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Art Subject: Bird
Gaea by Nando Kallweit. Elegant figurative sculpture.
Located in Coltishall, GB
Gaea is an elegant figurative bronze sculpture by Nando Kallweit. Modelled on modern youthful postures but with a nod to the importance of heritage through the stylised Egyptian-inf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Cernay Passage - Drawing by André Gallaud - 1959
Located in Roma, IT
Ink and watercolor on cardboard realized by André Gallaud in 1959. Titled, dated and signed in pencil in top right side. Very good condition.
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1950s Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor

Dufy, Composition, Les Côtes Normandes (after)
Located in Fairfield, CT
Medium: Lithograph on grand vélin d'Arches spécial paper Year: 1961 Paper Size: 14.8 x 11 inches Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued Notes: From the folio, Les Côtes Norm...
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1960s Modern Landscape Prints

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Lithograph

''Contemplation'', Contemporary Bronze Sculpture Portrait of a Buzzard on Branch
Located in Utrecht, NL
After studying Fine Art in the Netherlands Ans Zondag (1959) spent several years abroad in order to explore different artistic areas and to establish which technique suited her best....
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Skyward Harmony, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A flock of mallard ducks soars gracefully through the sky against an ethereal background of vibrant blues, greens, and yellows. Artist Alana Clumeck employed ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese Contemporary Art by Jia Yuan-Hua - Trip to Germany
Located in Paris, IDF
In 2016, we visited Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany. The beautiful castle left us with very good memories, so we have this work.This work is dra...
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Malaga Street Scene, 19th Century
Located in Blackwater, GB
Malaga Street Scene, 19th Century REUBEN LE GRANDE JOHNSTON (1850-1918) Large 19th century Malaga street scene with a donkey in a courtyard, oil on canvas. Good quality and conditi...
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19th Century Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Two Hunting Dogs in a Field- Realistic Mid-Century Wildlife Painting, 1953
Located in Marco Island, FL
Signature: Signed Lower Left Medium: Oil on Board Frame: Gilt Frame with Decorative Elements and Linen Inset Brightly colored and bold illustration of an American hunting scene...
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1950s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

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 Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hilaire Bals (b.1940) - Belgium School Oil, Cockerel & Hens in a Landscape
Located in Corsham, GB
Poultry scene in oil. Well presented in a gilt-effect frame with swept rails and elaborate floral and acanthus moldings. Signed in the lower right. On panel.
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21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th-century celestial - Hydra Crater Corvus Sextans Virgo
Located in London, GB
18th-century celestial FLAMSTEED, John. Hydra Crater Corvus Sextans Virgo London, C. Nourse, 1753. A fine star chart from the Atlas Coelestis, the largest and most accurate star a...
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1750s Naturalistic Figurative Prints

Materials

Watercolor, Engraving

The Bird - Woodcut print - early 20th century
Located in Roma, IT
The bird is a woodcut print realized by an unknown artist in the early 20th Century. Very Good conditions. the artwork is depicted through confident strokes.
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Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Sweet Swede - Lithograph by Vincenzo Tenore - 1870s
Located in Roma, IT
Lithograph hand watercolored. Belongs to the Series "Atlante di Botanica popolare ossia Illustrazione di Piante Notevoli di ogni famiglia" (Atlas of popular botany or illustration o...
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1870s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Large Still Life Antique Game and vegetables rustic kitchen oil painting
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Large Antique Hunting Painting still life of game laid out on a kitchen table. This is a really old painting, most likely from the early 180...
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Early 19th Century French School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Surely I Will Fly - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Women, Bird, Oil
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
“Surely I Will Fly” is a vibrant and hopeful expression of the human spirit's innate desire for freedom and transcendence. This painting represents the moment when we spread our wing...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'A Moment rest' Photorealist painting of a Kingfisher in the wild, blue, orange
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'A Moments Rest' by Ben Waddams is a Contemporary Realist Wildlife oil painting of a Kingfisher perched on a branch. With such incredible detail you can almost feel feathers and exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

1949 Original poster for the peace exhibition of Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1949 original poster by Pablo Picasso, created for the Exposition de la Paix (Peace Exhibition), is a masterful and poignant symbol of hope and unity in the aftermath of World Wa...
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1940s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Linen, Lithograph

Surrealist composition
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: collotype (after the Miro lithograph). Printed in 1947 in an edition of 1500 by Meriden Gravure and published by Curt Valentin for "The Prints of Joan Miro" portfolio. Size: ...
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1940s Surrealist Prints and Multiples

Materials

Photogravure

Lake House, long exposure photograph, limited edition waterscape, landscape
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Black and White Fine Art waterscape long exposure photography - Boat house in fog at the beautiful Almsee, Austria. Archival pigment ink print, edition of 9. Signed, titled, dated an...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

STILL LIFE WITH FLOWER FRUIT AND BIRDS - Oil on canvas Italy Alfredo Mayeux
Located in Napoli, IT
Oil painting on canvas - Composition of flowers in a metal vase with fruit, and landscape in the background - Alfredo Mayeux; early XX century.
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Mid-20th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Flamingo Trailer, Bisbee, Arizona
Located in Cambridge, GB
Richard Heeps’ seductive, highly saturated colours and sophisticated pictorial structures demonstrate a true love and empathy for his subject matter – be it cool, descriptive interio...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Silver Gelatin

"Blue Jay" Original Oil Painting by Susan McDonnell, Avian Art
Located in Denver, CO
Susan McDonnell's "Blue Jay," created in 2021, is a masterful oil on panel that captures the vibrant essence and lively demeanor of its avian subject. Measuri...
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2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Magritte, Composition, Poèmes 1923-1958, Dix dessins de René Magritte (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Lithograph on vélin du Marais paper. Paper Size: 11 x 8.25 inches. Inscription: Signed in the plate and unnumbered, as issued. Notes: From the volume, Poèmes 1923-1958. Dix dessins d...
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1950s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Love All by Devan Sweeney, Oil on Canvas Tennis Themed Contemporary Painting
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Love All" by Devan Sweeney – Playful Tennis-Inspired Art, 24" x 18", Acrylic on Canvas Game. Set. Art. Love All by Devan Sweeney brings a cheeky, stylish twist to the court. Featur...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Study Of Farm Birds, 17th Century
By Melchior d'Hondecoeter
Located in Blackwater, GB
Study Of Farm Birds, 17th Century attributed to Melchior DE HONDECOETER (1636-1695) Huge 17th century Dutch Old Master still life of various farm bir...
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17th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Stargazer Still Life - Clear Vase
Located in Dallas, TX
In lushly-colored paintings, Mark Messersmith creates dense narratives packed with animals, birds, plants, and insects that express his concern for the shrinking world they inhabit. ...
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2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Black-headed Pitta Birds: A 19th C. Hand-colored Lithograph by John Gould
Located in Alamo, CA
This is a hand-colored folio-sized lithograph entitled "Pitta Atricapilla (Black-headed Pitta) by John Gould, which is plate 19 from his monograph "The Birds of Asia", published in L...
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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Bejeweled
Located in Pasadena, CA
Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist UNFRAMED 12" x 9" x .5" FRAMED 12" x 9" x .5" Artist Statement "Which is bejeweled, the blue pearl and gold laced vase, the hummin...
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2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

George Edwards : A Set of Twelve 18th Century Etchings of Hummingbirds
Located in Richmond, GB
George Edwards: ""A History of Uncommon Birds"", 1749-1761. A prominent English naturalist and ornithologist, George Edwards (1694 -1773) is best known for his work, ""A Natural His...
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18th Century Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor, Etching

A Falkland Island Quail: An 18th Century Hand-colored Engraving by Martinet
Located in Alamo, CA
This is a hand-colored engraving of a Falkland Island Quail ("Caille des Isles Malouines") by Francois Nicolas Martinet, plate 222 from 'Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux' in associatio...
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1760s Naturalistic Animal Prints

Materials

Engraving

Orange Splash Lolli - Bird and Candy Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
JJ Galloway is an internationally collected artist known for her whimsical paintings and sculptures that combine people, animals, and food. Using oils, watercolors, and mixed media, ...
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2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats and Lighthouse in a Calm Harbour
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats and Lighthouse in a Calm Harbour By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 7.25 x 9.5 inches (height x ...
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20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Sea Cliff" Mid Century Modern Coastal Cliff Seascape in Acrylic on Masonite
Located in Soquel, CA
"Sea Cliff" Mid Century Modern Coastal Cliff Seascape in Acrylic on Masonite Expansive seascape by notable California artist Farren Jensen (American, 19...
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1970s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Acrylic

The French Rooster
Located in London, GB
'The French Rooster', gouache on art paper, by Raymond Debiève (circa 1960s). A Mid-Century modern depiction of the French coq, or rooster. The origin o...
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1960s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Paper, Gouache

"Raven Aloft Over Foggy Barbed Wire" Original oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Brian Mashburn's painting "Raven Aloft Over Foggy Barbed Wire" crafted in 2023, is an original oil painting that depicts the close up views of a raven flying amongst misty mountains ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Picasso, Composition (Bloch 1276; Czwiklitzer 23), Toros y Toreros (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Lithograph on Arches wove paper. Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good condition. Notes: From the volume, Pablo Picasso, Toros y Toreros, 1961. Published by aux Éditions Cercle d'...
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1960s Modern Landscape Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Chagall, Tribe of Dan, Vitraux pour Jérusalem (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Lithograph on vélin paper. Inscription: Unsigned and unnumbered, as issued. Good condition. Notes: From the album, Chagall, Vitraux pour Jérusalem. Published by Musée des Arts Décora...
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1960s Expressionist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Melancholic Muses II
Located in London, GB
'Melancholic Muses II', one of a poignant set of six signed artist proof lithographs by the celebrated Spanish artist from Barcelona, Vicenç Caraltó (circa 1960s). This collection of...
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1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Leta and the Hill Myna
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"Leta and the Hill Myna" is a painting by American Pop artist Mel Ramos. The work is signed verso "Mel Ramos". Mel Ramos is a California based Pop artist best known for his paintings of superheroes and female nudes, including Marilyn Monroe and Scarlet Johansson, with pop culture imagery. Many of his subjects emerge from Chiquita bananas...
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Mid-20th Century Pop Art Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

'The Farmyard' Contemporary painting of chickens, cockerel in a farm setting
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'The Farmyard' is a beautiful example of Calabuig's work capturing the stunning farmyard scene of chicken and cockerel. The beautiful colour palette and attention to detail is what m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Raven nr. 56" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Thorgrimur Einarsson's "Raven nr. 56" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a raven flying through the air. About the Artist: Thorgrimur is an Icelandic artist...
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2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Animal oil painting of a cockerel, chickens & chicks
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Edgar Hunt British, (1876-1953) Cockerel, Chickens & Chicks Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1933 Image size: 7.75 inches x 13.75 inches Size including frame: 14.5 inches x 20.5 inches...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Zhuo Ii Animal Original Oil On Canvas "Bird - Movement"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Bird - Movement Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 19 x 20 inches Frame: Framing options available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Note: This pai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Chinstrap Penguins, Deception Island, Antarctica, 2005 - Sebastião Salgado
Located in London, GB
Chinstrap Penguins, Deception Island, Antarctica, 2005 - Sebastião Salgado Stamped with photographer’s copyright blind stamp Signed, inscribed on re...
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Early 2000s Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Meditation - 50
Located in Napa, CA
Born in Colorado and raised in Nebraska, Sandy Graves first forayed into the art world by presenting work as a child and 4-H member at local county fairs. As she continued her educat...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Naturalistic Dutch painting - Late 19th century landscape painting - Windmill
Located in Varmo, IT
Dutch painter (late 19th century) - Landscape with windmill. 30 x 40 cm without frame, 42 x 52 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on panel, in gilded wooden frame (not signed). C...
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Late 19th Century Naturalistic Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mychael Barratt, London Bestiary, Animal Art, Illustrated Cityscape, Happy Art
Located in Deddington, GB
London Bestiary by Mychael Barratt Limited Edition Etching: Edition of 100 Image Size: H 66m x W 99.7cm Complete size of Sheet: H 76.9cm x W 112.1cm x D 0.1cm Signed and titled Sold ...
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Screen

A Moment of Solitude, Amer Fort, Amer
Located in New York, NY
Listing includes framing with UV plexi ($1,000 value), free shipping for the continental US and EU/UK, and a 14 day return policy. Also available for local pick up at our New York City gallery. A Moment of Solitude... (2019) by Karen Knorr Archival pigment print Image Size: 24 x 30 inches Framed Size: 27 x 33 x 2 inches Edition 1 of 5 Signed on artist certificate and adhesive label Karen Knorr Artist Biography - While Knorr’s images take some of their inspiration from the Indian tradition of personifying animals in literature and art, there is another almost subconscious strain to her work. Going back to the time of cave painting we see that these early visual artists not only recorded their lives and surroundings, but used art to express themselves. The depiction of animals in symbolic and powerful ways and the urge to create these images with the best tools at hand is a line stretching from these unnamed cave painters to Karen Knorr. Playfully combining technologies and genres, Knorr mixes digital...
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2010s Color Photography

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Photographic Paper, Color, Archival Pigment

Seaside Hand Made Paper Mache Art "The Archway"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6028 Seaside acrylic landscape The Archway on hand made paper Mache with birds flying overhead Framed Signed Wess Image 10.5x13.5"
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1980s Landscape Paintings

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Acrylic, Papier Mâché

British Impressionist Watercolor of Riverside Cottage with Ducks
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: British Impressionist Watercolor of Riverside Cottage with Ducks By Anthony Avery (British 1946-2023) Original watercolor on artists paper, unframed Dimensions: 15 x 11.25 inc...
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Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Watercolor

Vintage Downtown Los Gatos, California Street Scene
Located in Soquel, CA
Charming vintage oil painting of the iconic La Canada Building on the corner of North Santa Cruz Ave and W. Main Street in downtown Los Gatos, California by ...
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1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Pride : Two Women with Rainbow Scarf - Lithograph and watercolor stencil
Located in Paris, IDF
Le Corbusier (1887-1965) Pride : Two Women with Rainbow Scarf , 1938 Lithograph and watercolor stencil On light vellum 21 x 27 cm (c. 8 x 11 inch) Very good condition
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1930s Cubist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Bird on Branch contemporary landscape
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This small-scale painting presents a familiar joy, that of a little bird that is one of many daily garden guests. The tiny bird perches on the crisscrossing stems of a bright pink fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

Georgian Contemporary Art by Tengiz Cholokava - Roosters
Located in Paris, IDF
Acrylic on cardboard Tengiz Cholokava is a Georgian artist born in 1985 who lives and works in Tbilisi, Georgia. He is graduated from Fine Arts School of Iakob Nikoladze in Tbilisi,...
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2010s Figurative Paintings

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Acrylic, Cardboard

Breathed cold, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Boris Serdyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on Canvas Style: Impressionism Year: 2020 Title: Breathed cold Size: 16.5" x 23.5" x ...
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2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Expansive Landscape with Mountains and Open Fields Vibrant Watercolor Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Expansive Landscape by Édouard Righetti (1924-2001) Gouache painting on artist paper, beautifully painted. very good condition size: 15 x inches x 25.5 inches, unframed provenance:...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Gouache

The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele
Located in New Orleans, LA
Marinus van Reymerswaele c.1490 – c.1546 Dutch The Tax Collectors 16th century Oil on wood panel Marinus van Reymerswaele stands among the greatest and most beloved artists of 16th-century Antwerp. Entitled The Tax Collectors, this oil on board original exudes the technical skill and life-like vibrancy for which the artist is renowned. In a quiet interior scene, two men sit at a green table covered in coins, jewels, and empty moneybags. While the man in the red turban...
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16th Century Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Study of the Head of a Moorhen
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Watercolour on paper Paper size: 4 x 5 inches Framed size: 19 x 19.75 inches PROVENANCE A gift from Joseph Mallord William Turner to Miss Amelia Hawksworth (later Mrs Hotham), niece of Walter Fawkes. The watercolour descended through the ownership of Amelia Hawksworth, daughter of Francis Fawkes ( Walter Fawkes's brother) who was the main compiler of the Ornithological Collection (Miss Hawksworth owned five other bird studies by Turner). Private collection, London LITERATURE: For similar works by J M W Turner see Anne Lyles, The Tate catalogue for the exhibition 'Turner and Natural History, The Farnley Project', 1988. The present watercolour was drawn circa 1815-1820 for Walter Fawkes of Farnley Hall, for his Ornithological Collection Volume IV. Between 1808 and 1824, Turner visited Farnley Hall in Yorkshire to stay with the Fawkes family. Turner felt at home at Farnley - the Fawkes daughters reminded him of his own. He helped illustrate a five volume ornithological scrap book for the Fawkes children, making watercolour studies of the birds for the children to stick in opposite the pages on which feathers from similar birds were attached. His bird portraits were most effective, most "life-like", when in fact the bird was dead ! His watercolours of a live robin and goldfinch have a more hesitant touch. At this time Turner enjoyed the patronage first of Edward Lascelles, the heir to Harewood, and after 1808, of the radical landlord Walter Fawkes of Farnley Hall, near Otley. He became a close friend of the Fawkes family with whom he stayed for most summers until 1824. The last owner of Old Farnley Hall was Francis Fawkes, a rich widower with no direct heirs. When Francis Fawkes died in 1786 he left the house to Walter Beaumont Hawksworth of Hawksworth Hall, on condition that Hawksworth adopt the Fawkes name by Royal Licence. Walter Fawkes brought in architect John Carr of York to make extensions to the house, but he died before the work was completed, and Farnley Hall was passed on to his son, also called Walter who also took the Fawkes name and was known as Walter Ramsden Fawkes. It was this Walter who was a great friend of J M W Turner. Anne Lyles has confirmed the attribution and writes: "Everything fits in relation to the style of the watercolour and most especially the provenance - in the Turner and Natural History exhibition catalogue of 1988 we know that Amelia Hawksworth (Mrs Hotham) owned three studies of birds' heads by J M W Turner (previously with the Maas Gallery, and numbers 36, 37 and 61 in that catalogue) as well as two studies of dead game by the artist (catalogue numbers 59 and 63, the latter untraced in 1988). Interestingly, catalogue numbers 36 and 37 (the Merganser and the Smew) seem also originally to have been intended for Volume IV of the Ornithological Collection - it is likely that the "Study of the Head of a Moorhen...
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19th Century Animal Paintings

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Paper, Watercolor

Original Holy Land Fly TWA Jets vintage travel poster 1960s Noah' Ark
Located in Spokane, WA
Original Holy Land TWA vintage travel poster. Artist David Klein. Size 25" x 40.5". Archival linen-backed authentic vintage TWA travel poster...
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1960s American Modern Animal Prints

Materials

Offset

Klimt, Bauerngarten mit Hühnern, Gustav Klimt, Eine Nachlese (after)
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
Héliogravure, collotype, metallic inks on vélin paper. Paper Size: 18.86 x 17.91 inches; image size: 11.69 x 11.81 inches. Inscription: Signed in the plate and unnumbered, as issued....
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1930s Symbolist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

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