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Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

1940's French River Valley Lush Green Colors Signed Oil Painting
1940's French River Valley Lush Green Colors Signed Oil Painting

1940's French River Valley Lush Green Colors Signed Oil Painting

By Regine David

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The River Creuse, France signed by Regine David (female French artist, 1910-2018) dated 1949 oil painting on board, unframed panting: 15 x 18 inches inscribed verso condition: This p...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Oil

Dance Abstract Painting, Oil on Wood, 1940s, Unframed, Vivid Colors
Dance Abstract Painting, Oil on Wood, 1940s, Unframed, Vivid Colors

Dance Abstract Painting, Oil on Wood, 1940s, Unframed, Vivid Colors

By Xavier Albert Fiala

Located in Genève, GE

Work on wood This abstract work is distinguished by its dynamic curves and vivid colors. Dominated by shades of red, blue and green, it evokes a fluid dance of organic forms. The sin...

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1940s Abstract Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Oil

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Vintage Collage and Faux Painted Coffee Table
Vintage Collage and Faux Painted Coffee Table

Vintage Collage and Faux Painted Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in W 39.5 in D 26 in

Vintage Collage and Faux Painted Coffee Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

The base is from the 1940's, faux painted in earth colors such as shades of green, cream and gold leaf.

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Late 20th Century American Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

Materials

Mixed Media

Oil on Canvas Paintings Wall Decoration
Oil on Canvas Paintings Wall Decoration

Oil on Canvas Paintings Wall Decoration

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H 31.5 in W 25.6 in D 1.19 in

Oil on Canvas Paintings Wall Decoration

Located in Barcelona, ES

Multicolor Oil on canvas wall composition. Spain, 1930s-1940s. Each one painted in monochrome colors with shades in the same tones.

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20th Century Spanish Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Wood, Paint, Canvas

A.D. Greer “Colors of the Rainbow” Large Oil Painting in Baroque Frame, 1940s
A.D. Greer “Colors of the Rainbow” Large Oil Painting in Baroque Frame, 1940s

A.D. Greer “Colors of the Rainbow” Large Oil Painting in Baroque Frame, 1940s

By A.D. Greer

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large and lovely 1940s floral still life oil painting on canvas titled "Colors of the Rainbow" by American artist A.D. Greer (b. 1904–1998) in original gilt baroque frame. A col...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Canvas, Paint, Plaster, Giltwood

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H 60.24 in W 90.95 in D 0.4 in

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By Maurice Dufrêne, La Maitrise

Located in Paris, IDF

Maurice Dufrene designed this tapestry for the studio La Maitrise, Les Galeries Lafayette, in Paris in 1922, just as he became the director of the studio. Crafted from handspun wool,...

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Antique American Framed Mid Century Modern Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
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Antique American Framed Mid Century Modern Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Very nicely painted mid century abstract expressionist oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Great colors and bold brush strokes.

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1950s Abstract Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Canvas, Oil

Vintage Mid Century Abstract Painting On Canvas
Vintage Mid Century Abstract Painting On Canvas

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Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Beautiful bold vintage Mid-Century Abstract Painting on canvas. Wonderful colors and expression. True period piece with vibrant colors, textural brush marks framed nicely in thin bra...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Vintage American Modernist Signed Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting
Vintage American Modernist Signed Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting

Vintage American Modernist Signed Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

This mid-century abstract composition employs a dynamic interplay of geometric planes and gestural brushwork, rendered in a vibrant yet balanced palette of pastel pinks, acid yellow...

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1970s Abstract Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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American Abstract Expressionist Mid Century Framed Vintage Oil Painting
American Abstract Expressionist Mid Century Framed Vintage Oil Painting

American Abstract Expressionist Mid Century Framed Vintage Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Pure mid century abstract expressionist painting. Great colors and movement. Oil on canvas. Framed. No signature found.

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Framed Original Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Antique American Framed Original Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Antique American Framed Original Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American abstract expressionist painting. OIl on canvas. Framed. Finely painted with wonderful color palette.

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1970s Abstract Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting, signed and dated 1968
Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting, signed and dated 1968

Mid Century Modern Danish Abstract Painting, signed and dated 1968

Located in Ventura, CA

Mid-Century Modern Blue Abstract Painting 1968 This panting is a captivating piece from the Danish art scene, characterized by its striking use of various shades of blue. Signed by ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Vintage American Abstract Expressionist Framed Modernist MCM Oil Painting
Vintage American Abstract Expressionist Framed Modernist MCM Oil Painting

Vintage American Abstract Expressionist Framed Modernist MCM Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Measuring: 24 by 31 inches overall, and 18 by 26 painting alone. In excellent original condition. Nicely fram...

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1950s Abstract Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Oil, Board

20th Century French Modern Abstract Vintage Oil Painting by Christiane Bastide
20th Century French Modern Abstract Vintage Oil Painting by Christiane Bastide

20th Century French Modern Abstract Vintage Oil Painting by Christiane Bastide

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A light-blue, red vintage Mid-Century modern French abstract oil on canvas painting of a color composition, painted by Christiane Bastide in good condition. Singed on the lower right...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Canvas, Wood

Vintage American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Cubist Oil Painting
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Cubist Oil Painting

Vintage American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Cubist Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American modernist abstract oil painting by Ervin B. Nussbaum (1914 - 1996). Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed. Dated 1950. Artist Bio: Ervin B. Nussbaum was born in Co...

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1950s Abstract Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Canvas, Oil

Lester Elliot 1955 Oil/Canvas 'Genesis'
Lester Elliot 1955 Oil/Canvas 'Genesis'

Lester Elliot 1955 Oil/Canvas 'Genesis'

$1,250

H 60 in W 36 in D 1 in

Lester Elliot 1955 Oil/Canvas 'Genesis'

Located in Sharon, CT

Expressive and richly colorful Abstract Expressionist oil/canvas by Lester Elliot a second generation painter of the 'New York School'. Purchased from The Artist's Gallery, NYC in 1...

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Important Early American School Abstract Geometric Precisionist Signed Painting
Important Early American School Abstract Geometric Precisionist Signed Painting

Important Early American School Abstract Geometric Precisionist Signed Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Step into the enigmatic world of abstract art with this captivating original oil painting from 1945. This masterpiece, signed with a mysterious monogram by an unknown artist, embodie...

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1940s Abstract Vintage 1940s Paint Colors

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Canvas, Oil

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Find a variety of vintage 1940s paint colors available on 1stDibs. Finding the perfect modern, abstract or Surrealist examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. If you’re looking to add vintage 1940s paint colors that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. Alexander Calder, (after) Henri Matisse, Henri Matisse, Sherron Francis and Edward Marecak took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Vintage 1940s Paint Colors?

Prices for pieces in our collection of vintage 1940s paint colors start at $1 and top out at $1,150,000 with the average selling for $2,897.