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Portrait of a Young Woman with Roses in the manner of Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Portrait of a Young Woman with Roses in the manner of Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Portrait of a Young Woman with Roses in the manner of Jean-Baptiste Greuze

By (Circle of) Jean Baptiste Greuze

Located in GOUVIEUX, FR

Admitted to the Royal Academy in 1755, he achieved considerable fame through his moralizing genre scenes and his portraits of young women imbued with grace and emotion.

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Mid-19th Century French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Oil

Portrait of a Nobleman in Armour, 17th Century Oil Painting

Portrait of a Nobleman in Armour, 17th Century Oil Painting

By Anthony van Dyck

Located in London, GB

In terms of composition, this picture is clearly directly inspired by the head and shoulder portraits by Van Dyck. However, the identity of the subject painted here has been lost ove...

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17th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Akos Biro French Expressionist Oil, Portrait of Woman
Akos Biro French Expressionist Oil, Portrait of Woman

Akos Biro French Expressionist Oil, Portrait of Woman

By Akos Biro

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

"Portrait of a Woman" by Akos Biro (Hungarian 1911-2002) Oil painting on card, unframed Painting: 15.75 x 13.75 inches Provenance: the artists estate, France Original oil painting...

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Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Equestrian portrait of Carl Costa de Beauregard
Equestrian portrait of Carl Costa de Beauregard

Equestrian portrait of Carl Costa de Beauregard

Located in BELEYMAS, FR

Robert GIGNOUX (Paris, 1872 - 1906) Equestrian Portrait of Carl Costa de Beauregard Oil on canvas H. 65 cm; W. 54 cm Signed and dated lower right 1904 A student of the painters Fern...

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Early 1900s French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait Of Emperor Nicholas I Of Russia (1796-1855) On Horseback, 19th Century
Portrait Of Emperor Nicholas I Of Russia (1796-1855) On Horseback, 19th Century

Portrait Of Emperor Nicholas I Of Russia (1796-1855) On Horseback, 19th Century

Located in Liphook, GB

Portrait Of Emperor Nicholas I Of Russia (1796-1855) On Horseback, 19th Century circle of Heinrich Muller (1781-1851) Large 19th Century portrait of Nicholas I, Emperor of Russia o...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Girl “Iiris”
Portrait of a Girl “Iiris”

Portrait of a Girl “Iiris”

By Julia Ruf

Located in Zofingen, AG

The painting embodies a deep connection between humanity and nature. The woman seems to personify the iris, highlighting that humans are part of nature and that the beauty of the nat...

Category

2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a woman. Flora
Portrait of a woman. Flora

Portrait of a woman. Flora

By Julia Ruf

Located in Zofingen, AG

The painting “Flora” depicts a young woman in a serene and contemplative state with her eyes closed, symbolizing inner peace and connection with nature. Inspired by the Roman goddess...

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2010s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Autographed Portrait of Magda Schneider - Vintage b/w Postcard - 1950s
Autographed Portrait of Magda Schneider - Vintage b/w Postcard - 1950s

Autographed Portrait of Magda Schneider - Vintage b/w Postcard - 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Magda Schneider's Memorabilia is a b/w postcard reproducing the photographic portrait of the German actress and singer and mother of the actress Romy Schneider, Magdalene Schneider (...

Category

1960s Modern Portrait Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Paper

Portrait of Roby - Etching, Black printed edition (Bloch #680)
Portrait of Roby - Etching, Black printed edition (Bloch #680)

Portrait of Roby - Etching, Black printed edition (Bloch #680)

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Paris, IDF

Pablo PICASSO (after) Portrait of Roby, c. 1950 Restrike etching Printed signature in the plate On Japan paper 33 x 25 cm (c. 13 x 10 in) REFERENCE : Catalog raisonne Bloch #680 Fr...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Etching

Early 19th-Century Portrait of a Handsome Young American
Early 19th-Century Portrait of a Handsome Young American

Early 19th-Century Portrait of a Handsome Young American

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is an original portrait of a dapper yet dignified young gentleman, perfectly confident in both his direct gaze at the viewer and the elegance of his attire.

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Early 19th Century Folk Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Seated Woman
Portrait of a Seated Woman

Portrait of a Seated Woman

By Joseph Solman

Located in Wiscasett, ME

Oil on canvas, signed with initials center left. Measures 32" x 23.5" including the frame. Provenance: ACA Galleries, NYC Bradbury Art and Antiques, Wiscasset, Maine Brought to...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

French School, Portrait of a Young Lady, Actress, Louis XIV sculpted frame, 1700
French School, Portrait of a Young Lady, Actress, Louis XIV sculpted frame, 1700

French School, Portrait of a Young Lady, Actress, Louis XIV sculpted frame, 1700

Located in Greven, DE

French School, Portrait of a Young Lady, perhaps an actress Oval Louis XIV sculpted and gilded frame French Art, Roccoco Art The oval portrait of a young woman measures 61 by 50,5 c...

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18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Patricia, Portrait of a Girl
Patricia, Portrait of a Girl

Patricia, Portrait of a Girl

By Martha Moore

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

Martha Elizabeth Moore (American, 1913-1982) Signed: Martha Moore (Lower, Left) " Patricia ",c. 1940 (Titled on Stretcher Verso) Oil on Canvas 30 1/8" x 24" Housed in a Period ...

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Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Circle of Myles Birket Foster, Portrait of a red haired girl
Circle of Myles Birket Foster, Portrait of a red haired girl

Circle of Myles Birket Foster, Portrait of a red haired girl

By Myles Birket Foster

Located in Harkstead, GB

This exceptional quality watercolour depicts a snapshot of innocence and childhood with this delightful portrait of a red-haired young girl. Presented in a fine quality, hand carved ...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Paper

Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price

Portrait of Lady Caroline Price

By George Romney

Located in Miami, FL

The grand hat reminds us of the Sir Joshua Reynolds grand portraits . Romney's renown as a portraitist of socially-elite individuals is well documented by his sitter books, which su...

Category

1970s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Portrait of a Lady - Large South Eastern European Oil on Canvas Painting
Portrait of a Lady - Large South Eastern European Oil on Canvas Painting

Portrait of a Lady - Large South Eastern European Oil on Canvas Painting

Located in Sevenoaks, GB

Artist: Southeastern European School, 20th century Title: Portrait of a Lady Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 30.5 x 26.5 inches (77.5 x 67.5 cm) including the frame

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1960s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Woman in Traditional Dress and Lace Bonnet
Portrait of a Woman in Traditional Dress and Lace Bonnet

Portrait of a Woman in Traditional Dress and Lace Bonnet

Located in Genève, GE

Portraits of this type are increasingly appreciated by collectors of European folk art, traditional costume studies, and nineteenth-century portraiture. 19th century portrait, portr...

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19th Century Academic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled: Portrait of a Woman
Untitled: Portrait of a Woman

Untitled: Portrait of a Woman

By Pier Canosa

Located in New York, NY

Pier Canosa (Italian, b. 1940), "Untitled: Portrait of a Woman", Abstract Figurative/ Portrait Charcoal Drawing Signed and Dated on Paper, 24.50 x 18.50, Late 20th Century, 1969 Col...

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1960s Abstract Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal

Portrait of Fulanito de Tal

Portrait of Fulanito de Tal

By Alfredo Sosabravo

Located in Miami, FL

Alfredo Sosabravo was born in Sagua La Grande, Cuba, on October 25, 1930. He studied art at the Annex School of San Alejandro Fine Arts Academy, but is considered a self-taught artis...

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Early 2000s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Child, Surrealist Lithograph by Leonor Fini
Portrait of a Child, Surrealist Lithograph by Leonor Fini

Portrait of a Child, Surrealist Lithograph by Leonor Fini

By Leonor Fini

Located in Long Island City, NY

Portrait of a Child Leonor Fini, Argentine/French (1918–1996) Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition of 200 Image Size: 16.5 x 12 inches Size: 24.5 x 19 in. (62.23 x 48.26...

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Late 20th Century Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Portrait of a priest during his sermon
Portrait of a priest during his sermon

Portrait of a priest during his sermon

Located in BELEYMAS, FR

Claude François Henry PETIT de VILLENEUVE (Paris 1764 – Paris 1820) Portrait of a Priest During His Sermon Oil on canvas H. 83 cm; W. 68 cm Signed bottom center, dated 1808 Exhibiti...

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Early 1800s French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait Of Franz von Sickingen Knight Of The Holy Roman Empire (1481-1523)
Portrait Of Franz von Sickingen Knight Of The Holy Roman Empire (1481-1523)

Portrait Of Franz von Sickingen Knight Of The Holy Roman Empire (1481-1523)

Located in Liphook, GB

Portrait Of Franz von Sickingen Knight Of The Holy Roman Empire (1481-1523) Italian School Large 16th/17th Century Italian Old Master portrait of Franz von Sickingen, Knight Of The...

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17th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady - English Art Deco Impressionist Antique Oil Sketch Painting
Portrait of a Lady - English Art Deco Impressionist Antique Oil Sketch Painting

Portrait of a Lady - English Art Deco Impressionist Antique Oil Sketch Painting

Located in Sevenoaks, GB

* No US duty or taxes to pay on this item * A beautiful 1930's English Art Deco oil on canvas portrait of a young lady wearing an evening dress and a stunning pair of earrings.

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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait Of Actor Anthony Leigh As Father Dominic from Drydens The Spanish Fryar
Portrait Of Actor Anthony Leigh As Father Dominic from Drydens The Spanish Fryar

Portrait Of Actor Anthony Leigh As Father Dominic from Drydens The Spanish Fryar

By Kneller Godfrey

Located in Liphook, GB

Portrait Of Actor Anthony Leigh As Father Dominic from John Dryden's "The Spanish Fryar", 17th Century Sir GODFREY KNELLER (1646-1723) Large 17th Century portrait of Actor Anthony ...

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17th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of John Manners later 7th Duke of Rutland
Portrait of John Manners later 7th Duke of Rutland

Portrait of John Manners later 7th Duke of Rutland

By Margaret Sarah Carpenter

Located in Douglas, Isle of Man

Margaret Sarah Carpenter 1793-1872, was an English portrait painter. She was one of the foremost portrait painters in the 19th Century, she exhibited at the Royal Academy, British In...

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1830s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Portraits of Androids, Double Sophia
Portraits of Androids, Double Sophia

Portraits of Androids, Double Sophia

By Lee Wells

Located in New York, NY

Lee Wells Double Sophia, 2018 Hand embellished monoprint on canvas with projection mapped video 125 x 150 cm Contact for video link. Currently on view as part of Sentient Electroics...

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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Video, Acrylic, Graphite, Monoprint

Portrait Of A Lady, Frances Bard (1646-1702) Mistress of The Duke Of Cumberland
Portrait Of A Lady, Frances Bard (1646-1702) Mistress of The Duke Of Cumberland

Portrait Of A Lady, Frances Bard (1646-1702) Mistress of The Duke Of Cumberland

By Anthony van Dyck

Located in Liphook, GB

Portrait Of A Lady, Frances Bard (1646-1702) Mistress of Prince Rupert von de Pfalz, Duke of Cumberland (1619-1882) follower of Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641) Huge 17th Century Engli...

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Late 17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1830's British Oil Painting Large Portrait of a Distinguished Gentleman
1830's British Oil Painting Large Portrait of a Distinguished Gentleman

1830's British Oil Painting Large Portrait of a Distinguished Gentleman

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Portrait of an English Gentleman English School, circa 1830's period oil on canvas, unframed Canvas: 30 x 24.5 inches Provenance: Private collection, UK Condition: relined canvas, ov...

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Early 19th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Portrait Of A Boy & French Spaniel, circa 1800 JEAN-BAPTISTE GREUZE (1725–1805)
Portrait Of A Boy & French Spaniel, circa 1800 JEAN-BAPTISTE GREUZE (1725–1805)

Portrait Of A Boy & French Spaniel, circa 1800 JEAN-BAPTISTE GREUZE (1725–1805)

By Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Located in Liphook, GB

Portrait Of A Boy & French Spaniel, circa 1800 JEAN-BAPTISTE GREUZE (1725–1805) Large 18th century portrait of a young boy & French Spaniel, oil on canvas after Jean-Bapti...

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18th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Autographed Portrait of young Charlton Heston - Vintage b/w Postcard - 1950s
Autographed Portrait of young Charlton Heston - Vintage b/w Postcard - 1950s

Autographed Portrait of young Charlton Heston - Vintage b/w Postcard - 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Autographed Portrait of young Charlton Heston is a b/w postcard reproducing the photographic portrait of the famous American actor, Charlton Heston (Wilmette 1923 – Beverly Hills, 20...

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1950s Portrait Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Paper

Portrait of Carl Orff - 1950s
Portrait of Carl Orff - 1950s

Portrait of Carl Orff - 1950s

By Felicitas Timpe

Located in Roma, IT

A B/W Wonderful Photo of C. Orff, by Felicitas Timpe, as the mark shows in back. The famous Bavarian Composer of "Carmina Burana" and "Catulla Carmina” is photographed smoking a pipe...

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1950s Portrait Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Portraits of Androids, Double Sophia
Portraits of Androids, Double Sophia

Portraits of Androids, Double Sophia

By Lee Wells

Located in New York, NY

Lee Wells Double Sophia, 2018 Hand embellished monoprint on canvas with projection mapped video 125 x 150 cm Contact for video link. Currently on view as part of Sentient Electroics...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Video, Acrylic, Graphite, Monoprint

Big portrait of a nobleman, circle of Velazquez, 17th Century
Big portrait of a nobleman, circle of Velazquez, 17th Century

Big portrait of a nobleman, circle of Velazquez, 17th Century

Located in New York, NY

Private Collection, London, from which it was sold by Spink & Son in 1993 as Diego Velázquez (together with a woman’s portrait) under the title “An exceptionally fine quality pai...

Category

17th Century Baroque Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Seated Woman
Portrait of a Seated Woman

Portrait of a Seated Woman

By Arthur Beecher Carles

Located in Miami, FL

Charming portait with Modernest colors. Provenance: Christie's Mercedes Matter, daughter of the artist, Salander-O'Reilly Galleries, New York. Private Collection. Sale: Skinner, Inc...

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1910s American Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Woman, Modern Lithograph by Aubrey Schwartz
Portrait of a Woman, Modern Lithograph by Aubrey Schwartz

Portrait of a Woman, Modern Lithograph by Aubrey Schwartz

By Aubrey Schwartz

Located in Long Island City, NY

Aubrey Schwartz, American (1928 - 2019) - Portrait of a Woman, Medium: Lithograph on Basingwerk, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 11/20, Image Size: 6 x 4 .5 inches, Size: ...

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1960s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Portrait of a Woman, Surrealist Lithograph by Aubrey Schwartz
Portrait of a Woman, Surrealist Lithograph by Aubrey Schwartz

Portrait of a Woman, Surrealist Lithograph by Aubrey Schwartz

By Aubrey Schwartz

Located in Long Island City, NY

Aubrey Schwartz, American (1928 - 2019) - Portrait of a Woman, Year: circa 1965, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: AP, Image Size: 20 x 13 inches, Size: 3...

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1960s Surrealist Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Autographed Portrait of John Huston - Vintage Postcard - 1960s
Autographed Portrait of John Huston - Vintage Postcard - 1960s

Autographed Portrait of John Huston - Vintage Postcard - 1960s

Located in Roma, IT

Autographed porta of John Huston is a colored postcard reproducing the photographic portrait of the American director, John Huston (1906-1987).

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1950s Portrait Photography

Materials

Paper

Portrait of Jay and Kitten

Portrait of Jay and Kitten

By Jack Mitchell

Located in New York, NY

Gelatin silver print Stamped, verso This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City.

Category

1970s Other Art Style Portrait Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Mid Century French Impressionist Signed Oil Portrait of Man with Moustache
Mid Century French Impressionist Signed Oil Portrait of Man with Moustache

Mid Century French Impressionist Signed Oil Portrait of Man with Moustache

By Suzanne Dinkes

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Suzanne Dinkés (French, 1895 - 1984) signed Title: portrait of a man with a moustache Medium: oil on board, unframed Size : 10 x 7 inches Provenance: private coll...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Autographed Portrait of Agnes Fink - Original b/w Postcard Portrait - 1950s
Autographed Portrait of Agnes Fink - Original b/w Postcard Portrait - 1950s

Autographed Portrait of Agnes Fink - Original b/w Postcard Portrait - 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Agnes Fink's Memorabilia is a b/w photographic portrait of the German actress, with the additional value of her black ink autograph on the lower margin.

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1950s Modern Portrait Photography

Materials

Paper, Photographic Paper

"Portrait of Dr. Monroe Mufson"
"Portrait of Dr. Monroe Mufson"

"Portrait of Dr. Monroe Mufson"

By Joseph Biel

Located in Southampton, NY

Unsigned ; attributed to Joseph Biel Good friend of Dr. Mufson View is from New York University School of Medicine. Overall size with original frame 25.5 x 21 in.

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Late 19th-century Portrait of a Young Woman
Late 19th-century Portrait of a Young Woman

Late 19th-century Portrait of a Young Woman

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork is an original late 19th-century oil portrait depicting a woman in formal period attire.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A classical portrait is a work of art that depicts a person and attempts to show them in a natural way that captures how they really look. They differ from more modern portraits which often seek to show the person's emotional state and use various levels of abstraction to distort the subject's appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of portrait paintings.
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    A pet portrait is a painting of one’s pet. These portraits make for great keepsakes. Find a wide variety of animal paintings, including horse paintings, on 1stDibs.
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    Portrait art is the representation of a particular person or persons.

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    Miniature portraits are made with a mix of powdered glass, metal oxides and oil which makes a paste. This paste is painted color by color onto a base. Each color layer is fired in a kiln, one at a time. You’ll find a variety of miniature portraits from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A portrait cut diamond is an Indian originated diamond cut, also known as the lasque. In this design, the diamond is artistically cut in the form of a slab of numerous shapes. They have an intricately polished upper & lower surface, which add to the overall aesthetic of the ring. Shop vintage & unique portrait cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
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    Small portraits are called limnings. Popular in the 16th and 17th centuries, limnings would be created with watercolors on prepared card, vellum, ivory or copper. The portraits were a great way to keep your loved one close, even when separated by distance. You’ll find a variety of limnings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A symbolic self portrait is an art that explores self-portraiture through the depiction of various objects that represent us. These objects are subjects of our own self concept, as they spring through our intimately woven visceral perceptions about ourselves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of portrait paintings as well as portrait photography today.
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    The subject of a portrait is a sitter.

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    Opinions differ on who painted the most realistic portraits. Among historical artists, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt van Rijn, John Singer Sargent, Jan van Eyck and Diego Velázquez are all contenders for the title. Many contemporary Photorealist and Hyperrealist portrait artists have also produced incredibly lifelike works. Among them are Taner Ceylan, Robert Longo, Chuck Close, Kelly Birkenruth and Daniela Werneck. Find a large selection of portrait paintings on 1stDibs.
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    For a photo to be a portrait, it should say something about the person whom you are photographing or painting. It should portray a person without using words to describe them. Visit 1stDibs for a range of picture-perfect portraits and other photography.
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    Famous portrait artists include Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, Rembrandt van Rijn, Leonardo da Vinci, Andy Warhol, Gustav Klimt and Claude Monet.

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    Miniature portraits were first painted on a variety of mediums, some of the more popular being vellum, and card or cardboard. Paintings would typically be done in watercolor. Later painting in enamel on metal became a classic medium for painting miniature portraits. On 1stDibs, find an array of authentic miniature portraits.
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    Generally, a portrait depicts one subject, but group portraits exist.

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    Kehinde Wiley's most famous portrait is arguably of Barack Obama. In 2018, the American artist received a commission to paint the 44th President of the United States. Wiley’s depiction shows Obama surrounded by what are intentionally several types of flowers. The flowers represent Kenya, his father's birthplace; Hawaii, the president's own birthplace; and Chicago, where Obama lived and worked. Other well-known works by Wiley include Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps, Judith and Holofernes, A New Republic and Femme Piquée Par Un Serpent. Explore a variety of Kehinde Wiley art on 1stDibs.
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    The subject of a portrait is typically a person; the subject of a still life consists predominantly of inanimate objects.

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    As a reference for his portraits, Opie used a well-known cartoon character. The British artist stated that his inspiration was Tintin, the beloved character created by Belgian cartoonist Hergé. You can see the influence of Hergé's art style in the understated, dot-like facial features of Opie's work. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Julian Opie art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
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    Yes, Annie Leibovitz is a portrait photographer who was propelled to fame as a photographer for Rolling Stone. Her photographs for some of the most iconic individuals and groups in pop culture would shape the look of the publication and cement her style in American art history. Shop a selection of Annie Leibovitz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    Chuck Close stated that he painted portraits as a way to overcome a cognitive disorder. Called prosopagnosia, or face blindness, the condition made it difficult for Close to differentiate and recognize faces. The American artist found that painting people's faces helped him to notice their fine details, allowing him to begin to notice differences. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Chuck Close art.
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    The reason why Pablo Picasso's self-portraits changed over time is a matter of debate. On the one hand, the dramatic differences could represent the artist's changing views of himself as he aged. Some experts argue that when viewed within the context of his other works, the changes in the self-portraits reflect the development of his shifting style, which leaned more and more toward the abstract throughout the 20th century. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Pablo Picasso art.
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    Yes, Diego Rivera did 20 self-portraits during the course of his life. However, his wife, Frida Kahlo, produced one of the best-known depictions of the artist in her painting Diego and I, which depicts him with a third eye. You'll find a variety of Diego Rivera art on 1stDibs.