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Portrait of a Lady Arranging Flowers - British 1940's art oil painting
By Sir Gerald Festus Kelly
Located in London, GB
resemblance to Wallace Simpson! This is a lovely portrait really capturing the stylish glamour of the 1940's
Category
1940s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 48 in W 38 in D 2 in
Portrait of Woman in Red Shawl - Nudes verso - British 1940's art oil painting
By Lionel Ellis
Located in London, GB
This lovely British portrait oil painting is by noted artist Lionel Ellis. Painted circa 1940, the
Category
1940s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Party Frock - British 1940's art female child portrait oil painting exhib RA
By Dod Procter
Located in London, GB
This charming British portrait oil painting is by female artist Dod Procter. It was painted in 1949
Category
1940s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Scottish Girl - Scottish 1940's art oil painting Glengarry Hat
By Arthur Royce Bradbury
Located in London, GB
This impressive British 1940's portrait oil painting is by noted artist Arthur Royce Bradbury
Category
1940s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
1940's Portrait of Cairn Terrier Dog Oil Painting Fine British Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Bob"
Portrait of a Cairn Terrier
by Frances Mabel Hollams (British 1877-1963)
signed & dated 1946
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
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1940s British Portraits For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of 1940s british portraits available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Post-Impressionist, Art Deco or Impressionist examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. You can search the 1940s british portraits that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and beige. E.A. Jay, Christopher Sanders, John Whitlock Codner, Maurice Frederick Codner and Dod Procter took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and chalk — can elevate any room of your home. Some 1940s british portraits are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller iterations, measuring # 14 inches across, are available.
How Much are 1940s British Portraits?
1940s british portraits can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,262, while the lowest priced sells for $1,727 and the highest can go for as much as $17,211.
Questions About 1940s British Portraits
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024Hans Holbein the Younger was the German portrait painter of the 1500s known for his photographic-like realism. Due to his incredible skill, Holbein established himself as a successful court painter in England. In addition to painting, Holbein was an accomplished printmaker, and his prints circulated widely through Europe. Some of his most famous works include The Ambassadors, Portrait of Henry VIII and Portrait of Sir Thomas Moore. Shop a wide range of portrait art on 1stDibs.
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