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Zapata

Roberto ChavezZapata, 1964

Unavailable|$40,000

Zapata

By Roberto Chavez

Located in Culver City, CA

This small portrait painting is of the famous Mexican Revolutionary Zapata.

Category

20th Century Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled Small, 28/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

Untitled Small, 28/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

By Lidia Masllorens

Located in Barcelona, ES

In order to talk about Lidia Masllorens' artworks it is necessary to talk about the philosophical approach to creativity from a very special poet, classic but at the same time innova...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Pigment

Untitled Small, 26/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

Untitled Small, 26/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

By Lidia Masllorens

Located in Barcelona, ES

In order to talk about Lidia Masllorens' artworks it is necessary to talk about the philosophical approach to creativity from a very special poet, classic but at the same time innova...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Pigment

Untitled Small, 17/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

Untitled Small, 17/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

By Lidia Masllorens

Located in Barcelona, ES

In order to talk about Lidia Masllorens' artworks it is necessary to talk about the philosophical approach to creativity from a very special poet, classic but at the same time innova...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Pigment

Untitled Small, 20/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

Untitled Small, 20/50 - Original Fine Art, Portrait, Figurative, Black & White

By Lidia Masllorens

Located in Barcelona, ES

In order to talk about Lidia Masllorens' artworks it is necessary to talk about the philosophical approach to creativity from a very special poet, classic but at the same time innova...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Pigment

Gang Leader Mao, Small Painting by Jeffrey Hargrave

Gang Leader Mao, Small Painting by Jeffrey Hargrave

By Jeffrey Hargrave

Located in New York, NY

Jeffrey Hargrave is a North Carolina born, African-American artist based in New York. Hargrave deals with representations of African-Americans, often putting them in the context of a...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Gang Leader Mao, Small Painting on Paper by Jeffrey Hargrave

Gang Leader Mao, Small Painting on Paper by Jeffrey Hargrave

By Jeffrey Hargrave

Located in New York, NY

Jeffrey Hargrave is a North Carolina born, African-American artist based in New York. Hargrave deals with representations of African-Americans, often putting them in the context of a...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Gang Leader Mao, Small Painting on Paper by Jeffrey Hargrave

Gang Leader Mao, Small Painting on Paper by Jeffrey Hargrave

By Jeffrey Hargrave

Located in New York, NY

Jeffrey Hargrave is a North Carolina born, African-American artist based in New York. Hargrave deals with representations of African-Americans, often putting them in the context of a...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

Grey flutist and small goat - Raymond Debiève, unique piece, monotype
Grey flutist and small goat - Raymond Debiève, unique piece, monotype

Grey flutist and small goat - Raymond Debiève, unique piece, monotype

By Raymond Debieve

Located in Lempzours, Dordogne

Raymond Debiève (1931-2011) - Painter, ceramist and sculptor Raymond Debiève was born on 29 May 1931, just like his twin brother Michel, in a popular suburb of Maubeuge (Northern Fr...

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Printer's Ink, Oil

Small scale Photorealist Still Life, Hotdog, "Studio IXX - Barbie's Dream Date"
Small scale Photorealist Still Life, Hotdog, "Studio IXX - Barbie's Dream Date"

Small scale Photorealist Still Life, Hotdog, "Studio IXX - Barbie's Dream Date"

By Bruce Evans

Located in Binghamton, NY

"Studio IXX - Barbie's Dream Date" is a small scale oil on cradled hardboard Photorealist painting by Bruce Evans. The work features a blonde Barbie doll with blue eyes. She look dir...

Category

2010s Photorealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

18th century painting of the Dalbiac family in the gardens of a country house
18th century painting of the Dalbiac family in the gardens of a country house

18th century painting of the Dalbiac family in the gardens of a country house

By Charles Philips

Located in Bath, Somerset

He was primarily a painter of small portraits and conversation pieces. George Vertue notes that 'in painting small figure portraits and conversations (which) has met with great encou...

Category

Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spiros Antonopoulos Oil on Copper
Spiros Antonopoulos Oil on Copper

Spiros Antonopoulos Oil on Copper

By Jack Richard Smith

Located in New York, NY

JACK RICHARD SMITH (1950-) Taos, NM “Spiros Antonopoulos” 2004 Blackoil, wax, lead salts on copper, burl wood and ebonized wood Dutch old master style frame Exhibited: “T...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Copper

Pluisje, Fluffy White Dog Portrait Small canvas

Pluisje, Fluffy White Dog Portrait Small canvas

By Nina Bovasso

Located in New York, NY

Small dog portrait of fluffy white dog. acrylic on canvas.

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

small snoopy portrait in blue on canvas.

small snoopy portrait in blue on canvas.

By Nina Bovasso

Located in New York, NY

small portrait of snoopy interpretation. Snoopy is a celebrity. Everyone can draw snoopy. The nose knows. Intuition. Dog is my co-pilot. Nina Bovasso has been making snoopy or snoopi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Stretcher Bars

Small Portrait, Oil on Canvas, American, circa 1835
Small Portrait, Oil on Canvas, American, circa 1835

Small Portrait, Oil on Canvas, American, circa 1835

Located in Alexandria, VA

Small portrait of a man with a period gilt and gold leaf frame, original stretcher, excellent patina.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Paintings

Small 19th C Portrait of a Gentleman Reading
Small 19th C Portrait of a Gentleman Reading

Small 19th C Portrait of a Gentleman Reading

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Charming small painting in antique giltwood frame with shells in the corners( some restorations) the back of the painting is inscribed with Sir Charles Malet for Stephen F. Shatrp

Category

Antique 19th Century Paintings

Small Regency Portrait of a Young Girl with Hound
Small Regency Portrait of a Young Girl with Hound

Small Regency Portrait of a Young Girl with Hound

Located in London, GB

A small Regency portrait fo a young girl with hound. Finley executed in water colours and gouache, the girl is clad in early 19th century classically inspired garb with one hand rest...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Small Portrait, Oil on Copper, of a Young Man, Dated 1610
Small Portrait, Oil on Copper, of a Young Man, Dated 1610

Small Portrait, Oil on Copper, of a Young Man, Dated 1610

Located in Brussels, BE

A small portrait of a young man, oil on copper. Dated 1610 and with the text "SVAE". A very realistic painted portrait with fine details (collar, clothing) and detailed look.

Category

Antique Early 17th Century European Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Copper

'The Small Investment' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Pop Art
'The Small Investment' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Pop Art

'The Small Investment' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Pop Art

By Alan Fears

Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Acrylic on canvas by Alan Fears, 2021. 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas

'Small Rewards' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Football Sportsman Pop Art
'Small Rewards' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Football Sportsman Pop Art

'Small Rewards' Portrait Painting by Alan Fears Football Sportsman Pop Art

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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Acrylic

Tennessee (Small Portrait Painting of Collage of Young Man on Green)
Tennessee (Small Portrait Painting of Collage of Young Man on Green)

Tennessee (Small Portrait Painting of Collage of Young Man on Green)

By Ransome 2

Located in Hudson, NY

Modern portrait of a young man with graphic collage and vivid green background "Tennessee" by Ransome 2023 graphite, acrylic and collage on panel 8 x 8 x 2 inches, unframed The sides...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel, Graphite

Surrealism Portrait Painting of a Lion in Military Attire
Surrealism Portrait Painting of a Lion in Military Attire

Surrealism Portrait Painting of a Lion in Military Attire

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small portrait painting of a lion wearing military attire.

Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Paint

French religious small paintings Jesus and Virgin Mary Portrait Academic 19th
French religious small paintings Jesus and Virgin Mary Portrait Academic 19th

French religious small paintings Jesus and Virgin Mary Portrait Academic 19th

Located in PARIS, FR

Jules Achille LECARON Paris, 1813 – ? Portrait of Jesus and his mother the Virgin Mary Oils on wood 15 x 12 cm (25 x 21 cm with frame) Signed on the back "Painted by Achille Lecaron ...

Category

Mid-19th Century Academic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Small Shadow, " Oil Painting
"Small Shadow, " Oil Painting

"Small Shadow, " Oil Painting

By Serge Marshennikov

Located in Denver, CO

Serge Marshennilov's "Small Shadow," is an original, handmade hyper realistic oil painting that depicts a female figure in profile wearing an elaborate blue bonnet in beautiful light...

Category

2010s Photorealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alexandra

Alexandra

Located in London, GB

Concerned with how the institutional British social system leaves no room for those on the periphery of society, Small's portraits reminds viewers of the importance of humanity. It c...

Category

2010s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Found Objects, Lithograph

Ginger - 4"x4", Small Painting On Canvas
Ginger - 4"x4", Small Painting On Canvas

Ginger - 4"x4", Small Painting On Canvas

By Andrea Stajan-Ferkul

Located in Mississauga, Ontario

The black and white background enhances the overall aesthetic. Small paintings provide an intimate and personal touch to any space.

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Pencil, Color Pencil

Red Trap, Small Figurative Western Strong Female Fur Portrait, Red and Brown
Red Trap, Small Figurative Western Strong Female Fur Portrait, Red and Brown

Red Trap, Small Figurative Western Strong Female Fur Portrait, Red and Brown

By June Glasson

Located in Kent, CT

This small, figurative painting portrays a strong female character in animal hides and furs. She holds bright red fringe. The ink and gouache create rich color contrasts that make th...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Archival Ink, Gouache, Archival Paper, Pencil

Red Lips - small, intimate, green, pink, female figurative oil painting
Red Lips - small, intimate, green, pink, female figurative oil painting

Red Lips - small, intimate, green, pink, female figurative oil painting

By Jennifer Hornyak

Located in Bloomfield, ON

Gentle yet enticing portrait of a young woman. A rich green backdrop frames her face enhancing her red lips and pink shoulder. Framed dimensions are 14.25 x 14.25 inches. Born in E...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Julianne by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting
Julianne by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting

Julianne by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting

By Geri Eubanks

Located in Atlanta, GA

'Julianne', is a small vertical framed Impressionist figurative oil on canvas painting created by American artist Geri Eubanks in 2020. Featuring a palette made of blue and pink tona...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Graceful by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting
Graceful by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting

Graceful by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting

By Geri Eubanks

Located in Atlanta, GA

'Graceful', is a small vertical framed Impressionist figurative oil on canvas painting created by American artist Geri Eubanks in 2019. Featuring a palette made of grey and golden to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Elizabeth by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting
Elizabeth by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting

Elizabeth by Geri Eubanks, Small Framed Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting

By Geri Eubanks

Located in Atlanta, GA

'Elizabeth', is a small vertical framed Impressionist figurative oil on canvas painting created by American artist Geri Eubanks in 2020. Featuring a palette made of blue and golden t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting Portrait of Lord Edward Grenfell, 1st Baron St Just (1870-1941)
Oil Painting Portrait of Lord Edward Grenfell, 1st Baron St Just (1870-1941)

Oil Painting Portrait of Lord Edward Grenfell, 1st Baron St Just (1870-1941)

By Oswald Birley

Located in London, GB

Birley visited Duveen, who announced that he had been so taken with what Birley had exhibited in New York in 1921 that he was prepared to give him a small show in his gallery in Janu...

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Apollo - small, detailed, expressive, male, figurative, oil on canvas
Apollo - small, detailed, expressive, male, figurative, oil on canvas

Apollo - small, detailed, expressive, male, figurative, oil on canvas

By Daniel Hughes

Located in Bloomfield, ON

It is a striking portrait. Canadian artist Daniel Hughes is known for his stunning, realistic paintings. Hughes' attention to detail, the natural colour palette and ‘true to life’ re...

Category

2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Femme avec cheveaux rouges - small lavender, pink, purple, female figurative oil
Femme avec cheveaux rouges - small lavender, pink, purple, female figurative oil

Femme avec cheveaux rouges - small lavender, pink, purple, female figurative oil

By Jennifer Hornyak

Located in Bloomfield, ON

This work was recently exhibited in The Figure Revisited, at the McClure Gallery of the Visual Arts in Montreal. Her figurative compositions are built up through a complex technique ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Queen Elizabeth 2 (small version) 20" x 16 " Oil on Birch Panel  Unique Style
Queen Elizabeth 2 (small version) 20" x 16 " Oil on Birch Panel  Unique Style

Queen Elizabeth 2 (small version) 20" x 16 " Oil on Birch Panel Unique Style

By Joan Breckwoldt

Located in Houston, TX

LOOK FOR FREE SHIPPING AT CHECKOUT. ARTIST EXPLANATION OF THE PAINTINGS: Queen Elizabeth 2 measures 20 x 16" x 1.5" and is oil on birch panel . Ready to hang with wire on the bac...

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil, Wood Panel

G. A. Rochegrosse (1859-1938) A zither player, small signed drawingdrawing
G. A. Rochegrosse (1859-1938) A zither player, small signed drawingdrawing

G. A. Rochegrosse (1859-1938) A zither player, small signed drawingdrawing

By Georges Antoine Rochegrosse

Located in Paris, FR

Georges Antoine Rochegrosse (1859-1938) A zither player carbon pencil on thin paper 8.5 x 3.3 cm In good condition Framed : 35 x 24 cm Provenance: Estate of the artist and by Inher...

Category

1910s Symbolist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Carbon Pencil

Dogs Portrait Painting, Small Dog, Oil Painting on Canvas, 19th Century
Dogs Portrait Painting, Small Dog, Oil Painting on Canvas, 19th Century

Dogs Portrait Painting, Small Dog, Oil Painting on Canvas, 19th Century

Located in Breganze, VI

This is a portrait artwork of a Small Dog. Portraits of Dogs proposes an oil painting on canvas with a pleasant portrait of a small brown and white dog with a collar from the end of...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas

20th Century French Painting, Small Self-Portrait of Daniel Clesse
20th Century French Painting, Small Self-Portrait of Daniel Clesse

20th Century French Painting, Small Self-Portrait of Daniel Clesse

By Daniel Clesse

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A French small self-portrait, oil on wood in canvas by Daniel Clesse, painted in France, signed and dated in 1959.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Small Portrait of Young Boy
Small Portrait of Young Boy

Small Portrait of Young Boy

Located in Dallas, TX

A small portrait of a young boy. Framed in gilt frame with round center showing boy. Identified on reverse.

Category

Antique 19th Century German Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Small Oil on Canvas Painting, Portrait of a Gentleman, circa 1840
Small Oil on Canvas Painting, Portrait of a Gentleman, circa 1840

Small Oil on Canvas Painting, Portrait of a Gentleman, circa 1840

Located in Round Top, TX

This small oil on canvas portrait of an early 19th century gentleman with a ruffled collar still retains vivid colors and detail.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Paintings

Small Antique Painting, Portrait of a Danish Woman, circa 1840-1860
Small Antique Painting, Portrait of a Danish Woman, circa 1840-1860

Small Antique Painting, Portrait of a Danish Woman, circa 1840-1860

Located in Round Top, TX

Small unsigned oil painting of a Danish woman seated with hands crossed on her lap, circa 1840-1860. Mounted in a giltwood frame, there is a companion painting, of a younger woman, t...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Paintings

Small 19C  Portrait  of a Gentleman
Small 19C  Portrait  of a Gentleman

Small 19C Portrait of a Gentleman

Located in San Francisco, CA

Charming old oil portrait painted on a wood board. Unsigned

Category

Antique 19th Century English Paintings

SMALL PAIR OF 18TH CENTURY PORTRAIT GOUACHES
SMALL PAIR OF 18TH CENTURY PORTRAIT GOUACHES

SMALL PAIR OF 18TH CENTURY PORTRAIT GOUACHES

Located in Essex, MA

Wonderful Pair of 18th Century Portraits of a Couple

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Paintings

Materials

Gouache, Paper

Small Antique Portrait of a Danish Woman, circa 1909
Small Antique Portrait of a Danish Woman, circa 1909

Small Antique Portrait of a Danish Woman, circa 1909

Located in Round Top, TX

Small antique portrait of a Danish woman in a period dress sitting next to a table with a compote full of apples.

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Paintings

Materials

Wood

Early French 20th century small portrait of a lady.
Early French 20th century small portrait of a lady.

Early French 20th century small portrait of a lady.

Located in London, GB

A very special small profile portrait of a lady in a blue dress. Very well executed in the manner of Walter Sickert. Indistinctly signed to the fronr left side with pencil writing on...

Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Small Contemporary Abstract Portrait of a One Eyed Monster in Pink Background
Small Contemporary Abstract Portrait of a One Eyed Monster in Pink Background

Small Contemporary Abstract Portrait of a One Eyed Monster in Pink Background

By Larry Martin

Located in Houston, TX

Small abstract portrait of a monster by contemporary Houston artist Larry Martin. The work features a one-eyed, horned figure against a pink, red, and teal background. Signed and dat...

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Small 19th Century Portraits by James Harwood (1816-1872)
Pair of Small 19th Century Portraits by James Harwood (1816-1872)

Pair of Small 19th Century Portraits by James Harwood (1816-1872)

Located in London, London

The frame on the right is very slightly larger. These are a pair of small, oil-on-board portraits depicting a man and a woman.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Western Portrait Painting of a Woman in Cowboy Hat
Western Portrait Painting of a Woman in Cowboy Hat

Western Portrait Painting of a Woman in Cowboy Hat

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small figural portrait painting on board of a cowgirl.

Category

20th Century American American Classical Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Paint

Blue Portrait of Still Life - Small, intimate, post-minimalist acrylic on canvas
Blue Portrait of Still Life - Small, intimate, post-minimalist acrylic on canvas

Blue Portrait of Still Life - Small, intimate, post-minimalist acrylic on canvas

By David Cantine

Located in Bloomfield, ON

Stacked rectangles in black, light blue, yellow and peach on a cadet blue ground are an elegant representation of a still life by David Cantine. Verging on ideogram this intimate acr...

Category

2010s Post-Minimalist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Entice, " Oil painting

"Entice, " Oil painting

By Jess Wathen

Located in Denver, CO

Jess Wathen's "Entice" is an unframed and small oil painting depicting the portrait of a cougar/mountain lion.

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Redhead, " Abstract Figure Painting
"Redhead, " Abstract Figure Painting

"Redhead, " Abstract Figure Painting

By Christine Averill-Green

Located in Westport, CT

This small abstracted portrait painting by Christine Averill-Green is made with oil paint on canvas.

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Regatta at Trouville, Normandy.
Regatta at Trouville, Normandy.

Regatta at Trouville, Normandy.

Located in PARIS, FR

He then turned his attention to small trades and fishermen, painting portraits, seascapes and landscapes in soft, discreet harmony.

Category

Early 1900s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

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Small Portrait Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of small portrait paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Abstract editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Impressionist. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add small portrait paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of black, gray, brown, blue and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Geri Eubanks, Jennifer Hornyak, Thomas John Carlson, June Glasson and David Cantine are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are Small Portrait Paintings?

Prices for pieces in our collection of small portrait paintings start at $75 and top out at $9,572 with the average selling for $1,100.
Questions About Small Portrait Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Although many artists may fit this description, a famous German artist who painted realistic portraits is Wilhelm Leibl. As a printmaker and painter, Leibl worked during the second half of the 19th century and created many paintings of German peasants in traditional dress. Some of his most notable works include Three Women in Church, Die Dorfpolitiker, Farm Girl with a White Head Scarf and Die junge Pariserin (Die Kokotte). On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Realist art.