Gustave Courbet Paintings

French, 1819-1877

Gustave Courbet (1819–1877) was a pioneering French painter and the leading figure of the Realist movement in 19th-century art. Rejecting the idealized subjects of Romanticism, Courbet sought to depict the world directly and truthfully, portraying landscapes, workers, peasants, and scenes of everyday life with bold naturalism. A Bay with Cliffs (c. 1869) exemplifies his mastery of seascapes, where rugged coastlines and crashing waves reflect both the power of nature and Courbet’s ability to convey atmosphere with dramatic brushwork. His marine paintings often pushed beyond simple observation, capturing a sense of raw energy and mood that influenced later Impressionists. Courbet’s career was marked by both critical success and political controversy—he was outspoken, independent, and determined to place art at the service of social truth. Today, his works, including A Bay with Cliffs, remain central to the story of modern art, bridging traditional realism and the innovations that shaped Impressionism.

Artist: Gustave Courbet

Gustave Courbet'Paysage de Neige Dans le Jura, Avec Chevreuil'. Mid 19th Century Oil on Canvas., 1860s

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'Paysage de Neige Dans le Jura, Avec Chevreuil'. Mid 19th Century Oil on Canvas.

By Gustave Courbet

Located in Cotignac, FR

Mid 19th century French oil on canvas of a snow scene in the Jura by Gustave Courbet. Signed bottom right in his characteristic 'ox-blood' red. Our painting is very similar in compo...

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19th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Clive Madgwick (1934–2005)Traditional English Thatched Cottage by River with Swans Listed British Artist, 1980's

$1,649Sale Price|20% Off

H 18 in W 23 in

Traditional English Thatched Cottage by River with Swans Listed British Artist

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The River Cottage by Clive Madgwick (1934–2005) signed & dated 1980's oil on canvas, framed in an elaborate swept frame framed: 18 x 23 inches canvas: 13 x 17.5 inches Provenance: pr...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Franklin WhiteFranklin White, British Australian Impressionist view of English country cottage, 1937

$423Sale Price|20% Off

H 9 in W 12 in D 1 in

Franklin White, British Australian Impressionist view of English country cottage

By Franklin White

Located in Harkstead, GB

A wonderful image of an English country cottage set in a meadow with cattle grazing. Franklin White (1892-1975) A cottage in the countryside Signed with initials and dated (19)32 Oi...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Board

Mervyn GoodeSummer Cloud Reflections On The River Original 20th Century British Oil Painting

$1,319Sale Price|20% Off

H 14.75 in W 18.75 in

Summer Cloud Reflections On The River Original 20th Century British Oil Painting

By Mervyn Goode

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Mervyn Goode (British, b. 1948), signed lower right Title: Tranquil Pastoral Landscape with Cattle grazing Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, framed. Size: ...

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20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

European ArtistLarge Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Swept Frame River Woodlands Birds

$1,759Sale Price|20% Off

H 25 in W 35 in

Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Swept Frame River Woodlands Birds

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

European artist, second half 20th century signed lower corner oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 35 inches canvas: 20 x 30 inches provenance: private ...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Antique English Impressionist Signed Dog Portrait Landscape Terrier Oil Painting, 1921

$1,475

H 28 in W 31 in D 2 in

Antique English Impressionist Signed Dog Portrait Landscape Terrier Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique English dog portrait landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed. Measuring: 28 by 31 inches overall, and 20 by 24 painting alone. In excellent original condition...

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1920s Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Julius Paul Junghanns“In June (Im Juni)” By Julius Paul Junghanns dated "1913", 1913

$4,450Sale Price|50% Off

H 27.25 in W 31.5 in

“In June (Im Juni)” By Julius Paul Junghanns dated "1913"

Located in SANTA FE, NM

“In June (Im Juni)” Julius Paul Junghanns (German, 1876-1958) Oil on canvas Signed and dated “1913,” titled on reverse 18 ½ x 23 1/4 (27 1/4 x 31...

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1910s Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

European ArtistCrashing Waves Rocky Coast Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Frame

$1,759Sale Price|20% Off

H 25 in W 35 in

Crashing Waves Rocky Coast Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Frame

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

European artist, second half 20th century signed lower corner oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 35 inches canvas: 20 x 30 inches provenance: private ...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Ray SimoniniRay Simonini, "Dante" 24x24 Long Horn Bull Oil Painting on Canvas, 2023

$1,080Sale Price|20% Off

H 24 in W 24 in

Ray Simonini, "Dante" 24x24 Long Horn Bull Oil Painting on Canvas

By Ray Simonini

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Dante" is a 24x24 oil painting on canvas featuring a portrait of a long horned bull standing facing forward. Soft light from an afternoon sun glows...

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2010s Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Rounding Up the Horses - Caballero, mid 20th Century

$875

H 23.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.75 in

Rounding Up the Horses - Caballero

Located in Soquel, CA

Dynamic depiction of a rider with a group of horses near the water's edge. Several horses are in for foreground, running towards the viewer. Just behind them, a rider in American col...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

American artistLARGE AMERICAN SIGNED OIL PAINTING - CATTLE HERDER ON HORSEBACK WIDE LANDSCAPE, C. 1970'S

$2,144Sale Price|20% Off

H 28.5 in W 40.5 in D 1 in

LARGE AMERICAN SIGNED OIL PAINTING - CATTLE HERDER ON HORSEBACK WIDE LANDSCAPE

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: American School, signed lower corner. Title: Leading them Home. Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed Size: painting: 25.5 x 37.5 inches, frame: 28.5 x 40.5 inch...

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20th Century American Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Ray SimoniniRay Simonini, "Bowie" 24x20 Farm Animal Impressionist White Rooster Oil Painting, 2023

$1,200

H 24 in W 20 in

Ray Simonini, "Bowie" 24x20 Farm Animal Impressionist White Rooster Oil Painting

By Ray Simonini

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Bowie" is a 24x20 farm animal oil painting on canvas featuring a portrait of a white rooster walking outside the barn in lush green grass...

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2010s Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Madeline SelfeHighland Stag Family of Deer Glen Dhu Sutherland Scotland signed British oil, Mid 19th Century

$2,639Sale Price|20% Off

H 24 in W 27 in

Highland Stag Family of Deer Glen Dhu Sutherland Scotland signed British oil

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Highland Family by Madeline Selfe (British 1910-2005) signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 24 x 27 inches canvas: 19.75 x 23.5 inches provenance: private collection, -UK The pai...

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20th Century Impressionist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Previously Available Items

Gustave CourbetWaves Breaking, c. 1860

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H 16 in W 36 in

Waves Breaking

By Gustave Courbet

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Signed lower left. This work depicts waves breaking on the coast with a boat struggling in the squall. Courbet worked with an entourage of pupils and painted and collaborated with t...

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Mid-19th Century Realist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Gustave CourbetWaterfall - The Jura, c.1850

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H 17 in W 21 in

Waterfall - The Jura

By Gustave Courbet

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

A very important work by Gustave Courbet depicting the image of the falls in Jura. A really remarkable piece showing great expertise and superiority in...

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Mid-19th Century Realist Gustave Courbet Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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