Paintings

Capture timeless romance and botanical beauty with this captivating vintage oil painting. Featuring a single, lush rose rendered in rich, expressive brushstrokes against a dramatic d...

19th Century Oil on Canvas (relined) Painting by Frank Cassell, depicting a Group of Terriers Engaging in Ratting (rat hunting) inside a rustic barn. Cassell was known for his animal...

Miniature Watercolor Landscape Painting of Italian Mountain Village with Gilt Bronze Frame & Stand Signed by Baker C1890. Measures - 12.25"H x 8"W x 7"D. This miniature waterco...

We present this fantastic portrait of a young woman from the 19th century. The portrait is signed on the bottom right in red G. Puricelli (see photo). Attributable to the Italian pai...

Antique nautical maritime oil painting on canvas depictting a British steam ship on a choppy sea. Beveled birdseye maple frame with gilt inner edge, no mat. Dimensions: 27" x 1.25" ...

Rare Early 19th century Capriccio view of Rio de Janeiro Painting Probably painted circa 1810 by one of Jean-Baptiste Debret, Italian Students. Painted on Sailcloth. Historical Context of Early 19th Century Portuguese Colonial Brazil 1.1 Transition from Colony to Empire During the early 19th century, Brazil underwent a seismic shift in its political status. Originally a colony under the Portuguese Empire, the arrival of the Portuguese Royal Court in Rio de Janeiro in 1808 rapidly elevated the city’s cultural and political importance. By 1815, Brazil was declared a kingdom united with Portugal, setting the stage for the emergence of the Empire of Brazil in 1822. This period of transformation—often termed the transitional period from colony to empire—fueled a wave of artistic production in cities like Rio de Janeiro. 1.2 European Artistic Influence in Brazil With the French Artistic Mission in Rio (initiated in 1816) and the presence of various Portuguese and European artists, Brazilian art of the early 1800s began to reflect diverse influences, from neoclassical painting to the early rumblings of romanticism. Painters such as Jean-Baptiste Debret, and Nicolas-Antoine Taunay, and local luminaries like Manuel de Araújo Porto-Alegre contributed to the fine arts tradition in Brazil. Their works featured scenes of local life, portraits of Brazilian society, and imaginative vistas—sometimes referred to as “capriccios,” in which real elements were combined with artistic liberties to create an idealized panorama. 1.3 Rio de Janeiro as Cultural and Political Hub Rio de Janeiro, often called the Imperial capital after Brazil’s independence, was home to foundational institutions like the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts (Academia Imperial de Belas Artes). Later evolving into the Escola de Belas Artes (School of Fine Arts in Rio), these academies nurtured the talents of emerging painters, who found patronage under the Royal Court and, subsequently, the Imperial Court. The city’s significance was further enhanced by the construction of significant buildings, the modernization of infrastructure, and the mingling of European courtly customs with the traditions of local inhabitants. . Description of the Octagonal Oil on Canvas: A Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro 2.1 Composition and Layout The most striking characteristic of this 19th-century Brazilian art piece is its octagonal shape, a relatively unusual format that draws the viewer’s gaze toward its centre. The composition showcases Rio de Janeiro’s shoreline in the early 1800s, brimming with merchant ships and smaller boats anchored near the shore. On the sand, there is a bustling crowd of local people—men and women carrying food and goods on their heads, loading and unloading boats, and engaging in everyday commerce. The backdrop of soaring mountains suggests Rio’s iconic topography, embodying the landscape that famously defines the city. 2.2 Architectural and Religious Landmarks On the left side, one can discern the silhouette of a church believed to be Santa Lucia, a significant religious structure in the heart of early 19th-century Rio. This element provides viewers with a tangible reference point, linking the scene to an actual location. However, because this painting is labelled as a “capriccio,” the artist might have taken creative liberties by rearranging or amplifying certain features of the city. The melding of real and idealized elements is characteristic of these imaginative vistas. 2.3 Evoking Daily Life in Colonial Rio One of the painting’s greatest appeals lies in its portrayal of daily life during the colonial era. Men and women from various backgrounds populate the scene. Some appear to be carrying goods on their heads, a common practice in Brazil that has persisted through different centuries. Others appear to be haggling or trading near small vessels, revealing the commercial pulse of an active port city. This focus on local people, combined with the grandeur of merchant ships, captures the tension and synergy between the every day and the extraordinary—a hallmark of Brazilian colonial painting that balances the grand narratives of empire with the rhythms of ordinary life. 2.4 An Amalgamation of Neoclassical and Romantic Influences Although academic art in early 19th century Brazil was highly influenced by neoclassicism, the onset of romanticism can be spotted in the emotional portrayal of the sky, the lively palette, and the dramatic emphasis on nature’s beauty (the mountains, in particular). This duality reflects the fine arts tradition in Brazil during the transitional phase when artists were embracing multiple styles. As part of the School of Rio or the Rio de Janeiro school, painters often integrated academic techniques learned from European masters with emerging local subjects and influences. 3. Institutions and Artistic Movements 3.1 Imperial Academy of Fine Arts Originally known as the Royal School of Sciences, Arts, and Crafts, the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro was instrumental in shaping 19th-century Brazilian art. Influential artists and teachers from Portugal, France, and other European nations congregated at the Academy, imparting their expertise to native students. As the monarchy consolidated power, the Academy enjoyed royal patronage, leading to the creation of Imperial Academy-style works that combined European academic rigour with Brazilian-themed subject matter. 3.2 Impact of the French Artistic Mission The French Artistic Mission, which arrived in 1816, played a pivotal role in introducing advanced European artistic techniques, thereby elevating the overall quality of painting in Brazil. Artists like Jean-Baptiste Debret not only documented Brazilian society but also spearheaded the development of a local visual identity that aligned with both academicism and the national context of a blossoming empire. Debret, alongside others such as Nicolas-Antoine Taunay, mentored Brazilian artists, sowing the seeds of what would become the Brazilian academic art movement. 3.3 Religious, Historical, and Landscape Paintings In addition to everyday scenes and historical compositions, religious iconography remained crucial throughout Portuguese colonial and imperial Brazil. Churches were omnipresent in cityscapes like Rio de Janeiro. Many colonial-era Brazilian portraits...

Original Watercolor Drawing of Furniture Designs by Carles Riart, Signed and Framed Original hand-signed drawing by renowned Spanish designer Carles Riar...

Pair of 18th century Italian ecclesiastical, hand-embroidered decorations mounted on antique mercury mirror. The intricate ecclesiastical decorations are hand-embroidered with four ...

This is a wooden sliding door produced in Japan from the late Edo period to the Meiji period. This piece, which must have watched over people's lives for many years, is more than jus...

Oil on board seascape titled "Romance of the Sea". The artist was born in Odessa, Ukraine, in 1883. After immigrating to Cairo in 1912, his travels took him to Holland, Indonesia, an...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Alfred B. Manufacturer: Alfred B. Materials: Oil Painting, Wood Frame Style: Abstract Expressionism This original mid-century oil painting by Alfred B. captures a fleet of schooners rendered in an abstract expressionist style. Bold geometric forms and warm, layered tones evoke the energy of a regatta beneath a glowing orange sun. The brushwork is expressive and fluid, creating movement and depth without relying on fine detail. Housed in its original wood frame, the piece remains in its authentic vintage condition. A striking example of 1960s American abstract nautical art...

A super sweet painting, a portrait of two cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs. The painting was made by the Belgian artist Robert Detrixhe. The painter was born in 1935 and was partic...

Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899) Attributed, Oil on Canvas 19th Century French Extraordinary 19th century oil painting, Sheep in a Meadow, signed lower left - Rosa Bonheur -. This small mas...

A beautiful painting, a portrait of a Chihuahua dog. The painting was made by the Belgian artist Robert Detrixhe. The painter was born in 1935 and was particularly active at the end ...

"Perseus Rescuing Andromeda" Masterful Old Master Oil on Canvas Painting, Large size, framed. Painting depicts the dramatic scene from Greek mythology where Perseus, the hero, saves ...

19th Century Oil on Canvas (relined) Painting by Frank Cassell, depicting a Group of Terriers Playfully Fighting. Cassell was known for his animal paintings, particularly scenes of t...

A Marvelous 19th Century Italian Oil on Canvas titled "The Cardinal's Present" by Arturo Ricci. This oil on canvas is truly incredible and one of Ricci's best works of art. The sce...

Set of Four Panels Decorated with Allegories of Arts France Circa 1865 Height. : 180 cm (70,9 in.) ; Width : 63,5 cm (25 in.) ; Depth : 12 cm (4,7 in.) Set of four large painted panels, in carved and gilded wood. The upper part of each panel is decorated with allegories of the arts, representing music...

Death of Socrates, oil on canvas, Unsigned, 18th century possibly Italy.

This exquisite oil-on-canvas painting by Caroline C. Burnett (1877-1950) captures the timeless charm of Paris. The scene features bustling Parisian streets with passersby, a flower s...

A beautiful, vintage oil painting on canvas-board sourced in France. The painting features a somewhat diffuse still-life in soft pastel hues... pink, green, blue and white. Unfortuna...

An unusual pair framed oil paintings on board of interior scenes with cats, one signed Edward Andrews and the other Emiliano Jnr and dated 1992. The almost square shaped paintings ar...

Madonna and Child late 1600s, oil painting on canvas from northern Italy, in good condition, within walnut frame, from a private collection in Milan. The work depicts the Virgin hol...

Russian Icon Portrait Of Mary And Baby Jesus Encased In Sterling Silver 20thC. 9 3/8" x 7 1/4" x 1". A beautifully crafted Russian icon depicting Mary and Baby Jesus, encased in an o...

ART Hare in Repose on a Blue Mid-Century Modern Couch, Signed Original Art *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This is a wonderful original artwork in comple...

This is a workbench used by a lacquerware craftsman around the Showa era. Originally, it was a workbench with drawers, but the drawer portion has been lost, leaving only the top boar...

Limited edition print "Applique Quilt" features a section of stylized traditional Country-style quilt, framed with an abstract flower garland. The etching captures an old fashioned, ...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Wanda S. Neumann Manufacturer: Wanda S. Neumann Materials: Oil On Canvas, Wood Frame Style: California Realism

This painting appears to be in a fantastical surrealism or whimsical fantasy style. The artwork features an imaginative, dreamlike cityscape with intricate architectural details, org...

Remarkable Spanish colonial late 18th/early 19th-century Cuzco school painting of Madonna and Child, or Virgin Mary. Oil on canvas Cuzco school painting with a desirable aged patina ...

"Cattle at the Water's Edge" Oil on Canvas with Board Backing William Hart (American, 1823–1894) 20.25" w x 18.25" h (Frame), 10.5" w x 8.375" h (canvas) This exquisite oil painti...

Large wall painting "The Ways Of The Red October" October Revolution, Kandt, DDR Manfred Kandt (1922-1992) Oversized mural "Ways of Red October" created...

ART Original Landscape Oil Painting 24x24x1.75" Signed on Back-Blue, Pink, Lilac, Coral, Yellow, White *****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY***** This is a beautifu...

Reverse glass portrait of a child in stained glass and jeweled glass frame, American, circa 1900–1910. This striking object unites the delicate intimacy of reverse glass painting wi...

Abstract oil painting in earthy colors and in period frame. It is titled Driftwood - Glasklint and was painted by the Danish artist Hening Nielsen born in 1930 sometime during the 19...

Early to mid 20th century oil on board landscape painting depicting an Apline mountain lake viewed from a pine covered hilltop. Signed Enzmann in lower right - attributed to Eduard E...

Landscape painting by Gustave Fontaine (1877-1952) ,Belgium, oil on canvas. Gustave FONTAINE ( Etterbeek 1877-1952 Brussels). Sculptor–painter. Took courses in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode,...

A beautiful antique oil painting, portrait of a dog. The painting is signed V.I.B. Gerard, this could be the Belgian painter Victor Jean Baptiste Gerard, but not sure. The painting i...

Pair of Antique Oil on Board Portraits of a Man & Woman, Framed, C1840 32 3/4" x 28 3/4" x 2"

Framed Vintage Oil Painting on Board of King Charles Spaniel Dog Depicted Charming Spaniel sitting with small exhaustion after excise in the field. Overall size with frame : 14.5" h...

A striking, one-of-a-kind original Native American Iroquois portrait painting, featuring a distinguished Turtle Clan warrior in traditional full-feathered headdress. This evocative p...

Rembrandt Van Rijn (1606-1669) Reproduction GHI.M.A Authorized Measures: Height 57 cm Width 68 cm Technique oil on canvas The company GHI.M.A. certifies that the relief, the app...

Jules Joseph Lefebvre (1834-1912) first came to Vienna when he exhibited at the Vienna World Exhibition in 1873. In 1879 he became honorable member of the Akademie of Fine Arts Vienna and was called to be a member of the jury of the First International Art Exhibition in Vienna at the Wiener Künstlerhaus in 1882. From this moment on, he exhibited regularly in the Austrian Empire until 1902. In 1882, the Austrian Cultural Ministry purchased his portrait of “La Fiammetta”. In 1895 and 1896, the renowned Galerie Miethke exhibited works by him, the painting “Madeleine” from 1876 among them. We believe that this particular work was to be exhibited at the “III. International Art Exhibition” in the Künstlerhaus in Vienna. The stock book of the exhibition clearly shows the entry in the French section of “Le Febre, Jule”, the name of the work “Lorelei” and the sales price of 35.000 Francs. The fact that the price is very high compared to his colleagues (Henner & Vibert 15.000 Francs) and that the frame for this piece was delivered in a separate box suggests that the work was quite large. It was found in a Villa in Vienna’s 19th district. Not only the frame but also the size and quality of the painting instantly beguiles the beholder. The format and the mythological motif of the “Lorelei” are very much in line with other known paintings by this artist. The composition of the oeuvre is also typical of the works of Jules Lefebvre: a central female figurine in a classic Italian pose, one knee slightly in front of the other. The painted rock in the background is also similar to the actual “Loreley” rock wall in Germany near Koblenz. Another beguiling fact is the model itself: in 1880, Jules Lefebvre discovered a young girl at the Hippodrome in Paris. Her name was Marie-Florentine Roger or Sarah Brown...

We are pleased to present this captivating religious painting of the Italian school, painted in oil on canvas in the 18th century. This wonderful painting depicting the Madonna in pr...

We present this splendid oil painting on canvas of the English school, 19th century. The painting has a signature on the lower left but the artist has not been identified and the pai...

A very important painting by the great artist of the Florentine school, Onorio Marinari. Dr. Silvia Benassai has confirmed Marinari’s authorship of the Saint Margaret of Antioch; available on demand, a historical-artistic fact sheet prepared by Dr. Silvia Benassai Onorio Marinari (1627 – 5 January 1715) was a very important Italian painter and printmaker of the Baroque period, active mainly in Florence. His father, Sigismondo di Pietro Marinari, was also a painter, and he trained with his cousin, Carlo Dolci, later being also influenced by Simone Pignoni and Francesco Furini. His fresco in the Palazzo Capponi, Florence, is dated 1707. He worked mainly in Florence for Florentine and Tuscan clients, but he did not devote himself only to painting. In fact, in 1674, he published an essay on astronomy entitled Fabbrica ed uso dell' Annulo Astronomico. Bartolomeo Bimbi was one of his pupils. St. Margaret of Antioch July 20, Martyr Margaret, known as Margaret of Antioch in the West, and as Saint Marina...

17th Century Large Old Master Battle Scene Painting. Flemish School, circa 1610 - 1680. Oil on canvas painting depicts a dynamic battle scene fi...

A fabulous vintage Boho Original oil painting on silk. A chic storied Indian Pishwaa in deep rich colors. A lot of extra goats for extra good luck! Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

Oil on board seascape titled "Romance of the Sea". The artist was born in Odessa, Ukraine, in 1883. After immigrating to Cairo in 1912, his travels took him to Holland, Indonesia, an...

Oil on canvas of an idyllic summer landscape. The composition centers on a lone tree next to a stone bridge over a small waterfall, with figures both fishing and at rest in the foreg...

An antique Indo Persian Mughal Art miniature gouache painting on antique manuscript leaf depicting an architectural building with fine details. Circa: late 18th century to early 19th...

Vintage French oil on canvas painting of dahlias, signed and dated by the artist. In expressive brushstrokes and bold use of color–lavender, maroon, and peach–the artist has captured...

Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil On Canvas Painting Of A Standing Nude Woman By Sharie Janes, Unsigned, C1968 Measures - 44.25"H x 30"W x .75"D An oversized ...

This early 20th-century Japanese four-panel Byōbu screen is a riot of springtime joy, with large bold red and white peonies, blue and white iris, and clusters of delicate orange, blue, and white blossoms unfurling across a gold leaf background. Each bloom is hand-painted on the four paper panels and all framed in a border of woven silk brocade, lending the piece both delicacy and grandeur. Traditionally used as folding room dividers...

Late 20th century realist oil on canvas painting depicting a brown and white rabbit near a cracked stone wall. Signed K. Christie in lower left corner. Carved and beveled giltwood fr...

Exceptional 1986 Robert Natkin oil painting. Canvas size is 36“ x 48“. Image is painted around the canvas on the sides of the stretchers. This is an uncommon style for Natkin, thoug...

Surrealist Oil Painting by Jean Calogero (1922 - 2001) titled Carnival a Venise. About the Artist: Calogero was born August 20, 1922 in Catania, Sicily. Self-taught Artist First exhi...

A fine antique Russian icon of The Protection of the Mother of God, Pokrov Moscow School 19th century The Protection Icon depicts the Mother of God appearing above congregants a...

"Cattle at the Water's Edge" Oil on Canvas with Board Backing William Hart (American, 1823–1894) 20.25" w x 18.25" h (Frame), 10.5" w x 8.375" h (canvas) This exquisite oil painti...

A pair of French Napoleon III period painted decorative panels with floral motifs from the mid-19th century, set inside giltwood frames. Each of this pair of decorative panels featur...

This 19th-century oil painting captures a vibrant Venetian landscape, depicting the iconic Venice Canal with boats drifting along the waterway. The bright colors and dynamic brushst...

"Perseus Rescuing Andromeda" Masterful Old Master Oil on Canvas Painting, Large size, framed. Painting depicts the dramatic scene from Greek mythology where Perseus, the hero, saves ...

Russian Icon Portrait Of Mary And Baby Jesus Encased In Sterling Silver 20thC. 9 3/8" x 7 1/4" x 1". A beautifully crafted Russian icon depicting Mary and Baby Jesus, encased in an o...

Icon of Ezekiel painted in egg tempera on a wood panel. The image is of Ezekiel's ascension to heaven. Russian/Ukrainian, 1700's.

Giancarlo Marcucci, Golden city an Unique work authenticated with certificate and signed Despite having always worked in very technical fields (construction sector), he has always ha...

Danish artist Børge Herman Hansen. Abstract oilpainting 1960s. Title: "Tema, Bornholm". Original frame. In front and back signed. Oil on plate. Framed 61 cm c 73,.5 cm / painting: 48...

Alfano Dardari Oil Painting on Canvas 1970's. Measures: Height 88cm Width 69 cm Oil on canvas In good conservative condition, present signs of time due to use and age. (Pleas...

Sunflower Field C.Lipari Print on paper Measures: Height 33cm Width 74cm Print on paper In good conservative condition, present signs of time due to use and age. (Please see phot...

Antique Hudson River School Oil on Canvas Landscape with River Unsigned C1890 Measures - 18.5"H x 26.5"W x 2.25"D A captivating oil on canvas landscape painting from the Hudson Riv...

Flemish 17th Century Genre Painting Circle of David Teniers the Younger (1610-1690). This cabinet painting depicting a woman shelling peas is from the Flemish School of the 17th ...

Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Seated Nude Woman Signed by Sharie Jones C1968 Measures - 48"H x 32"W x 1"D An oversized oil on canvas...

This petite oil on board depicts a moody scene of sailboats and ships under dynamic cloud cover. Surrounded by a complementary gold gilt frame and fixed with a wire, this interesting...

Modern Oil Painting, Seaside Landscape, Brittany - France 1960s Picturesque scene of a Brittany landscape (France) with its typical seaside view, small houses and nature. Abstracted...