the tonal range of the delica...
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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Tempera, Permanent Marker

George Morland(follower) landscape, oil, country scene, dogs, pigs, cottage
Located in York, GB
Follower of George Morland landscape country scene depicting pigs and dogs etc With presumably husband wife and child outside their cottage also maybe gra...
Category

19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Vigilant Sitting German Shepherd / - The Epitome of the German Shepherd -
Located in Berlin, DE
Albert Pierre LaPlanche (1854 Sainte-Menehould - 1935 Chäteau-Thierry), Vigilant sitting shepherd dog, around 1915. Brown patinated bronze on cast terrain plinth. 45 cm (height) x 45...
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1910s Realist Art

Materials

Bronze

In the Wheatfield (Girl Standing in a Wheat Field)
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"In the Wheatfield (Girl Standing in a Wheat Field)" is a painting by Winslow Homer. The painting is signed, lower left, "Homer 1873". The framed piece measures 29 3/4 x 21 5/8 x 2 7/8 in. During the early 1870s, Winslow Homer frequently painted scenes of country living near a small farm hamlet renowned for generations for its remarkable stands of wheat, situated between the Hudson River and the Catskills in New York state. Today Hurley is far more famous for inspiring one of Homer’s greatest works, Snap the Whip...
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1870s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard 19th Century Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Description: Fabio Fabbi: A Master of Orientalist Intrigue The painting is signed on the bottom left side. Fabio Fabbi, an esteemed Italian artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, emerged as a prominent figure within the Orientalist art movement. Born in Rome in 1861, Fabbi’s passion for capturing the exotic and mysterious landscapes and cultures of the East would define his artistic career and leave an indelible mark on the art world. Fabbi’s artistic journey began with formal training at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Rome, where he developed a deep appreciation for classical techniques and aesthetics. However, it was his encounters with Orientalist themes and subjects that ignited his imagination and set him on a path to becoming a renowned master of Orientalist art. One of Fabbi’s most captivating works, “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard,” stands as a testament to his exceptional talent for depicting scenes of intrigue and sensuality within the luxurious settings of the Ottoman Empire. This mesmerizing painting invites viewers into the opulent world of a harem, where a group of beautiful women gracefully gather in a sunlit courtyard. Fabbi’s brushwork skillfully captures the vibrant colors, exquisite textiles, and intricate architectural details that define the environment. In “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard,” Fabbi delves into the alluring realm of the harem, exploring the interplay between power, desire, and secrecy. With meticulous attention to detail, he captures the expressions and body language of the women, evoking a sense of mystery and sensuality. The play of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the composition, further immersing viewers in the rich atmosphere of the scene. Fabbi’s ability to weave narratives within his artworks sets him apart. “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard” not only showcases his technical skill but also tells a story—a glimpse into a hidden world that fascinates and captivates. Through his artistry, Fabbi offers a nuanced portrayal of Eastern culture, emphasizing the beauty and complexity that lie beneath the surface. Throughout his career, Fabio Fabbi gained recognition and admiration for his Orientalist works. His paintings were exhibited in prominent galleries across Europe, where audiences marveled at his ability to transport them to distant lands and evoke a sense of wonder and intrigue. Fabbi’s talent for capturing the essence of Orientalist themes and his exquisite attention to detail earned him a place among the most respected artists of his time. Fabio Fabbi’s legacy lives on through his remarkable artworks. His ability to portray the mysteries and allure of the East continues to inspire and captivate art enthusiasts worldwide. “Harem Girls in the Palace Courtyard” exemplifies Fabbi’s mastery of the Orientalist genre, inviting viewers to step into a world of beauty, enchantment, and hidden desires. His paintings exhibited at prestigious venues in Turin and Milan. Knighted in the Order of the Crown of Italy in 1892. Notable works include the Sacred Heart...
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19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Monica & Cupid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Su Yu is a Chinese artist born in 1987 who lives & works in Beijing in China. He was an old student of prestigious art teachers as Shi Liang & Chen Danqing...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Light Waves" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Light Waves" by Kirsten Savage is an elegant, original oil painting featuring a nude female model with her hands raised above in a graceful pose. This handmade masterpiece is framed...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

Sunflowers
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Walter Nelson – American (1942- ) Title: Sunflowers. From the Fleur portfolio Year: 1981 Medium: Dye transfer color photograph Sight size: 14.25 ...
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1980s Realist Art

Materials

Dye Transfer

Debora Lima-original figurative female dancers bronze sculpture-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Bronze , Limited edition of 8 "Debora Lima" stands as a capti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Bronze

Thames Bridges, Prints of London, Monochrome Etchings, Affordable Cityscape Art
Located in Deddington, GB
John Duffin Thames Bridges Limited Edition Etching Edition of Sheet Size: H 76cm x W 56cm x D 0.1cm Sold Unframed Please note that in situ images are pur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Etching

Man of Industry
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jirayr Hamparzoom Zorthian was born April 14, 1911 in Kutahya, Turkey, of Armenian parents. At the age of three, he showed considerable talent in drawing and painting. Zorthian we...
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1930s Realist Art

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Oil

Painting of a Fauve de Bourgogne, Rabbit, Pet Bunny, Vintage Animal Portrait
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Unknown Artist Signed: Lower, Right (Dated: 87) " Fauve de Bourgogne ", 1987 Oil on Canvas 18" x 24" Housed in a 2 1/2" Frame Overall Size: 23" x 28 3/4" Very light pressing...
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Late 20th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Same Old Story (Brooklyn Dodgers & St. Louis Cardinals Illustration)
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Bill Crawford (1913-1982). Original illustration artwork depicting teams as they advance to the World Series. Depicted are representations of the St. Louis Cardinals and The Brooklyn...
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1940s Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Charcoal, Ink, Gouache, Pencil

Cherry Blossoms 4, A Gray, Black and White Drawing of Cherry Blossoms on Branch
Located in New York, NY
Mary Reilly's "Cherry Blossoms 4" (2025) is a 24 x 18-inch graphite pencil drawing that captures the delicate beauty of cherry blossoms. Reilly's meticulous technique involves layeri...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Graphite

Bay area landscape painting 48x72 original oil painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
This large-scale, immersive oil painting of the northern California landscape captures the breathtaking view looking east from the East P...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Lavender Rose
Located in Fairfield, CT
There is a sense of freedom that I experience when painting landscape. The quality of these kinds of images allows for expression and interpretation, yet they can still be viewed as...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Lavender Rose
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The ruines Undspunnen and the Jungfrau - Oil on cardboard 19th century
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on cardboard sold with frame. The total size with frame is 21x23 cm. The work is unsigned but we can recognize the Ruine Undspunnen and the Jungfrau in Switzerland. Dated around...
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19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Oil

"The Genesis of Femininity" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Kelly Birkenruth's (US based) "The Genesis of Femininity" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a still life of two green granny smith apples and a halved egg shell in situ with a smaller than life bronze statue of a feminine figure. Kelly Birkenruth’s captivating paintings are in the style of contemporary realism while staying firmly grounded in the tradition of the Old Masters. She is able to pull the viewer into her paintings by interweaving emotion with a humanistic quality through her supreme handling of light. Through her portraits and still lifes she is able to evoke sensitivity and empathy, which in turn allows her to create images which transcend mere representation to capture the true essence of her subject. Kelly’s arresting compositions, draftsmanship, use of color and observation of detail allow her to create paintings with a timeless quality. After earning her degree from Pennsylvania State University, Kelly moved to southern California where she began a career as a fashion model. Her agency soon sent her abroad to Paris and Tokyo, where she spent the next several years modeling. When she wasn’t walking the runway, she spent endless hours in the great museums of the world, closely observing and studying the works of the Old Masters. “My time abroad, particularly in Paris, opened my eyes to the vast beauty and power of a great painting. After that I knew I wanted to dedicate my life to the pursuit of Fine Art” said Birkenruth. After returning to the States, Kelly studied at Otis College of Art in Los Angeles, CA. She then continued her studies through workshops and private study with renowned artists such as Daniel Sprick, Steven Assael and Jesus Emmanuel Villarreal. In the spring of 2019...
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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

Oil Painting of Figures by a Tree Lined River in Irish Summer by British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Figures by a Tree Lined River in Irish Summer by 20th Century British Artist, Edward Albert Hickling (1913-1998). Edward Albert Hickling was a British painter who w...
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Mid-20th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'I Might Have Been Mistaken/Tornado Landscape, ' by Mark Gilmore, Oil on Paper
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This framed 40"x 32" oil and prismacolor on paper landscape painting, ' I Might Have Been Mistaken,' by Mark Gilmore, depicts dark storm clouds hovering ...
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Color Pencil, Paper

Ship Leaving the Bay at Sunrise French Seascape 18th century Rococo Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
Attributed Charles François Grenier de Lacroix or Charles - François Lacroix de Marseille (1700 - 1782) as signed lower left on the stone “Lacroix”. The scene of the departure of nobles on a ship, somewhere among the Mediterranean landscapes at sunrise. Lacroix's sense of color and attention to detail are particularly impressive: the sea is calm, the sun is rising and as a soft pink hue begins to emerge in the clouds, the morning haze has not yet cleared and the air is clear and clean, large ship...
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Late 18th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

Feria de Sevilla
Located in Madrid, ES
JOSÉ CAÑAVERAL Spanish, 1833 - 1894 FERIA DE SEVILLA signed "JCañaveral / Sevilla 1881." (lower right) oil on canvas 29-1/3 x 19-1/2 inches (74.5 x 49.5 cm.) framed: 38-1/2 x 29-1/2 inches (98 x 75 cm.) PROVENANCE Privated Collection, Lille, France José Cañaveral y Pérez (Seville, 1833-Madrid, 1894) was a Spanish painter, brother of the artist Alfonso Cañaveral y Pérez. Born in Seville, he trained artistically at the School of Fine Arts in his city, later he moved to Madrid where he was a disciple of Federico...
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1880s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Train Station, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A railway stop stands beside the tracks, its weathered wood and faded paint showing years of wear. Bright autumn foliage surrounds it, contrasting with the mist...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Acrylic

"Colorado Falls", A.D. Greer, Original Oil on Canvas, 45x62, Mountain Landscape
Located in Dallas, TX
"Colorado Falls" by A. D. Greer measures 45x62 in. and is one of the largest and premiere paintings Greer painted in his life. You can feel the rushing water crashing into rocks surrounded by large pine and oak trees as they stand before a snowy mountain peak. This painting was purchased by Southwest...
Category

1980s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Nomos", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Christopher Remmers' (US based) "Nomos" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a nude man hugging a glowing orb of light to himself as ...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Gallimaufry" Aaron Bohrod, Realism, Surrealism, Charlie Brown, Buddha, Gnome
Located in New York, NY
Aaron Bohrod Gallimaufry, 1989 Signed on the right Oil on gesso panel 14 x 11 inches Aaron Bohrod's work has not been limited to one style or medium. Initially recognized as a regionalist painter of American scenes, particularly of his native Chicago, Bohrod later devoted himself to detailed still-life paintings rendered in the trompe l'oeil style. He also worked for several years in ceramics and wrote a book on pottery. Born in 1907, Bohrod began his studies at Chicago's Crane Junior College in 1925, and two years later enrolled in the Art Institute of Chicago. But it was at the Art Students League in New York City, from 1930 to 1932, that he studied under the man believed to be his most significant early influence, John Sloan. Sloan's romantic realism...
Category

1980s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Board

Poolside Waiting, Palm Springs, Estate Edition, Portrait Photograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1970s portrait photograph, captured by society photographer Slim Aarons, features a waiter by the pool at Nelda Linsk's desert house in Palm Springs, January 1970. The house was...
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1970s Realist Art

Materials

Lambda

"Crimson Petals" (2024) By Robin Hextrum, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
Robin Hextrum's (US based) "Crimson Petals" is an oil painting that depicts a vibrant red flower on a black background. This painting is sold unframed, but is ready to hang. Artist ...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

Cherry summer
Located in Zofingen, AG
Scattered cherry on the metal plate create a vivid contrast against the white tablecloth focusing the viewer's eye towards the center of the composition. The various shades of red a...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Race Horse Phoenix with Guilermo Kemmis - British 19th century art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This superb British 19th century equine oil painting is by noted horse lover, George Gascoyne. Painted in 1889, this French born chestnut horse is Phoenix. While he was essentially a miler, Phoenix (sometimes seen spelled as “Phenix”) came from a family that had produced Classic winners in France at up to 15 furlongs. He proved an excellent sire following his export to Argentina, becoming the foundation stallion for Guillermo Kemmis' breeding program at Haras Las Rosas. This painting is from his time in Argentina with Kemmis. Phoenix is depicted in a flat landscape against a vivid blue sky. A gentleman, possibly his owner, Guillermo Kemmis, stands smiling in front of him holding his reigns and gives perspective to how tall Phoenix is. Although in profile, Phoenix is turning to look at the viewer, his chestnut coat gleaming and his anatomy perfectly portrayed. This is a superb Victorian equine portrait of a noted horse in the 19th century and is a lovely example of Gascoyne's work as a horse lover. Signed with initials and dated GG 1889 lower right. Provenance. Inscribed "Phenix" (Cymbal -- Belle-Etoile) by George Gascoyne, Sittingbourne, Kent to reverse. Condition. Oil on canvas, 36 inches by 28 inches and in good condition. Frame. Housed in a wooden frame, 44 inches by 36 inches and in good condition. HORSE BIOGRAPHY Phoenix (FR) 1875 – 1893? Chestnut horse. Cymbal (GB) x Belle Etoile (FR), by First Born (FR) Family 25. While he was essentially a miler, Phoenix (sometimes seen spelled as “Phenix”) came from a family that had produced Classic winners in France at up to 15 furlongs. He proved an excellent sire following his export to Argentina, becoming the foundation stallion for Guillermo Kemmis' breeding program at Haras Las Rosas. Race record. Complete record unavailable but as follows: 1878: Won Prix de la Forêt (FR, 1600mT, Longchamp) 1879: Won July Cup (ENG, 6FT, Newmarket July). Won Rous Memorial Stakes (ENG, 8FT, Ascot). Won Bunbury Stakes (ENG, Newmarket). 2nd Rosebery Handicap (ENG, Epsom) 1880: Won Lennox Stakes (ENG, Goodwood) As a stallion: Phoenix was the Argentine champion sire six times, reaching the top in 1887-1890, 1892 and 1895. Notable progeny: Hawk Eye (ARG), Lenape (ARG), Marinera (ARG), Osiris (ARG), San Martín (ARG), Surplice (ARG) Connections: Phoenix was owned by Comte Frédéric de Lagrange. After being exported to Argentina, he stood at Haras Las Rosas, the stud farm of leading Argentine breeder Guillermo Kemmis. His last known foals were born in 1894. Pedigree notes: Phoenix is outcrossed through five generations. Sired by Cymbal, a son of 1861 Derby Stakes winner Kettledrum, he is out of Belle Etoile, whose half sister Garenne (by Gladiator or Ethirion or Freystrop) is the second dam of 1894 Prix Royal-Oak (French St. Leger) winner Gouvernail and the third dam of 1894 Prix du Jockey Club (French Derby...
Category

1880s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

"Golden Meadow, " Framed Limited Edition Giclee Print, 16" x 32"
Located in Westport, CT
This coastal seascape by contemporary realist Daniel Pollera captures a line of coastal homes at sunset. Along the horizon, four houses are visible with docks, while an orange sky wi...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Digital, Giclée

Detail of the Young Horsewoman
Located in Columbia, MO
Herman Richir Detail of the Young Horsewoman c. 1980s Fine color facsimile 28 x 22 inches, 32 x 26 (framed)
Category

1980s Realist Art

Materials

Archival Pigment

Yellowstone Prong Horn ImpressionisticRealism Wildlife Painting Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Prairie Nomads, Pronghorn Antelope oil/linen 18 x 24 image unframed 24.5 x 30.5 framed An oil painting on linen canvas by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Book Dealers. Oil on canvas, 88x115 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Book Dealers. Oil on canvas, 88x115 cm Size with frame 113x142 cm Alfredo Palmero De Gregorio / Maestro Palmero / Alfredo PALMERO (1901-1991) Alfred...
Category

1960s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

What the rose tell me
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Roses" is a painting that pays homage to the natural beauty and timeless elegance of this luxurious flower. Painted with great precision and a keen eye for detail, this work exudes ...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

New York City Skating Painting Michael Budden Evening Lights Central Park
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Evening Lights Wolman Rink Central Park is an oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden. Rockefeller Center is obviously a favorite spot to hi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil

The Path Where Nothing Is Simple
Located in Zofingen, AG
This artwork drops you into a surreal moment: two figures black outfits stand in the middle of nowhere, under a blue sky sprinkled with just enough clouds to keep it interesting. One...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"Slow Rise, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Eric G. Thompson's "Slow Rise" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a red clay teacup steaming with warmth with a cast shadow on the silver background. About the Artist: Eric G. Thompson captures stillness. He captures moments. Whether he is painting in oil, egg tempera or watercolor, he is seeking to evoke a haunting memory, a lost feeling. In a fast-paced world of deadlines, obligations and busyness, Eric invites you into the peace that he has enveloped within this momentary glimpse in time. Believing that we all seek silence, without even realizing it, he implores you to dwell on something you otherwise would have overlooked, or have long-forgotten. Literally and figuratively, he sheds light into the attics of our lives, even if it is just to awaken a feeling buried deep within the viewer. A major influence on Eric’s work is the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, an appreciation of imperfection, age and patina, often referred to as “flawed beauty.” Balance and light are also key elements found in every painting he creates. Like the characters of the objects, figures and houses Eric paints, his technique has been refined through life experience. He is completely self-taught, and believes this process has led him to find a unique voice and vision, through perseverance, trial and error. A painter since 1989, Eric now resides in Salt Lake City, Utah and has been selling his work professionally since 2002. He paints from his travels and the treasures discovered along the way, and he chooses his medium based on the mood he wishes to convey. Eric will continue to paint, evoking our memories, shedding light on the beauty and solitude of ordinary moments once forgotten, now glorified before us in fluid brushstrokes. Eric seeks to find greatness in the most humble of subject matter, illustrated by Elbert...
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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Silver

"Musical Interlude" 19th century antique realism Large oil painting on Board
By Francesco Beda
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Provenance: Private Collection Atlanta, GA Estate sale Everard Gallery, Savannah, GA, Private Collection Callen Estate, Savannah GA 2018 Description: The painting is signed on the lower right side. Francesco Beda (1840-1900) was an Italian painter celebrated for his exquisite genre scenes and historical subjects. Born in Italy, Beda displayed a natural talent for art from a young age and received formal training in painting. He developed a distinctive style characterized by meticulous attention to detail, vibrant colors, and a keen eye for capturing the essence of his subjects. One of Beda’s notable oil paintings on canvas is titled “Musical Interlude.” This masterpiece measures 24×36″ and bears the artist’s signature. The painting showcases Beda’s exceptional skill in depicting textures, colors, and architectural details with stunning realism. In “Musical Interlude,” Beda transports the viewer to a scene of musical entertainment in the 19th century. The bold and vibrant colors of the dresses and period-style clothing evoke the richness and elegance of the time. Beda’s attention to fabric texture allows the viewer to almost feel the weight and flow of the garments through their eyes. The interior architecture depicted in the painting reveals Beda’s mastery in capturing delicate details. The beautifully painted marble column and intricately carved wood chair...
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19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Board, Oil

Stroll Under the Red Umbrella
Located in Zofingen, AG
Against a vivid blue sky with scattered white clouds, two women dressed in flowing black garments command attention. The foreground figure, holding a striking red umbrella, contrasts...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"Walking Among the Backyard" 18th Century Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Jacksonville, FL
"Walking Among the Backyard" is a mesmerizing antique oil painting on canvas that transports viewers to the elegant world of 18th-century Europe. The artwork depicts a European lady ...
Category

19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Scarlett Macaw Parrots and Ferns Watercolor, Large-Scale Horizontal Panorama
Located in Soquel, CA
Scarlett Macaw Parrots and Ferns Watercolor, Large-Scale Horizontal Panorama A substantial horizontal watercolor of four Scarlett Macaw parrot...
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Roses and Bluebirds
Located in Pasadena, CA
Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist UNFRAMED: 24" x 18" FRAMED: 24" x 18" x 1" Artist Statement "This painting portrays a sense of peace, hope, and new beginnings. T...
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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

Portrait_01, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Live model painting :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Yes :: Signed: Yes :: Signature Loc...
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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Watercolor

Little Girls and Their New Friends Genre Scene 19th century Oil Painting on Wood
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very touching scene with two little girls. Two sisters are thrilled to meet their new pets that their parents have bought. The sincerity and immediacy of children's feelings depicted...
Category

Late 19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of Mrs Bury Barry - British Edwardian art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This striking British Edwardian oval portrait oil painting is by noted artist Maurice Greiffenhagen. Painted circa 1901 the sitter is Mrs Bury Barry from a landed gentry family. It is a half length portrait which combines Greiffenhagen's skill as a portraitist and his tendencies towards theatricality and romance, in part effectively conveyed by the dramatic lighting, which highlights the sitter's skin revealed by the low neckline of her dress, and the rose which she holds to her chest and which matches the red of her blushing cheeks. The brushwork, detail and colouring are superb. This is a lovely British Edwardian portrait and an excellent example of Greiffenhagen's work. Signed and inscribed 'MAURICE GREIFFENHAGEN / 2 LONDON RD N.W. / [PORTR]AIT OF MRS BURY BARRY' on the upper stretcher bar, Provenance. With the Art Exhibitions Bureau, London, label verso. Anon. sale, Christie's, London, 23 March 2016, lot 39. and also 14th Juky 1986 James Bourlet - label verso Condition. Oil on canvas, 36 inches by 28 inches and in good condition. Frame. Housed in an ornate gilt oval frame, 46 inches by 38 inches, in good condition. Maurice William Greiffenhagen, RA, British (1862-1931). Greiffenhagen worked as a painter, illustrator and graphic designer and taught at the Glasgow School of Art from 1906 to 1926. His output was widely varied, ranging from stylised graphic work, to more formal, restrained portraits, and to his somewhat fantastical mythical and allegorical scenes. One of his most celebrated works amongst contemporaries was his sensual and atmospheric 1891 painting...
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Early 1900s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

"Giana (Fibonacci Revisited)" (2019) By Fred Wessel, Egg Tempera Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Fred Wessel's "Giana (Fibonacci Revisted)" is a stunning egg tempera painting on gold leaf. Created in 2019, this piece depicts a young woman, looking inquisitively over her shoulder...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Yacht Wanderer (Slave Ship)
Located in Jacksonville, FL
When you gaze upon "Yacht Wanderer (Slave Ship)" by William Gay Yorke, you're not just looking at a maritime painting; you're peering into a fragment of history with profound and com...
Category

1870s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

''Red Chillies” Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Red Chillies
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 ...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Dusk" - Mermaid oil on canvas contemporary realist painting by Anthony Ackrill
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of a mermaid resting on the beach. Her expression gives the composition an ominous air. Is a storm coming? Ackrill excels at toeing the line between surrealism and cl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Alcala, Spain", oil pastel, horizontal, black and white, landscape, cityscape
Located in Oslo, NO
This expressive oil pastel sketch on paper captures the atmospheric essence of Alcalá de Henares, Spain—the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, the legendary author of Don Quixote. Re...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Oil Pastel

Anticipation by Ginny Williams Still Life Northern Cardinal Oil Painting
Located in Atlanta, GA
In Anticipation, acclaimed artist Ginny Williams captures the quiet beauty and powerful symbolism of the Northern Cardinal—a bird often associated with hope, renewal, and spiritual p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Milford Sound Piopiotahi Fjord in New Zealand
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful color photograph of Milford Sound by Andy Currie (England, B-1965). Andy was born in Edinburgh in 1965. After entering into the graphics industry at 16 as an apprentice cam...
Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin

New York City Oil Painting Michael Budden 5th Avenue Winter St Thomas Church
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
5th Avenue Winter, St Thomas Church is an oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden. 5th Avenue is obviously a favorite spot to hit while vis...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil

The Sitting Room at Castle Ward Co Down. Northern Ireland
Located in Zofingen, AG
Living room in an Irish castle in the neo-Gothic style with a soaring ceiling as if striving to heaven. The interior itself is flooded with cold light pen...
Category

Early 2000s Realist Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Beach Day People Boats Birds
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beach Day III oil/panel image 8 x 10 unframed, 14.5 x 16.5 framed is an oil painting on panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showcases a beach full of summ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Realist art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Realist 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 blue, purple, orange, red and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Slim Aarons, Michael Budden, Daniel Pollera, and Su Yu. 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 art, so small editions measuring 0.1 inches across are also available.

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