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David Barnett Figurative Paintings

American, b. 1933

David Barnett, an artist, collector, appraiser and gallerist has been passionate about art from the early age of five. David’s career as an art dealer began at age 19 when, as a fine arts student, he sponsored an exhibition of work by fellow student artists. In 1966, he opened his first gallery in a converted basement apartment at Wisconsin Avenue and 21st Street. In 1985, David moved his gallery from Wisconsin Avenue into the Old Button Mansion on State Street and has been active ever since. 

David’s talents for recognizing undervalued artists and for meeting the needs of art lovers, art collectors and artists have created a vibrant, flourishing gallery and collection of over 6,000 works of art. David was born and raised in Wisconsin. He has been painting in watercolors, acrylics and oil pastels as well as fine art photography. David has more than 10 different series he has developed over the years. They include Abstract, Surrealism, Morph Dog, Up North Birch Bark, Impressions of Mexico City, Southwest, Fireworks, Famous Artist Paying Homage and Garden Panorama. Influential artists include Vermeer, Miró, Kandinsky, Chagall, Nolde and Klee. David has been featured in many magazines, newspapers and public television programs regarding his beautiful gallery collection and knowledge and passion for fine art. David also has work in the permanent collection Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Arizona. In November 2005, he opened his second studio gallery in Hartland, Wisconsin.

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Artist: David Barnett
Surreal Collage: 'The Descendant'
Surreal Collage: 'The Descendant'

Surreal Collage: 'The Descendant'

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Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Figurative Paintings

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Surreal Collage: 'Watching'
Surreal Collage: 'Watching'

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Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Figurative Paintings

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Surreal Collage: 'The Witness'
Surreal Collage: 'The Witness'

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Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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2010s Surrealist David Barnett Figurative Paintings

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Surreal Collage: 'Cyclopaedia'
Surreal Collage: 'Cyclopaedia'

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Combining found elements with those fashioned by my own hand, my work encompasses two- and three-dimensional collage as well as sculptural objects. Infused with a rich sense of histo...

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Surreal Collage: 'Mechanical Garden'
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"Indian Pow-Wow, " Original Tempera Painting signed by David Barnett
"Indian Pow-Wow, " Original Tempera Painting signed by David Barnett

"Indian Pow-Wow, " Original Tempera Painting signed by David Barnett

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Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Indian Pow-Wow" is an original painting in tempera, signed in the lower right. It features gestural blue outlines, decorated in shades of yellow, blue, and green. Art size: 24" x 1...

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David Barnett figurative paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic David Barnett figurative paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by David Barnett in mixed media, paint, tempera and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the Surrealist style. Not every interior allows for large David Barnett figurative paintings, so small editions measuring 12 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Alexandra Manukyan, Nathan Durfee, and Tony Geiger. David Barnett figurative paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $675 and tops out at $6,480, while the average work can sell for $3,780.