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British Impressionist Watercolor of Sailing Barge with Figured and Clouded Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
tall masts and muted red sails draw the eye, while subtle figures aboard the vessel add a touch of life
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
French Impressionist Watercolor of Parisian Monument and Classical Building
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
rendered in soft pastel hues, reflecting the artist's delicate brushwork. The blue sky above and subtle
Category
20th Century Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
French Impressionist Watercolor of Pont Neuf with Sunlit Riverbank
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
atmosphere. The bridge's arches are illuminated by the light, and subtle figures walking along the quay add a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
British Impressionist Watercolor of Village Street Leading to the Town Hall
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
leading the viewer's gaze towards the focal point of the town hall. A few subtle figures are suggested
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
H 11.25 in Dm 15.25 in
Bristol Cathedral Clifton Suspension Bridge and Glastonbury Tor Watercolors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
lush greenery and subtle figures enjoying the scene.
Clifton Suspension Bridge: One of the most famous
Category
20th Century English School Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
H 2.5 in W 3.25 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Watercolor Landscape Coastal Scene with Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
captures the essence of the scene, with subtle hints of figures in the foreground. The warm earthy tones of
Category
20th Century Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
H 5.25 in W 7.75 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Watercolor Landscape Busy City Street with Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
“Busy City Street with Figures"
By Maurice Mazeilie (French)
Watercolour on paper, unframed
Size
Category
20th Century Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Sunlit Breton Chapel with Figures
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
and orange on the figures’ clothing subtly draw the viewer’s eye across the scene.
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 6.25 in W 8.75 in D 1 in
British Impressionist Watercolor of Beach Scene with Figures Flying Kite
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
to the serene landscape.
The figures, subtly painted, convey a sense of quiet enjoyment, while the
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Original Oil Painting of Townscape with Minaret and Figures on Horseback
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
setting. The artist’s use of subtle detailing in the figures and architecture blends harmoniously with the
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10.75 in W 8.75 in D 1 in
British Impressionist Watercolor of The Plough Inn with Seating and Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, with figures subtly integrated to add life and character.
The artist’s delicate handling of light and
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
British Impressionist Watercolor of a Street Scene with Figures in France
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
rooftops and subtle architectural details. Delicate figures appear in the distance, adding life and a sense
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
19th century Dutch figures by boats on a canal or river in a Summer landscape
By William Raymond Dommersen
Located in Woodbury, CT
the skill of the painter with the subtle sky, well-painted figures, and exceptional building.
The
Category
1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Encuentro, Monasteries on the slopes of Popocatépetl, Mexico, Oil on canvas,
Located in Houston, TX
Hernández Xochitiotzin
"Emphasizing the light; the inner light of the being where fragile and subtle figures
Category
1990s Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Staffordshire Circa 1840 Pair of Porcelain Flatback African Zebras
By Staffordshire
Located in Savannah, GA
couple here feature much detail with bold lines and subtle shading.
Most Victorian figures were designed
Category
Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
"Bad Hombre XLIV" (2025) By Mark Andrew Bailey, Original Oil Painting, Cowboy
Located in Denver, CO
Bailey’s painterly brushstrokes subtly define figures and objects within his works. His contemporary
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Elegant Musical Gathering in an Aristocratic Interior
Located in Paris, Île-de-France
gestures, and the subtle glances exchanged between the figures reflect a sophisticated sense of staging and
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Kazak Rug With Floral Rosettes and Tribal Medallions – 5'7" X 4'2"
Located in Los Angeles, US
maintaining a playful rhythm with scattered floral patterns and charming human figures subtly integrated into
Category
Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Mid-Century Modern Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Set of Four Historic Miniature Watercolors of Blaise Hamlet and Bristol Landmark
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
of subtle watercolour washes, period-dressed figures, and period-accurate architectural detail makes
Category
20th Century English School Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
H 2.75 in W 3.25 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Watercolor Painting of Bustling Outdoor Cafe
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
composition, while the subtle detailing of the figures provides just enough realism to make the scene feel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
H 7.75 in W 10.5 in D 1 in
Breaking Through - human figurative abstract expression painting modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
floating figures and the subtle, intricate brushstrokes that define their forms. The light reflections on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 51.97 in W 40.16 in D 1.97 in
British Impressionist Watercolor of “Promenade Cheltenham” with Trees and Figure
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. In the background, hints of urban life emerge with distant buildings, figures, and subtle traffic
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
"Bad Hombre XXXX" (2024) By Mark Andrew Bailey, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
brushstrokes subtly define figures and objects within his works. His contemporary impressionist style captures
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village Scene with Gothic Architecture
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
buildings are contrasted by the subtle, dark tones of the figures strolling through the street, adding a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Impressionist Harbor Scene', By Selma J Cubell, Oil on Panel
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
composition, within the foreground. A small crew, specifically 3 somewhat ambiguously shaped figures, is
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 23.125 in W 23.5 in D 1.625 in
Poèmes, Planche XXI
By Marc Chagall
Located in OPOLE, PL
dreamlike atmosphere. Paper cuttings, textured fragments, or colored overlays may subtly amplify the figures
Category
1970s Surrealist More Prints
Materials
Woodcut
Poèmes, Planche XXI (collage enhanced)
By Marc Chagall
Located in OPOLE, PL
subtly amplify the figures or architecture—evoking the surreal juxtapositions that made Chagall one of
Category
1970s Surrealist More Prints
Materials
Woodcut
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Coastal Village with Rocky Shoreline
By Bernadette Kelly
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
spontaneity, as if capturing a fleeting moment of seaside tranquility. Figures appear subtly within the
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.75 in W 11.5 in D 1 in
British Watercolor Rural Farm Scene with Barn, Church, and Fowl
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the setting. In the distance, the subtle silhouettes of two figures contribute a sense of scale and
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Pacificos Rug Modern Geometric Rug in Blue & White Silk and Wool by Jt. Pfeiffer
Located in New York, NY
articulated in the form of a gradient remind us of two human figures that subtly and peacefully lean gently
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
"Bad Hombre XXXII" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
cigarette.
About the Artist:
Artist Mark Bailey’s painterly brushstrokes subtly define figures and objects
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Limelight" Interior Oil Painting of Bar
Located in Denver, CO
painterly brushstrokes subtly define figures and objects within his works. His contemporary impressionist
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Bad Hombre XXXI" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
:
Artist Mark Bailey’s painterly brushstrokes subtly define figures and objects within his works. His
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
La Comida
Located in Palm Desert, CA
palette, there is a subtle warmth, with the figures' inner spirit shielded from judgment, much like those
Category
19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Three Women by Harold Altman, 1965
Located in Kenilworth, IL
the background, with a very subtle delineation between the figures of the women and the environment
Category
Vintage 1960s American Prints
Materials
Paper
19th Century Italian Cardinal Oil Painting in Giltwood Frame Signed S. Novo
Located in Dallas, TX
light, and expressive depiction of human figures, often capturing subtle emotions and interactions. He
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
H 29.25 in W 39.25 in D 3 in
Vintage Persian Malayer Area Rug
Located in Barrington, IL
charming feature of this piece is the subtle inclusion of human figures and birds scattered throughout the
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
French Impressionist Watercolor of Autumnal Woodland Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
cooler tones of the sky and shadows creates a sense of depth and movement. The figures subtly included in
Category
20th Century Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
H 11.75 in W 8.25 in D 1 in
Church Painting By Jaime Murteira Naturalist, 20th Century
By Jaime Murteira
Located in Lisbon, PT
light and shadow, the lifelike textures of the weathered buildings, and the subtle details of the
Category
20th Century Portuguese Paintings
Materials
Wood
French Impressionist Watercolor of French Village Square with Archway
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. The figures, subtly depicted, add a sense of life to the quiet square. This evocative scene is a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
H 7 in W 4.75 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Watercolor of French Village Square with Archway
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
and nostalgia, emphasizing the play of light and shadow on the centuries-old stonework. The figures
Category
20th Century Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Golden Slumber-original impressionism figurative oil painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
the essence of the moment with a subtle elegance. Each brushstroke is imbued with emotion, inviting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in
Poetry -original impressionism figurative female oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
brings a sense of lifelike presence to the subject, capturing the subtle nuances of her posture and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
Fischl-The Bed, the Chair, Dancing Watching 1984, Vintage
By Eric Fischl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the central figures and the subtle interactions between them. The dancer, caught in a moment of grace
Category
1980s Contemporary Prints and Multiples
Materials
Offset
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village View in Espalion, Aveyron
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
beauty of daily village life, with figures subtly blended into the scene, enhancing the dreamlike quality
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.75 in W 8.75 in D 1 in
Hand-Colored Victorian Woodcut of Melbourne’s Samuel Mullens Library, 1889
Located in Langweer, NL
laden with volumes to the subtle interactions between the figures. The atmosphere is one of quiet energy
Category
Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
H 11.19 in W 15.83 in D 0.01 in
Original poster by Jules Chéret Théâtre de l'Opéra Grande fête 1er bal masqué
By Jules Chéret
Located in PARIS, FR
layering vibrant hues and creating subtle gradations, Chéret brought his figures to life, lending them a
Category
1890s Prints and Multiples
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
1960's Persian Qashqai Kilim Rug with Animal Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
structured border features a procession of smaller animal figures, subtly reinforcing the themes of
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Modern Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Aura Of Love
By JD Hansen
Located in Napa, CA
theories of quantum physics through elongated figures, subtle use of body language, and most recently, the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Media
Utter A Commitment
By JD Hansen
Located in Napa, CA
theories of quantum physics through elongated figures, subtle use of body language, and most recently, the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Media
Evanescence
By JD Hansen
Located in Napa, CA
theories of quantum physics through elongated figures, subtle use of body language, and most recently, the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Media
Ocean Winds Etch Deep
By JD Hansen
Located in Napa, CA
theories of quantum physics through elongated figures, subtle use of body language, and most recently, the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Media
The Healing Sands
By JD Hansen
Located in Napa, CA
theories of quantum physics through elongated figures, subtle use of body language, and most recently, the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Media
'Mystic Valley' by Steven H. Rehfeld - Large Ethereal Contemporary Landscape Art
By Steven H. Rehfeld
Located in Carmel, CA
interpretation. The dark, sweeping mountains contrast with the lively, colorful plains below, while subtle human
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Coral Veil-original impressionism female figurative painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
inspiration – she aims to capture emotions, movement and moments in time. She recreates the subtle skin tones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Kelly-Anne CairnsCoral Veil-original impressionism female figurative painting-contemporary Art, 2024
H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
Cool Breeze-original impresionism figurative landscape painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
inspiration – she aims to capture emotions, movement and moments in time. She recreates the subtle skin tones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
"Cathédrale Saint Front" by Grégoire Mathias–French Landmark painting in acrylic
Located in PÉRIGUEUX, FR
, with its serene arches and figures subtly incorporated into the scene, grounding the work in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cubist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
French Impressionist Oil Painting of View of the Old Bridge at Espalion, Aveyron
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
subdued colors contrasts with the vibrant pops of orange and red seen in distant rooftops and figures
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8.75 in W 10.75 in D 1 in
Reflective Waters and Bygone Days: The Hampton Court Bridge Engraving, 1835
Located in Langweer, NL
subtle expressions of the figures all require a meticulous hand and a nuanced understanding of light and
Category
Antique 1830s Prints
Materials
Paper
H 8.08 in W 10.24 in D 0 in
"Nestled In" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
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About the Artist:
Artist Mark Bailey’s painterly brushstrokes subtly define figures and objects within
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
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