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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
Winter in Palos (Two)

Winter in Palos (Two)

By Paul Kozal

Located in Phoenix, AZ

sepia toned gelatin silver print framed dimensions are 21.5 x 17.5 inches Paul Kozal has been photographing for over 25 years. His award-winning photographs have been exhibited in n...

Category

1990s Realist Art

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Map of Cambridge, c.1572 engraving by Braun & Hogenberg
Map of Cambridge, c.1572 engraving by Braun & Hogenberg

Map of Cambridge, c.1572 engraving by Braun & Hogenberg

Located in London, GB

To see our other views of Oxford and Cambridge, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find the ...

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16th Century Realist Art

Materials

Engraving

"Meditation" Dutch Woman Sewing Interior Genre Home scene Fruit Flowers on Table
"Meditation" Dutch Woman Sewing Interior Genre Home scene Fruit Flowers on Table

"Meditation" Dutch Woman Sewing Interior Genre Home scene Fruit Flowers on Table

By Bernard De Hoog

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Bernard de Hoog was born in Amsterdam in 1866. He studied under J.F. Hulk and J.C. van Essen at the Quellinus School in Amsterdam. Mainly a genre and portrait painter, he occupies a distinguished place among the masters of Dutch modernism. He was associated with The Hague School, primarily a movement of realism, a reaction against Romanticism. He lived and worked in Laren, Haarlem, Bussum, and The Hague enjoying much commercial success. His paintings were readily exported to the United State, Canada, and England. De Hoog advocated the simple country life and produced many endearing interior scenes inspired by compassion for the impoverished existence of the Dutch peasantry. Set within a quiet domestic interior space, our painting catches a meditative moment of a woman in the midst of her sewing. A large window illuminates this intimate interior. de Hoog’s delicate brushwork captures the sunlight reflected in the woman’s red dress...

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Late 19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mushrooms - realistic painting
Mushrooms - realistic painting

Mushrooms - realistic painting

By Roni Yoffe

Located in New York, NY

This hyperrealistic painting by Roni Yoffe is from her latest body of works. It is oil on wood and comes not framed, but framing options are available. "My paintings in recent years ...

Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Wood, Oil

Station Aerie
Station Aerie

Station Aerie

By William Stout

Located in Pasadena, CA

Provenance Acquired by American Legacy Fine Arts directly from the artist Signed "2013 WM Stout CAC" on lower left. UNFRAMED: 9" x 12" FRAMED: 15.625" x 18.5" x 1.125" Exhibited S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Swedish Monochrome Watercolor King Welcome Scene Signed Frame
19th Century Swedish Monochrome Watercolor King Welcome Scene Signed Frame

19th Century Swedish Monochrome Watercolor King Welcome Scene Signed Frame

Located in Stockholm, SE

This rare original historical monochrome watercolour (grisaille) of the late 19th century, attributed to the renowned Swedish illustrator Theodor Heurlin (1867–1953), constitutes a v...

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Late 19th Century Realist Art

Materials

Wood, Paper, Watercolor, Cardboard

Robert Kenneth White "Red Door" 2018 Oil Painting of Classical Façade and Shadow
Robert Kenneth White "Red Door" 2018 Oil Painting of Classical Façade and Shadow

Robert Kenneth White "Red Door" 2018 Oil Painting of Classical Façade and Shadow

By Robert Kenneth White

Located in Miami, FL

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "RED DOOR" ⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Signed lower right ⚜ Frameless Display ARCHITECTURAL REALISM BY ROBERT KENNETH WHITE In "Red Door," Robert Kenneth White masterfully captures the interplay of sunlight, shadow, and classical architecture, transforming a simple doorway into an evocative study of structure and light. The crimson entry partially concealed in shadow invites viewers to imagine the hidden stories behind its historic façade. Known for his painterly precision and atmospheric realism, White elevates everyday scenes with exceptional technical skill and a keen eye for mood. The composition’s detailed architectural carvings and dramatic lighting showcase his ability to blend photorealism with timeless elegance. WHY COLLECT THIS WORK? ✓ Original oil by Robert Kenneth White, celebrated for architectural, figurative, and landscape works ✓ Captures rich texture, historic detail, and compelling light effects ✓ Ideal for collectors of realism, architectural studies, or European-inspired compositions ✓ Ready for framing or display ARTWORK DETAILS: ▸ Title: "Red Door" ▸ Artist: Robert Kenneth White ▸ Medium: Oil on Canvas ▸ Year of Creation: 2018 ▸ Signature: Hand signed lower right ▸ Country of Origin: United States ▸ Dimensions: — ◼︎ Artwork Size: 30.125 x 22 inches ▸ Condition: Excellent ▸ Framing: Frameless Display – Ready to hang or frame INCLUDED DOCUMENTATION ✓ Certificate of Authenticity ✓ Artist Biography Document THE ARTIST: Robert Kenneth White is an acclaimed American realist known for his atmospheric landscapes, coastal vistas, and architectural studies that merge technical mastery with painterly warmth. Working primarily in oil, White draws inspiration from classical architecture, European cityscapes, and the quiet beauty of everyday structures. His compositions often explore the interaction of light and form, reminiscent of artists like Edward Hopper, John Register...

Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Robert K. White "Wind and Light" Oil on Canvas, Sunlit Portrait with Shadowplay
Robert K. White "Wind and Light" Oil on Canvas, Sunlit Portrait with Shadowplay

Robert K. White "Wind and Light" Oil on Canvas, Sunlit Portrait with Shadowplay

By Robert Kenneth White

Located in Miami, FL

ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "WIND AND LIGHT" Oil on Canvas ⚜ Hand Signed Lower Right ⚜ Frameless Display A SUNLIT PORTRAIT IN MOTION AND STILLNESS Robert Kenneth White’s "Wind and Light...

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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pink Hydrangea
Pink Hydrangea

Pink Hydrangea

Located in Edinburgh, GB

This piece is part of an ongoing series of round canvases dedicated to the "portraits of flowers." Instead of treating florals as simple decorative elements, I approach each canvas a...

Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Leap Fail Leap

Leap Fail Leap

By Robert Flemming & Mizin Shin

Located in Buffalo, NY

An original mixed media Photo Etching, Aquatint and Drypoint Printed on Arches Cover titled Leap Fail Leap, created by the artistic collaboration of Robert Flemming and Mizin Shin. ...

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2010s Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Drypoint, Etching, Aquatint

Approach to the Fortress of Ibrim

Approach to the Fortress of Ibrim

By David Roberts

Located in London, GB

David Roberts RA Approach To The Fortress Of Ibrim 1796 - 1864 First Edition lithographs Full plate: 174 Presented in a acid free mount

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1840s Realist Art

Materials

Laid Paper, Lithograph

Expression. 1987, canvas, oil, 60x80 cm
Expression. 1987, canvas, oil, 60x80 cm

Expression. 1987, canvas, oil, 60x80 cm

By Stanislav Kreics

Located in Riga, LV

Expression. 1987, canvas, oil, 60x80 cm The central focus of the painting is the shoreline where the boats are situated. The calm sea in the painting reflects the aftermath of the ...

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1980s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Mother and Child Native American 1939 Indian Portrait Drawing
Mother and Child Native American 1939 Indian Portrait Drawing

Mother and Child Native American 1939 Indian Portrait Drawing

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Boleslaw Cybis (1895-1957). Mother and Baby, Indian Negro Series, image #15 of 18 unique image that comprise the drawing series. Conte on paper, sheet measures 18 x 23 inches. Si...

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1930s Realist Art

Materials

Paper, Conté

Mud Bug, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Mud Bug, Painting, Oil on Canvas

Mud Bug, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By David Sipko

Located in Yardley, PA

This piece is a Maryland Blue Crab that has been cooked and ready to hang on your wall. This piece will make a great addition to your home or business where you gather with friends ...

Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Mid Day Sun

Mid Day Sun

By Greg Kelsey

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original Bronze Sculpture inscribed with the Artist's signature and edition number. 23/25

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Bronze

Performance II realistic charcoal & ink monotone drawing, woman in striped dress
Performance II realistic charcoal & ink monotone drawing, woman in striped dress

Performance II realistic charcoal & ink monotone drawing, woman in striped dress

By Patsy McArthur

Located in Dallas, TX

"Performance I & II" are thoughtful and dynamic charcoal drawings on paper by Patsy McArthur. They are monotone, black and white, and show a woman wearing a fashionable striped s...

Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Charcoal, Ink, Archival Paper

"Autobiography" Aaron Bohrod, Pun Humor, Cars, Realism, Motoring
"Autobiography" Aaron Bohrod, Pun Humor, Cars, Realism, Motoring

"Autobiography" Aaron Bohrod, Pun Humor, Cars, Realism, Motoring

By Aaron Bohrod

Located in New York, NY

Aaron Bohrod Autobiography, 1991 Signed lower right Oil on gesso board 12 x 16 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 is reflected in the many depictions of Chicago life...

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1990s Realist Art

Materials

Oil, Board

Zhou Yu, "Perfection", 20x14 Purple Iris Still Life Oil Painting
Zhou Yu, "Perfection", 20x14 Purple Iris Still Life Oil Painting

Zhou Yu, "Perfection", 20x14 Purple Iris Still Life Oil Painting

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

This painting is a beautifully composed still life rendered in a realistic, almost classical style. At the center of the composition stands a clear glass vase holding several elegant...

Category

2010s Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Chief
Chief

Chief

By Michelle Kondos

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original oil painting signed by the Artist on lower right corner.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil

High on the Pass
High on the Pass

High on the Pass

By Scott Yeager

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original oil painting signed by the Artist in the lower right corner.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Art

Materials

Oil

Gypsy girl, 1947. Oil on canvas, 34x37 cm
Gypsy girl, 1947. Oil on canvas, 34x37 cm

Gypsy girl, 1947. Oil on canvas, 34x37 cm

By Jadviga Zjilvinska

Located in Riga, LV

Jadviga Žilvinska (1918-2010) was born in Tallinn. She grew up in Liepāja, where her great interest in art began and strengthened, which led the young artist to study at the Art Academy of Latvia. During her studies at the Academy, she studied with K. Ubāns, V. Tone and J. Liepiņš, and defended her diploma thesis under the guidance of L. Liberts. Later on, she devoted her entire life to art, working at the Liepāja School of Fine Arts and as a portraitist at the "Māksla" combine. She had four favourite themes: landscapes, portraits, flowers and sacred painting. Her works have lyricism and inner harmony. In the portraits, we see not only the outer form of a person, but the artist allows us to look into the very essence of a person - it is likely that the models themselves often saw something new and bright in themselves through the artist's vision. The works are executed in various techniques - tempera, oil, pastel and watercolour. CV: 1938 - Graduated from the Liepaja Secondary School of Applied Arts, Department of Decorative Painting. 1943 - Latvian Academy of Art, L. Liberts Figurative Painting Workshop with her diploma work "At the Artist's" 1946-1948 - teacher of painting and drawing at Liepāja Fine Arts High School. 1948-1966 - portraitist at the "Māksla" combine Participated in exhibitions since 1948. Member of the Artists' Union since 1966. Solo exhibitions in Riga, Jelgava, Sigulda (1972); Riga (1975; 1978; two in 1981; 1986; 1994), Jurmala (1979). Works exhibited in Latvia as well as abroad (Poland, Switzerland, Italy, Japan, Finland, Venezuela, Germany, Hungary). The works are located in: "Portrait of Cardinal Julian Vaivoda", 1983, in the Vatican Museum in Rome "Portrait of Pope John Paul II, 1982, in the Roman Catholic Metropolitan Curia of Riga The altarpieces "The Heart of Jesus" and "Our Lady of Fatima", the paintings "John the Baptist" and "The Holy Family" , all from the late 1960s, in the Church of St Mary Magdalene...

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20th Century Realist Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Christ Church Oxford College, William Nicholson lithograph 1905 Stafford Gallery

Christ Church Oxford College, William Nicholson lithograph 1905 Stafford Gallery

By William Nicholson

Located in London, GB

To see our other views of Oxford and Cambridge, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find the view you want. William Nicholson Canterbury Gate, Christ Church, Oxford College Published by Stafford Gallery...

Category

Early 1900s Realist Art

Materials

Lithograph

Rainbow Over Capitola Village, Santa Cruz - Colored Photograph
Rainbow Over Capitola Village, Santa Cruz - Colored Photograph

Rainbow Over Capitola Village, Santa Cruz - Colored Photograph

Located in Soquel, CA

Rainbow Over Capitola Village, Santa Cruz - Colored Photograph Color photograph of a rainbow shining over Capitola Village in Santa Cruz, California by John F. Hunter (American, 20t...

Category

Early 2000s Realist Art

Materials

Ink, Photographic Paper

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.