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Scottish Art Portrait

Portrait of Mr R H Sinclair - Scottish 1914 art male portrait oil painting
Portrait of Mr R H Sinclair - Scottish 1914 art male portrait oil painting

Portrait of Mr R H Sinclair - Scottish 1914 art male portrait oil painting

By David Cowan Dobson

Located in Hagley, England

Dobson first exhibited at Royal Academy when aged only nineteen and began showing at the Royal Scottish Academy four years later. Dobson's works were also exhibited at the Royal Soci...

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1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young Girl - Scottish art early 20th century oil painting female portrait
Young Girl - Scottish art early 20th century oil painting female portrait

Young Girl - Scottish art early 20th century oil painting female portrait

Located in Hagley, England

A fine Scottish portrait oil painting of a young girl in a red dress with pretty collar. This is a quality portrait and dates to circa 1900 and is housed in a fine Watts frame. A bea...

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Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Fishermen Sailors at Sea - Scottish Victorian art marine portrait oil painting
Fishermen Sailors at Sea - Scottish Victorian art marine portrait oil painting

Fishermen Sailors at Sea - Scottish Victorian art marine portrait oil painting

By Patrick William Orr

Located in Hagley, England

This charming Scottish Victorian oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Patrick William Orr. Painted circa 1880, this marine portrait is of two fishermen sailors at sea, sorting th...

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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of a Gentleman - Scottish oil painting mid 20th century art
Portrait of a Gentleman - Scottish oil painting mid 20th century art

Portrait of a Gentleman - Scottish oil painting mid 20th century art

By William Oliphant Hutchinson

Located in Hagley, England

In 1911, he spent a period in Paris, primarily to perfect his French where he also took this opportunity to study at the Atelier Delecluse, striking up a lifelong friendship with Sco...

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20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

The Rendezvous - Scottish 1908 art portrait oil painting Elsie Viola Robinson
The Rendezvous - Scottish 1908 art portrait oil painting Elsie Viola Robinson

The Rendezvous - Scottish 1908 art portrait oil painting Elsie Viola Robinson

By James Wallace

Located in Hagley, England

This stunning romantic exhibited Scottish Edwardian Impressionist portrait oil painting is by noted Scottish artist James Wallace. Painted in 1908 with excellent provenance, the brus...

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Early 1900s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Gentleman in Traditional Scottish Dress Old Master art oil painting
Portrait of Gentleman in Traditional Scottish Dress Old Master art oil painting

Portrait of Gentleman in Traditional Scottish Dress Old Master art oil painting

By Thomas Lawrence

Located in Hagley, England

This superb British Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed to circle of Thomas Lawrence and is surely by a very experienced hand. Painted circa 1820 the composition is a half...

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1820s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Young Boy - Scottish art 19th Century oil painting male portrait ginger hair
Young Boy - Scottish art 19th Century oil painting male portrait ginger hair

Young Boy - Scottish art 19th Century oil painting male portrait ginger hair

Located in Hagley, England

A fine Scottish Victorian head and shoulders portrait oil painting of a sweet young boy with bright blue eyes. Pictured against a dark background, his face is beautifully illuminated...

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19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Scottish Gentleman with Clay Pipe - 18th century art oil painting
Portrait of Scottish Gentleman with Clay Pipe - 18th century art oil painting

Portrait of Scottish Gentleman with Clay Pipe - 18th century art oil painting

Located in Hagley, England

This atmospheric 18th century portrait oil painting is attributed to a Scottish artist. Painted circa 1790, The painting is a half length portrait of a seated gentleman. He is wearin...

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of a Gentleman in a Landscape, Scottish Portraiture, Portrait, Wealthy
Portrait of a Gentleman in a Landscape, Scottish Portraiture, Portrait, Wealthy

Portrait of a Gentleman in a Landscape, Scottish Portraiture, Portrait, Wealthy

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

John Pairman (Scottish, 1788 - 1843) Signed: J Pairman 1820 (Lower, Right) " Portrait of a Gentleman ", 1820 Oil on Canvas 22 1/4" x 18 5/8" Housed in a 2 3/4" Husar Frame Ove...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Scottish Boy  - Like Robert Henri
Portrait of a Scottish Boy  - Like Robert Henri

Portrait of a Scottish Boy - Like Robert Henri

By Margery Austen Ryerson

Located in Miami, FL

Margery Ryerson paints a stunning portrait of a boy dressed in Scottish clothes. The paint application is quick and loose but based on a sound academic understanding of how to constr...

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1920s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Portrait Of A Scottish Monarch Oil On Canvas 19th Century
Portrait Of A Scottish Monarch Oil On Canvas 19th Century

Portrait Of A Scottish Monarch Oil On Canvas 19th Century

Located in Milan, IT

Oil on canvas. Intense and high quality, the painting depicts a monarch of the royal house of Scotland. Around the portrait, in a painted oval frame, there are some writings: the nam...

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19th Century Other Art Style Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Doctor Carter, Scottish 19th Century Signed Oil Painting
Portrait of Doctor Carter, Scottish 19th Century Signed Oil Painting

Portrait of Doctor Carter, Scottish 19th Century Signed Oil Painting

Located in London, GB

Oil on board, signed, titled and dated '1858' on verso Image size: 10 1/2 x 18 1/2 inches (26.5 x 47 cm) Gilt frame This is a wonderful portrait that was painted by John Burr at a t...

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Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Early Historical Portrait Believed to be of Scottish Politician David Carnegie
Early Historical Portrait Believed to be of Scottish Politician David Carnegie

Early Historical Portrait Believed to be of Scottish Politician David Carnegie

By John Baptist De Medina

Located in Houston, TX

Early historical portrait in the style of William Aikman believed to be of David Carnegie, 4th Earl of Northesk, a Scottish peer and politician. The work features the central figure ...

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Early 1700s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Gregor MacGregor, Empire Cricketeer, Scottish cricket sport portrait lithograph

Gregor MacGregor, Empire Cricketeer, Scottish cricket sport portrait lithograph

By Albert Chevallier Tayler

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Gregor MacGregor was a Scottish wicketkeeper for Middlesex and England. Tayler was an English artist who was a member of the Royal Academy of Painters. He was a cricketer himself, a...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

James Bond 007 Sean Connery On Set In Scotland

James Bond 007 Sean Connery On Set In Scotland

Located in London, GB

SEAN CONNERY. “007, JAMES BOND: GOLDFINGER” [1964] (Goldfinger), directed by GUY HAMILTON. A great shot of Sean Connery on set as the secret agent - together with the infamous Aston...

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1960s Portrait Photography

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C Print, Color

Clan Murray, Coat Of Arms, Duke Of Atholl, 18th Century  Scottish School
Clan Murray, Coat Of Arms, Duke Of Atholl, 18th Century  Scottish School

Clan Murray, Coat Of Arms, Duke Of Atholl, 18th Century Scottish School

Located in Liphook, GB

Clan Murray, Coat Of Arms, Duke Of Atholl, 18th Century Scottish School Large 18th Century Scottish Clan Murray Coats of Arms, oil on canvas. The shield bearing allegiance to the c...

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18th Century Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady -  Scottish art early 20thC drawing society woman hat cameo
Portrait of a Lady -  Scottish art early 20thC drawing society woman hat cameo

Portrait of a Lady - Scottish art early 20thC drawing society woman hat cameo

Located in Hagley, England

This is a fine circa 1910 pencil drawing of a Scottish society lady. Executed by one of the leading artists of the day in the circle of John Lavery it is a very striking and fascina...

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19th Century Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Charcoal, Pencil

Early 20th Century Pastel - Scottish Boy
Early 20th Century Pastel - Scottish Boy

Early 20th Century Pastel - Scottish Boy

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming study of a Scottish boy in traditional dress. The artist captures the young boy in colourful pastel detail, showing the patterns in his uniform and small acorn clasps. Uns...

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20th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

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Pastel

1850's "Portrait of a Scottish Gentleman" Original Painting Unknown Artist
1850's "Portrait of a Scottish Gentleman" Original Painting Unknown Artist

1850's "Portrait of a Scottish Gentleman" Original Painting Unknown Artist

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This is a traditional oil portrait painting of a bearded man, likely from the 19th century based on the style and attire. The subject is depicted from the chest up, wearing formal da...

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Antique 1850s Scottish Paintings

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Paint

Scottish Terrier Dog Portrait English Vintage Pastel Drawing
Scottish Terrier Dog Portrait English Vintage Pastel Drawing

Scottish Terrier Dog Portrait English Vintage Pastel Drawing

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

L.W.Fraser English, mid 20th century The Scottish Terrier Original pastel drawing signed on artist paper Framed: 20.5 x 14 inches Glass covering Provenance: private collection, UK ...

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Mid-20th Century English School Animal Paintings

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Pastel

Exhibited Royal Scottish Academy 1862 Portrait of Girl with Pets
Exhibited Royal Scottish Academy 1862 Portrait of Girl with Pets

Exhibited Royal Scottish Academy 1862 Portrait of Girl with Pets

By Gourlay Steell

Located in Hillsborough, NC

Portrait of Girl with her pets is signed and dated 1861 and exhibited in 1862, by Gourlay Steell, (1819-1894) RSA, appointed as Animal Painter for Scotland to Queen Victoria’s Court ...

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1860s Victorian Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Portrait Of A Scottish Black Retriever, circa 1900 by Robert WATSON
Portrait Of A Scottish Black Retriever, circa 1900 by Robert WATSON

Portrait Of A Scottish Black Retriever, circa 1900 by Robert WATSON

Located in Liphook, GB

Portrait Of A Scottish Black Retriever, circa 1900 by Robert WATSON Large 19th Century portrait of a Scottish Black Retriever, oil on canvas by Robert Watson. Important early depic...

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19th Century Animal Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Monumental Portrait of Lt. General Hay MacDowall by Sir Henry Raeburn, 1805–1815
Monumental Portrait of Lt. General Hay MacDowall by Sir Henry Raeburn, 1805–1815

Monumental Portrait of Lt. General Hay MacDowall by Sir Henry Raeburn, 1805–1815

By Sir Henry Raeburn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An extraordinary and monumental oil on canvas portrait by renowned Scottish artist Sir Henry Raeburn (1756–1823), depicting Lieutenant General Hay MacDowall in full military regalia....

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Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Paintings

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Canvas

The Kite Oil Painting, Impressionist Landscape, Signed, Framed, 1895
The Kite Oil Painting, Impressionist Landscape, Signed, Framed, 1895

The Kite Oil Painting, Impressionist Landscape, Signed, Framed, 1895

By James Paterson

Located in St. Albans, GB

His work is represented in National Gallery of Scotland, Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Glasgow Art Gallery, Lillie Art Gallery, City of Edinburgh collection and National Galler...

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1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

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17th Century Royal Portrait of James I of  England & James VI of Scotland
17th Century Royal Portrait of James I of  England & James VI of Scotland

17th Century Royal Portrait of James I of England & James VI of Scotland

Located in London/Yorkshire, GB

Period Portraits are proud to present this fine oil on panel portrait from the circle of John de Critz which dates to the early 17th century. It is a contemporary variant of the fir...

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Early 17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Scottish Highland Cow in Colorado 1/2 ( cow, fence, winter, snow)

Scottish Highland Cow in Colorado 1/2 ( cow, fence, winter, snow)

By Tom Korologos

Located in Basalt, CO

Tom Korologos’ photography is a product of his extensive travel and his love of art. He has taken numerous photographic courses, including one from National Geographic and several at...

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2010s Portrait Photography

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Photographic Paper

Scottish Naive School Horse Portrait of Prize Winning Stallion

Scottish Naive School Horse Portrait of Prize Winning Stallion

Located in London, GB

"The Emperor" Painted by Archer Oils on canvas Scottish, circa 1848 Measures: 23 ¼" high x 28 ¼" wide.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Paintings

'Night on the Tiles' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Pop Art Kilt, Scotland
'Night on the Tiles' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Pop Art Kilt, Scotland

'Night on the Tiles' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Pop Art Kilt, Scotland

By Alan Fears

Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Acrylic on canvas by Alan Fears, 2018. Alan Fears (b. 1974) is an emerging British artist, who was shortlisted in both 2018 and 2020 for The John Moores Painting Prize—a biennial ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Contemporary Art

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Canvas, Acrylic

Renaissance Scottish Romayne Portrait Oak Panel, circa 1540-1560
Renaissance Scottish Romayne Portrait Oak Panel, circa 1540-1560

Renaissance Scottish Romayne Portrait Oak Panel, circa 1540-1560

Located in Matlock, Derbyshire

Mid-16th century Scottish Romayne portrait panel, circa 1540-1560. The male portrait head carved in high relief with a plumed helmet and distinctive twin forked beard, set within a ...

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Antique 16th Century British Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

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Oak

"frame 20" 45.5 x 55.5 inches - C print with wood frame.

"frame 20" 45.5 x 55.5 inches - C print with wood frame.

By Tierney Gearon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tierney has been exhibited at many prominent galleries and museums including, Gagosian Gallery, Yossi Milo, Ace Gallery, The Parrish Art Museum, Scottish National Portrait Gallery, a...

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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography

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C Print

Portrait of a Lady with Roses - Scottish Edwardian exh art portrait oil painting
Portrait of a Lady with Roses - Scottish Edwardian exh art portrait oil painting

Portrait of a Lady with Roses - Scottish Edwardian exh art portrait oil painting

By Robert Payton Reid

Located in Hagley, England

Scottish artist Robert Payton Reid painted this gorgeous Edwardian portrait oil painting in 1908. It was exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy the same year. The composition is a ...

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Early 1900s Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Oil

1920's Society Portrait Scottish Sporting Lady
1920's Society Portrait Scottish Sporting Lady

1920's Society Portrait Scottish Sporting Lady

By James Peter Quinn

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

He also painted many self-portraits. His many commissioned works included portraits of Joseph Chamberlain, the Duchess of York and, later, the Duke of Windsor.

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Scottish Superb Contemporary PORTRAIT OF A LADY Original Oil Painting
Scottish Superb Contemporary PORTRAIT OF A LADY Original Oil Painting

Scottish Superb Contemporary PORTRAIT OF A LADY Original Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, GB

McClure’s work hangs in private and public collections including The Robert Fleming collection, Princeton Theological Seminary and The Royal Scottish Academy. Scholarships and Award...

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Early 2000s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Large Post-Impressionist Oil Portrait of Scottish Lady in Highlands
Large Post-Impressionist Oil Portrait of Scottish Lady in Highlands

Large Post-Impressionist Oil Portrait of Scottish Lady in Highlands

By Raymonde Heudebert

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Absolutely stunning original oil painting by the well listed and much admired French painter, Raymonde Heudebert (1905-1991). The work is signed to the lower corner. Painted on thi...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Antique 19th Century Scottish OIL PAINTING Female Portrait original gilt frame
Antique 19th Century Scottish OIL PAINTING Female Portrait original gilt frame

Antique 19th Century Scottish OIL PAINTING Female Portrait original gilt frame

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: Scottish School (19th Century) TITLE: 'Portrait of Betsy Scobie" (born 1831) SIGNED: unsigned - labels verso MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 54cm x 47cm incl. frame CONDITION: ...

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Mid-19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Antique 19th Century Scottish OIL PAINTING Female Portrait original gilt frame
Antique 19th Century Scottish OIL PAINTING Female Portrait original gilt frame

Antique 19th Century Scottish OIL PAINTING Female Portrait original gilt frame

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: Scottish School (19th Century) TITLE: 'Portrait of Catherine Scobie" (born 1832) SIGNED: unsigned - labels verso MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 57cm x 52cm incl. frame CONDITI...

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Mid-19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

ORIGINAL MID 20th Century SCOTTISH Portrait OIL PAINTING of a seated lady
ORIGINAL MID 20th Century SCOTTISH Portrait OIL PAINTING of a seated lady

ORIGINAL MID 20th Century SCOTTISH Portrait OIL PAINTING of a seated lady

By Ernest Burnett Hood

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: Ernest Burnett Hood R.G.I. (1932 - 1988) Scottish TITLE: "Portrait of A Seated Lady" probably the artists wife SIGNED: lower right MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 55cm x 44cm in...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Scottish Scene
Scottish Scene

Scottish Scene

By Alexander Rosell

Located in Naples, Florida

Scottish Scene

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20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920's Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920's Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920's Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

By William Johnstone

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: William Johnstone OBE (1897-1981) SCOTTISH TITLE: 'Half Length Portrait Of A Lady" (1922) SIGNED: lower right MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 93cm x 72cm framed CONDITION: ver...

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Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920's Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920's Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920's Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

By William Johnstone

Located in Cirencester, GB

ARTIST: William Johnstone OBE (1897-1981) SCOTTISH TITLE: 'Half Length Portrait Of A Lady" (1922) SIGNED: lower right MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 93cm x 72cm framed CONDITION: ver...

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Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

1938 Oil - Spirited Scottish Terrier
1938 Oil - Spirited Scottish Terrier

1938 Oil - Spirited Scottish Terrier

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming oil portrait of a compassionate Scottish terrier, posed in a highland landscape. The painting is indistinctly signed to the lower right-hand corner. Dated, 1938. On canvas...

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Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

W. Tansley Scott  - 20th Century Oil, Scottish Soldier
W. Tansley Scott  - 20th Century Oil, Scottish Soldier

W. Tansley Scott - 20th Century Oil, Scottish Soldier

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming study of a Scottish soldier in traditional dress. He carrier a sword and shield while wearing the traditional tartan kilt. Signed to the lower right. On Scotland, UK.

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20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Master of The House
Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Master of The House

Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Master of The House

Located in Corsham, GB

A fine half-length 19th-century portrait depicting a man in a three-piece suit. In his hands, he holds a map pointing to Ross in Scotland, suggesting that he owns land in the area. ...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Lady of The House
Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Lady of The House

Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Lady of The House

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming 19th-century portrait depicting a woman wearing a silk gown lined with lace. In her hand, she holds a small wildflower up to her face as she turns her head to look at the ...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Fine Scottish 19th Century Oil - The Coachmaker of Edinburgh
Fine Scottish 19th Century Oil - The Coachmaker of Edinburgh

Fine Scottish 19th Century Oil - The Coachmaker of Edinburgh

Located in Corsham, GB

A very fine portrait of a gentleman thought to be of the name 'Riddell'. Possibly related to the Clan Riddell, local to Edinburgh the family were wealthy merchants. This well-dressed...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Attrib. Thomas Austen Brown (1859-1924) - Framed Oil, Scottish Beauty
Attrib. Thomas Austen Brown (1859-1924) - Framed Oil, Scottish Beauty

Attrib. Thomas Austen Brown (1859-1924) - Framed Oil, Scottish Beauty

By Thomas Austen Brown

Located in Corsham, GB

A breath-taking late 19th century British School portrait of a young woman standing in a windswept landscape, gazing gently to the right with long copper locks. This intriguing oil i...

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Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Robert Burns, Scottish Poet Classic Oil Painting Ornate Frame
Portrait of Robert Burns, Scottish Poet Classic Oil Painting Ornate Frame

Portrait of Robert Burns, Scottish Poet Classic Oil Painting Ornate Frame

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Portrait of the Scottish Poet, Robert Burns (1759-1796) after the earlier painting in the National Gallery, Scotland British artist, late 19th/ early 20th century Oil on canvas, fram...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Oil

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You are likely to find exactly the scottish art portrait you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many Impressionist, Old Masters and Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale. If you’re looking for a scottish art portrait from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right scottish art portrait is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes black, gray, brown and gold. Finding an appealing scottish art portrait — no matter the origin — is easy, but David Cowan Dobson, David Foggie, Herbert James Gunn, George Henry and James Guthrie each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and c print.

How Much is a Scottish Art Portrait?

The price for a scottish art portrait in our collection starts at $236 and tops out at $71,713 with the average selling for $6,441.

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