"Three Men in Tatters, " Surrealist Painting with Semi-Nude Figures by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Over his long career, John Lear liked to depict nude or half-nude male figures set in fantastic or exotic environments such as the circus, carnival, deserted beach, or Dali-esque set...
"Trio, " Rare and Early Oil Painting of Three Nudes in Surreal Landscape by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary of Paul Cadmus, and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions, John Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers ...
Canvas
"Semi-Nude Man with Beech Tree, " Pencil Drawing by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Much like Salvador Dali, who continued to create his mysterious and puzzling landscapes long after Surrealism had lost its popularity, John Lear drew and painted in the same manner f...
"Male Nude with Banner and Pole, " Rare Midcentury Painting by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
John Lear was a contemporary of Paul Cadmus and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions. However, Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers in the Philadelphia area. Unlike Cadmus, Lear depicted nude or half-nude figures set in fantastic or exotic environments such as the circus, carnival, deserted beach, or Dali-esque setting. This richly-detailed watercolor, depicting a tall, lean male figure straddling a pole holding a Medieval banner...
Paint
Aftermath Watercolor by John B. Lear, Signed Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large John B. Lear watercolor, "Aftermath". Painted in the early 1960's, probably one of his most provocative and important works! Jesus on the Cross is a common theme in LGBT Christ...
Paint
"Seated Male Figure, Beachside, " Early Drawing by John B. Lear with Cabana
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely and beautifully captured, this depiction of a shirtless young man, handsome and pensive, sitting on the beach with his legs grasped in his ...
Paper
Midcentury Abstract Painting by Arnold Taraborrelli
By Arnold Taraborrelli
Located in Atlanta, GA
Midcentury abstract painting by Arnold Taraborrelli, American, circa 1959. It is entitled "Break-Away" and is executed in gouache on artist board and retains it's original frame. Tar...
Glass, Wood, Paint
Vintage Signed Male Seated Nude Portrait
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Nude Portrait Study of a Sitting Man.Appears to be Pastel on Paper.Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Wear and Tear Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 26 W ; 20 H
Paper
Pencil and Pastel Drawing of a Young, Handsome Man
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This is an engaging and sensitive vintage portrait of a handsome young man, executed in pastel and pencil on paper. The work has an intimate, personal appeal and a timeless quality t...
Paper
$450
H 17 in W 18.5 in D 1 in
Signed 1963 Mid-Century Californian Modern Abstract Watercolor by Gene Lesser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Watercolor, Wood Frame A signed 1963 abstract watercolor by Jean Lesser, featuring layered biomorphic forms in rich blues, greens, ...
Wood
$2,200
H 36 in W 48 in D 0.5 in
Large Mid Century Modern Organic Abstract Earth Tone Painting by J Durand 1960s
By Durand
Located in Troy, MI
Large abstract acrylic painting by Michigan artist Joel Durand USA circa 1960s Organic abstraction with a restrained palette of warm neutrals accented by saturated orange and ochre ...
Metal
$2,750
H 39.25 in W 23.75 in
Clement Haupers 1940s Double-Sided Oil Painting, Male Model and Female Nude
By Clement Haupers
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This is a striking double-sided oil on board by Clement “Clem” Haupers (1900–1982), dating to the 1940s, featuring a seated male model on one side and a female nude on the reverse. T...
Paint, Particle Board
Early 20th Century Danish Landscape Oil Painting with Footbridge
Located in Ebberup, DK
A small-scale oil painting depicting a peaceful rural landscape, with a narrow stream winding through the foreground and beneath a simple wooden footbridge. Mature trees dominate the...
Paint
Vintage Male Nude Drawing on Paper
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage male nude drawing on paper is a striking example of 20th-century figure study, executed with a fine, confident use of shading that capt...
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vintage Boho Ink Drawing of Nude Man on Paper Signed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your art collection with this Vintage Boho Ink Drawing of a Nude Man on Paper, signed by the artist. This captivating piece combines bold, expressive lines with a bohemian fl...
Glass, Wood, Paper
1940s Nude Male Drawings in Charcoal
By Michelle Nussbaumer
Located in Dallas, TX
1940s nude male drawings in charcoal matted and framed. These drawings are matted in a neutral color with a rustic wood frame.
Charcoal
Woman Figure Drawing by artist MG, 1998
Located in Pomona, CA
Drawing of a female figure done with watercolor and pencil. Signed M.G. and dated '98. Made with neutral colors and raw lines, this one-of-a-kind drawing depicts a woman posing with...
Paper
Original Jansen Architectural Pencil Drawing
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
An original Jansen pencil drawing depicting an architectural detail "Rosace de Plafond" page 137. Stamped: Jansen, 9 Rue Royale Paris 8e.
Paper
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H 17.25 in W 14 in D 1.5 in L 17.25 in
"Kaleidoscopic", Rare Surrealist Painting with Half Nude Male by John Lear, 1986
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Painted by John B. Lear at the height of his career, this surrealist piece depicts a half nude male figure in tights in the background and another male figure in the foreground holdi...
Paint
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H 16.5 in W 19.5 in D 1 in
"Recumbent Male Nude in Surreal Setting, " 1950s Tempera Painting by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extraordinary early work of John B. Lear, who is increasingly appreciated for his Mid Century paintings and drawings of male nudes in surreal settings, this 1950s tempera painting...
Paint
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H 23 in W 18.75 in D 0.75 in
"Two Male Nudes with Rope, " Early and Very Fine Pencil Drawing by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very finely drawn, and beautifully conceived, this pencil drawing by John Lear depicts two, slender nude male figures standing on a dock or pier, one holding onto a rope dangling fro...
Paper
"St. Sebastian, " Early and Important Drawing with Male Nude by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although depictions of St. Sebastian have often depicted this figure with both pathos and sensuality, this example celebrates the beauty of the saint's physique more than the pain of...
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H 17.5 in W 14.5 in D 0.5 in
"Two Male Nudes, " Early and Unusual Midcentury Drawing by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary of Paul Cadmus, and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions, John Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers ...
"The Helmet, " Early and Striking Drawing with Male Nude by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although John Lear depicts his figure holding a drill press, resting one foot on its plywood base, he inexplicably named this drawing "The Helmet." In any ...
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H 28 in W 24 in D 1 in
"Nude in Marble Hall, " Unusual, Early Watercolor with Male Nude by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
John Lear was a contemporary of Paul Cadmus and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions. However, Lear never gained fame beyond his ci...
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H 21 in W 25.75 in D 1 in
"Many Hands, " Rare Surrealist Lithograph with Male Nudes by John Lear, 1930s
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Much like Salvador Dali, who continued to create his mysterious and puzzling landscapes long after Surrealism had lost its popularity, John Lear drew and painted in this manner for s...
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H 24 in W 20 in D 0.5 in
"Footballer, " Rare, Early Drawing of Semi-Nude Male with Football by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strikingly attenuated, almost Mannerist in form, this early drawing by John B. Lear is a masterful example of his figural work. A contemporary of Paul Cadmus and like him, highly foc...
Paper
"Arm in Arm, " Unusual and Rare Drawing with Male Nudes by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary of Paul Cadmus, and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions, John Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers ...
Pencil, Paper