Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

German, 1900-1978

Biography Fred Darge (1900-1978) Friedrich Ernst Darge Born: March 1, 1900, Rendsburg, Germany Died: April 10, 1978, Dallas, Texas Entered the U.S.; Jan. 14, 1923, at Port Arthur, Texas. By 1924 he was in Chicago painting under the W.P.A. Artists policy and attending the Art Institute of Chicago from where he graduated. While in Chicago he painted and made model sail boats, an interest he acquired in the German Merchant Marine at the age of 16. He also married, became a father, and managed a painting trip throughout Minnesota and the Dakotas with his wife and son. By July of 1933 he had separated from his wife and son in Chicago and had settled in San Antonio, Texas as a starving artist. In September 1935 he moved to Dallas where he finished his paintings during the winter months and spent the summers painting on the ranches in West Texas and New Mexico. He entered the Army on Nov. 11, 1942, served in the south Pacific and was honorably discharged on March 22, 1944. He went to work in the defense industry for North American Aviation as a technical illustrator until the wars end. Back in Dallas, Fred bought a WWII ambulance and converted it to an artist's studio-van and spent the years from 1946 to 1978 traveling and painting throughout Texas and New Mexico, returning to Dallas to finish his paintings, carve, build and sail his model boats. His later years were spent at his studio adjacent to the Dallas Art Association where he also acted as an instructor. His paintings have been exhibited in Chicago, New York, Miami, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Austin, Taos, and Sante Fe. A photo of Mae West looking at Fred's Self-portrait was published in the "Dallas News" 5-6-'39. She was concluding an engagement at the Majestic Theater in Dallas and between shows previewed his exhibition. An extensive biographical article is in the "Dallas News" of 2-23-47 and also on 3-16-41

Artist: Fred Darge

Fred DargeBlue, Red, and Brown Abstract Impressionist Painting of a Cowboy on a Horse, Mid-20th Century

$1,250

Blue, Red, and Brown Abstract Impressionist Painting of a Cowboy on a Horse

Located in Houston, TX

Blue, red, and brown abstract impressionist painting by Texas artist Fred Darge. The painting depicts a cowboy wearing a blue shirt and a red hat as he sits on a brown riding horse. Signed by the artist at the bottom right corner. Unstretched and unframed but framing options are available. Artist Biography: Friedrich Ernst (Fred) Darge was born in Rendsburg, Germany March 1, 1900, and died in Dallas, Texas April 10, 1978. He entered the U.S. at Port Arthur, Texas in 1923. By 1924 he was in Chicago...

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Impressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Large Original Oil Painting Abstract Expressionist Horse, 1990

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 60 in W 60 in D 1.5 in

Large Original Oil Painting Abstract Expressionist Horse

Located in Soquel, CA

Stunning large scale abstract expressionist horse's head/eye, circa 1990. Unsigned. Unframed. Size: 60"H x 60"W x 1.5.

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1990s Abstract Impressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Brian Keith Stephens"Angels And Cowboys" - Oil And Wax Figurative Painting with Horse, 2025

$14,000

H 50 in W 30 in

"Angels And Cowboys" - Oil And Wax Figurative Painting with Horse

By Brian Keith Stephens

Located in Denver, CO

Brian Keith Stephens presents an original, handmade composition titled "Angels and Cowboys", created in 2025. This oil and wax on cotton painting measures 50 inches high by 30 inches...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Cotton, Wax, Oil

Jessica Cook"Bluepoint" (2024) By Jessica Cook, Original Oil Painting of Cat, 2024

$550

H 8 in W 8 in D 1.25 in

"Bluepoint" (2024) By Jessica Cook, Original Oil Painting of Cat

Located in Denver, CO

"Bluepoint" (2024) by Jessica Cook is an original, handmade oil painting on canvas mounted on panel. This piece depicts a cat on an abstracted background.

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Panel

Graciela Rodo BoulangerWoman Walking Dog, ca. 1970

$850

H 12.25 in W 14.25 in D 1 in

Woman Walking Dog

By Graciela Rodo Boulanger

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Circle of Graciela Rodo Boulanger. Woman Walking Dog, ca. 1970. Oil on wood panel measuring 5 x 7 inches; 12.25 x 14.25 inches framed. Signed indistinctly upper right.

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Brian Keith Stephens"Looks Like Sun" Original Buffalo Art by Brian Keith Stephens, Western Landscape, 2024

$9,500

H 32 in W 40 in

"Looks Like Sun" Original Buffalo Art by Brian Keith Stephens, Western Landscape

By Brian Keith Stephens

Located in Denver, CO

"Looks Like Sun" is an evocative original painting by Brian Keith Stephens, capturing the rugged spirit of a western buffalo. This piece, using oil and wax on cotton, measures 32 x 4...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Cotton, Wax, Oil

Steffen Bue"Nice Friend I & II" A Pair/Set Of 2 Miniature Pink Red Abstract Portraits, 2022

$380

H 7.88 in W 7.88 in

"Nice Friend I & II" A Pair/Set Of 2 Miniature Pink Red Abstract Portraits

By Steffen Bue

Located in Frederiksberg C, DK

Brighten your living space with the vivid and joyful "Nice Friend 1" and "Nice Friend 2” – a delightful pair of two miniature paintings by contemporary artist Steffen Bue. Each measu...

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2010s Abstract Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Modernist Impasto Goldfish

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

H 24 in W 36 in D 1 in

Modernist Impasto Goldfish

Located in Soquel, CA

Stunning modernist impasto painting of a goldfish with coral reminiscent of California Abstract Expressionist painter Joan Brown's early work. Circa 2000. W...

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Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Gesso, Canvas, Oil

Tetiana AdamovichBe bright, 2026

$1,196

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in

Be bright

Located in Zofingen, AG

This work feels like a small celebration of transformation. The figure resembles a creature that has just invented its own wings and is testing what it means to be lighter than air. ...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Andrei SitskoVI p.m. Horses series, 2022

$2,392

H 43.31 in W 43.31 in D 0.79 in

VI p.m. Horses series

Located in Zofingen, AG

In creating this piece, I was drawn to the dynamic intensity and elegance of polo, a sport of both tradition and thrilling moments. By using a circular frame, I isolated the scene, f...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Daria KustoNOT DEAD, 2024

Unavailable|~~$1,435~~

H 37.01 in W 61.03 in D 0.4 in

NOT DEAD

By Daria Kusto

Located in CÓRDOBA, ES

Original art by Daria Kusto. Acrylic , acrylic spray on canvas Shipped rolled in a tube, From Spain.

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2010s Abstract Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Mougenot NatalyaContemporary figurative dog's portrait oil painting canvas "Clever Fox", 2026

$598

H 11.42 in W 11.42 in D 1.38 in

Contemporary figurative dog's portrait oil painting canvas "Clever Fox"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

“Clever Fox” oil painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot: intuitive abstract dog portrait on stretched cotton canvas, 29x29x3.5 cm (11.4x11.4x1.4 inches), from her expressive anim...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Linen, Oil

Dragana Milovic'Lovely Memories, ' by Dragana Milovic, Acrylic on Canvas Painting, 2020

$4,500

H 24 in W 36 in D 1.5 in

'Lovely Memories, ' by Dragana Milovic, Acrylic on Canvas Painting

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This surrealistic acrylic painting on canvas by Dragana Milovic depicts her impressions and dream images after moving to the central US. As a Serbian ...

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2010s Abstract Fred Darge Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

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