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Fine Gothic Painting / 2nd Station Crucifixion, Jesus Takes Up His Cross
Located in Lisse, NL
Another stunning hand-painted oil on canvas work of religious art. This antique oil painting was first hand-painted on canvas and later mounted onto a zinc backplate .. a traditiona...
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Early 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Unknown Paintings

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Iron, Zinc

ART Original Oils Impressionist Landscape Painting 24 x 24 x1 .75" Signed
Located in Warrenton, OR
ART Original Oils Impressionist Landscape Painting 24x24x1.75" Signed on Back-Blue, Pink, Lilac, Coral, Yellow, White This is a beautiful abstract original oil painting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Unknown Paintings

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Other

Vintage Portrait of Women Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Oil On Canvas Style: Realism
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1960s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Iroquois Native American Portrait Painting Turtle Clan Warrior - Signed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
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...
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20th Century American Native American Unknown Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Monochrome 00.2, Fine Art
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Contemporary Fine Art Tittle - Monochrome 00.2 Executed in 2021. original - only one - No Reproductions. signed by artist, dated 2021 on the reverse oil on canvas - 24 x 20 x 2 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Mid-Century Modernist Abstract Acrylic Painting, Unsigned
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modernist abstract acrylic painting featuring whimsical, organic cellular-like forms interacting on on a dynamic swirling ground. The overall style is playful yet serious...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Watercolor Painting Chanel No. 5 Perfume
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful watercolor painting of the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume bottle, signed by artist, 2012, New York, USA. A beautiful and well-done watercolor painting of the iconic Chanel N...
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2010s American Modern Unknown Paintings

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Metal

Antique Vase with Wicker Basket – By Unknown Artist, Circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique Vase with Wicker Basket – By Unknown Artist, Circa 1960 Add a touch of rustic elegance to your space with this antique vase, featuring a beautifully crafted wicker basket, c...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wicker

Eduardo Miguel Abela Torras surrealist Oil on Canvas
Located in Charleston, SC
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...
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Late 20th Century Ecuadorean Expressionist Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Martin Jonas "Peasant Primitive" Painting D. 1962
Located in Peabody, MA
An early Slavic folk school oil by the artist and farmer Martin Jonas (1924-1996), who is considered one of the founders of the world famous naive “peasan...
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1960s Serbian Folk Art Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Painting by GIACOMO FAVRETTO (Venice, 1849-1887) Vandalism (Poor Ancients)
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Painting by GIACOMO FAVRETTO (Venice, 1849-1887) Vandalism (Poor Ancients) Signed lower right "G Favreto" Similar to the composition by Favretto (Canvas, 100 x 67 cm) kept at the Pi...
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Unknown Paintings

Materials

Paint

1959 Watercolor Abstract Architectural Painting signed Dow
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Watercolor Painting. Abstract architectural landscape. Signed upper right corner Dow 59. Signed in verso in pencil Framed by Duane 8-18-64 36 h x 30 w x 2.5 d art 23.5 w x 29.5...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint, Paper

"Saint Sebastian" by Carlo Saraceni 19th Century Italian School with Video
Located in Madrid, ES
"Saint Sebastian" by Carlo Saraceni 19th Century Italian School with Video Oil painting on canvas, Italian school, 19th century, depicting Saint Sebastian in the style of Carlo Sara...
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Outsider Folk Art Modernist Painting Dated 1959 by Peter Paul Sakowski
Located in Peabody, MA
We recently acquired a number of paintings from the estate of the noted outsider artist Peter Paul Sakowski (1915-2000) of Holyoke, Mass. His style tended to vary from an illustrativ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Early 20th Century Classic Oil Painting by W. Roelant Still Life Lobster
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful and attractive painting in a classic gilded frame. The painting depicts a still life with lobster, cabbage and eggs. It is oil on canvas. The painting is signed at the bot...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Romantic Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Outsider Painting in Acrylic of a Humpback Whale on Blue
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This is a great example of outsider art. This painting of a black humpback whale is painted on a masonite board. At the center is a black humpback whale with an open mouth and beady ...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Unknown Paintings

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Masonite, Paint

Cityscape Painting by Jordi Mir: 'Battery Park, NY
Located in Barcelona, ES
Immerse yourself in the dynamic energy of the city with this striking artwork by Jordi Mir, entitled "Battery Park, NY." Crafted around 2005, this captivating piece captures the bust...
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Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Paint

1960 Agostino Piazza Tino da Noale Italian Art Naif Big Paint Wood
Located in Brescia, IT
Big Hand-painted panel Agostino Piazza Italy, 1960 Colorfull Art Naif by Agostino Piazza. Paint on wood Very good condiction
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood

"Mar Azul" Abstract Artwork By Mexican Artist Maricruz Hernandez Covarrubias
Located in New York, NY
"Mar Azul" Abstract artwork by Mexican artist Maricruz Hernandez Covarrubias 1947-2016 Painting measurements: width 51.25'' height 39.25'' Maricruz H. Covarrubias – Biography Ea...
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1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Miniature Hunt Scene Painting on Board
Located in Savannah, GA
A miniature hunt scene painting on board, 19th century. sight: 5 ½ by 4 inches frame: 8 by 6 ½ inches
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

Large Antique Oil on Canvas Painting of Saint Joseph W. Lily and the Child Jesus
Located in Lisse, NL
Early religious work of art, presented in the original antique frame. This beautiful and uplifting portrait of Saint Joseph holding hands with the child Jesus is an oil on canvas an...
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18th Century European Baroque Revival Antique Unknown Paintings

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Linen, Wood, Paint, Plaster

Jorge Romero’s Oil Painting Of A Flamboyant Tree
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Oil Painting of a Flamboyant or Royal Poinciana Tree. It depicts a large leafy Flamboyant Tree in a breezy countryside road in Puerto Rico. Some red petals have fallen in ...
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20th Century American Romantic Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Modernist Abstract Painting of Women's Millinery, Signed Beverly Crook, D. 1970s
Located in Peabody, MA
A festive abstract composition of women’s hats, acrylic on canvas in period frame, signed on reverse, Beverly Crook, and dated 1970,
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Vintage Still life of Christmas Roses
Located in Seaford, GB
Lovely still of roses by Anna Hornby Vintage Still Life of Roses by Anna Hornby'Christmas Roses' by Anna Hornby is an exquisite portrayal of delicate hellebores, known as Christmas ...
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1980s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Handpainted Bamboo Umbrella, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handpainted bamboo umbrella. By unknown artist, circa 1950 In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: ...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Bamboo

1970s Blue Gray Bridge Architectural Art Oil Painting
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Oil on Canvas Painting Stone Bridge MCM Architectural Art Signed, hard to read appears as Oastruita. Vintage wear on wood frame. Original unrestored vintage condition. Please refer t...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Other

Mid Century Modern Oil Painting Flower Still-Life Signed J.C. Pierre
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful and colorful mid century modern painting of a flower still life. The painting dates from circa 1960 and is framed in a simple black wooden frame. The painting is signed low...
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1860s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

18th-19th Century Tibetan Thanka
Located in Dallas, TX
Tibetan Buddhist thangka from the late 18th early 19th century. Distemper on cloth (either silk or cotton) Depicting a Buddhist deity with multi arms and Buddhist religious relics ...
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Early 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

1930s Italian Signed Still Life Painting
Located in Roma, IT
1930s Italian Signed Still Life Painting Still life with cactus Oil on canvas signed Piccari. On the back the artist's address Via Maddalena 2 Rom...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Antique California Portrait Oil Painting of Sisters by Wanda Neumann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Wanda S. Neumann Manufacturer: Wanda S. Neumann Materials: Oil On Canvas, Wood Frame Style: California Realism
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1920s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Important Monumental Vintage Folk Art Painting of Vibrant Harvest Scene - Mexico
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A captivating vintage Mexican folk art painting brimming with color, cultural richness, and a very unique story! While at a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta, our driver passed ...
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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Portrait of a Handsome Man Oil Painting by Mid Century Artist
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This beautiful mid century painting of a handsome man was painted in the 1950s. The subject was the owner of a beautiful San Diego Estate. Artist was F Stanley Herring. Beautiful antique fold leaf frame with ruby color fillet trim. Subject is seated in a royal blue chair...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

19th Century Italian Painting of The Virgin of the Fish
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Italian Painting of The Virgin of the Fish done in the Purisimo Style. Revivalist piece of a Raphael Painting. The Virgin Mary & baby Jesus with Saint Jerome and Arc Angel...
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19th Century French Revival Antique Unknown Paintings

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Giltwood, Paint

19th Century American Oil on Canvas Painting of Landscape in Gold Gilt Frame
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th century American oil on canvas painting of landscape in gold gilt frame. Scene depicts two people walking among trees next to a body...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Jan Nosek Nude Painting, c. Mid-20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Jan Nosek (American, 1876-1966) Seated nude woman in an interior setting by artist and illustrator Jan Nosek. Oil on canvas, mid 20th century Signed lower right: J. Nosek sight: 1...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Italian School Table of the 16th Century "Crucified Christ with the Virgin"
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian school table of the 16th century "Crucified Christ with the Virgin, Saint John and Mary Magdalene" Oil on board Period frame 16th century ( gold frame parts ) Measures: 41cm ...
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16th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Y. Gianni, Italian the Gulf of Naples, 19th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Y. Gianni (Italian) The Gulf of Naples, 19th Century. A beautiful signed "Y. Gianni" gouche on paper, framed and matted with description & name on matti...
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Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paper

Henry Sanders 1918-1982
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Expressionist landscape painting of Siena by Henry Sanders. 1918-1982 Henry Sanders (Helmuth Salomon) was born into a Jewish family in Germany. In 1933, he left for Holland and then England where he studied at Hornsey College of Art, under Russell Reeve and John Moody...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Canvas "Ships in port"
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dimensions: Frame: height 77 cm / width 107 cm / depth 6 cm Image: height 66 cm / width 95.5 cm.
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Canvas "Ships in port"
Canvas "Ships in port"
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Mother and Colt Horse Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mother and Colt Horse painting. Signed and dated 1971.
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20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Mother and Colt Horse Painting
Mother and Colt Horse Painting
$716 Sale Price
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Mid-Century Modern Sailboat Fleet Oil Painting by Alfred B. - Signed Original
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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...
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1960s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood

ART: Relaxing Hare Original Art Watercolor
Located in Warrenton, OR
ART: Relaxing Hare Original Art Watercolor This is a relaxing watercolor pencil drawing on heavy cotton acid-free paper. It measures about 14 x 10 inches. There is a signature on the bottom left front. Artist name / signature "Jordan". Framing will be needed, this is the original art only, no frame or mat is included. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOLLOWS; PLEASE READ THE BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY. ABOUT OUR LISTINGS: -Measurements are approximate and generally represent the approximate widest/longest/highest areas of each item. -Please be aware that the color on your monitor and/or in your environment may look somewhat different than in ours. -Please keep in mind that preowned items usually will show evidence of previous ownership, such as scuffing, scratching, and/or other wear such as dulling, etc. Buyers of preowned items are presumed to understand and accept such hints of previous ownership. Please be sure you like the item you are purchasing regardless of its history before you purchase. Since we do not offer returns, please message us with concerns or questions if you have any before purchasing an item. We'll be pleased to respond. #art #fineart #drawingsandwatercolorpaintings #paintings #surrealism #surrealist #magicalrealism #drawings #paintings #decor #retro #contemporaryart #watercolor #pencils #drawing #originalart #animalia #petportraits #hare #rabbit #bunny #sleeping #home...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Unknown Paintings

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Other

Thai Painting Depicting the War Between Heaven and Hell, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
" Thai painting depicting the War between Heaven and Hell, circa 1960 " Framed piece, Thai painting on canvas, scene of war between Heaven and Hell, circa 1960. h: 85cm, l: 207cm, p...
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20th Century Thai Anglo-Indian Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

19th C Signed Framed Horse Litho
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C signed Framed Horse Litho By Olso.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paper

19th C Signed Framed Horse Litho
19th C Signed Framed Horse Litho
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Early 19th Century French Portrait of Commander in Legion of Honor
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Early 19th Century French Portrait of Commander in Legion of Honor By Alexandre Bailly (1764-1835) Beautiful painting purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos ...
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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

19th Century Conversation At The Inn's Entrance - By Wouterus Vershuur
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Conversation At The Inn's Entrance - By Wouterus Vershuur Gorgeous painting purchased in France. See detailed photos
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19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Oil on Canvas Portrait “WWI German Field Marshal” by Franz Triebsch 1939
Located in Westfield, MA
This striking oil on canvas portrait, titled “WWI German Field Marshal” by renowned artist Franz Triebsch, dates to 1939. The subject of the painting is depicted in full regalia, wit...
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1930s German Baroque Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Stephen Etnier Modernist Painting of a Harpswell, Maine Seascape, Circa 1940s
Located in Peabody, MA
An early work by the American realist Stephen Morgan Etnier (1903-1984) depicting the village of Harpswell, Maine were he built his home and studio in the 1940s and lived until his d...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

17th century French School "Virgin and Child (Virgin of the Rosary)"
Located in Madrid, ES
17th century French School "Virgin and Child (Virgin of the Rosary)" Oil on canvas (Fragment, original canvas, tension bands, restorations) 47.3 x 37.9 cm This canvas was probably...
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17th Century French Baroque Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Oil on Canvas Painting, Signed, circa 1960
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This painting is an oil on canvas. It represents small boats near a nice bridge on a river in a French town. This painting is signed. This is a work, circa 1960.
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1960s French French Provincial Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Self Portrait In Tempura Titled “Coming Out”, Signed D. Darcy, C. 1990s
Located in Peabody, MA
A captivating self portrait in tempera, ca. 1990s, entitled “Coming Out”, signed D. Darcy. Subtle details such as the wardrobe behind the silent artist, a spectacularly improvised he...
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1990s American Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Evening Prayers by Wijdan Ali
Located in Richmond, VA
"Evening Prayers" by Wijdan Oil on canvas displayed in a giltwood frame. Painted by artist and art historian Princess Wijdan Ali in the 1970's. This piece was acquired from the estat...
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1970s Jordanian Islamic Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

ART: Hare in Repose on a Blue Mid-Century Modern Couch, Signed Original Art
Located in Warrenton, OR
ART Hare in Repose on a Blue Mid-Century Modern Couch, Signed Original Art BeFirstBoldy com This is a wonderful original artwork in complementary blues and oranges/goldens. It is a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Unknown Paintings

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Other

Painting by Caxing, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Painting by Caxing, circa 1940. Oil on canvas. Handsigned. After the style of Georges Braque and Pablo Picasso. In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and a...
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1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Framed Landscape Painting by Deane King 1966 Impressionist Scene with Blossom
Located in Lomita, CA
The size and scope of the Deane King painting is impressive, especially the way she chose to fill the space with her beautiful pastel palette.. This captivating vintage landscape pa...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Abstract Painting on Canvas by Ben Hanisch, 2022
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract painting by Ben Hanisch, 2022. 48” x 36” Acrylic on canvas, stretched on wood stretcher bars. Painted edges. Can be hung vertical or h...
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2010s Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Monumental Mughal Framed Rajasthani Painting of Maharaja on Horseback - India
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A monumental traditional Rajasthani painting professionally framed in a gilt frame. We often come across miniature versions of these which are ref...
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20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Unknown Paintings

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Glass, Wood, Paint, Silk

1962 Abstract Art Oil on Canvas signed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Fabulous abstract midcentury art 1962 oil on canvas board Frame 26.75 x 32.5 w .75 Art 20 x 24.25 Signed Original unrestored condition. Refer to images please
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Triptych Russian Icon of Christ & The Virgin of the Unfading Roses, c. 1700's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A traditional Russian triptych of Christ and the Virgin of the Unfading Roses. The Mother of God and her son are shown wearing crowns and dressed in r...
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Early 1700s Russian Antique Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

Amy Jones (Frisbie) Still Life with Flowers
Located in Savannah, GA
Amy Jones (Frisbie) (New York, 1899-1992) Still life with zinnias in original Newcomb-Macklin frame, c.1930. Signed lower left. Artists name and address on ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

Unknown paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown paintings are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown paintings, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 884 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 22 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original paintings by Unknown were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. Prices for Unknown paintings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $75 and can go as high as $125,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,492.
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