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John Emanuel Art

British, b. 1930
We are pleased to sell works on behalf of John Emanuel. John works in Porthmeor, Cornwall. He has received no formal art training. His natural creativity is inspired by a love of his subject – the figure and the figure embraced by the landscape, has developed into a consistent theme. His drawings exhibit a clear, classical form and a simplicity of line which strengthens the relationship between the contours of the figure and the contours of the land. He loves the singular beauty of the Cornish coastline and the extraordinary light. The notion of forms sleeping beneath the earth are a recurring theme. John works in a variety of media: charcoal, gouache, oils and, more recently mixed media and lino-types, a method he learned from John Wells. His preferred medium is oil paint using hand and mould made papers laid down on archive quality board. John Emanuel “it is the figure , not the nude I am interested in…” The art critic, Frank Ruhrmund has observed that… “his works go beyond the nude. He has always striven to transcend the obvious and succeeded, and they have as much to do with the local landscape as they do with the human figure.”
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Artist: John Emanuel
Horizontal and Vertical Figures, Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
Horizontal and Vertical Figures, Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting

Horizontal and Vertical Figures, Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Warm sepia tones in this classic Emanuel painting. John Emanuel "it is the figure , not the nude I am interested in..." Oil on board. Signed. Black wood frame

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Emanuel Art

Materials

Oil

Standing Figure: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel
Standing Figure: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel

Standing Figure: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Large oil on paper by this well collected British artist. Signed and dated 1980 lower left. Superb example of this artists work. Behind glass in excellent condition, new mount origin...

Category

1980s Contemporary John Emanuel Art

Materials

Paper, Oil

Contemporary Nude Etching by John Emanuel
Contemporary Nude Etching by John Emanuel

Contemporary Nude Etching by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Signed Limited Edition Etching 32 of 75 the artist more known for his Gouache and Oil paintings has here put his hand to an etching. Image 16" x 11"

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

Materials

Paper

Pensive: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel

Pensive: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Less is more from the studio of John Emanuel Image 21" x 15" Originally from Bury, in the North of England, John Emanuel works in Porthmeor, Cornwall. He has received no formal art...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Emanuel Art

Materials

Gouache

In The Pink: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel

In The Pink: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Another very pretty mixed media from the studio of this well collected British artist. Image 21" x 15" mounted Originally from Bury, in the North of England, John Emanuel works in ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Emanuel Art

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Orange Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel
Orange Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

Orange Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Orange mono color from the studio of this very well collected British artist. Image 21" x 15" Originally from Bury, in the North of England, John Emanuel works in Porthmeor, Cornwa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Mixed Media

Red Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel

Red Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Very pretty Emanuel pose. "it is the figure , not the nude I am interested in..." J Emanuel Image 20.5" x 14" Matted 25.5" x 19" Signed Originally from Bury, in the North of Engl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

Materials

Mixed Media

Romy: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

Romy: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

John Emanuel embarking on a series of works using new life models. Unusual for a artist who has over the last 40 years only had 3 previous sitters. Now working with Sarah Jane and Ro...

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Gouache, ABS

Orange Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

Orange Mono Figure: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

By John Emanuel

Located in Brecon, Powys

Orange mono color from the studio of this very well collected British artist. Image 21" x 15" Originally from Bury, in the North of England, John Emanuel works in Porthmeor, Cornwa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

Materials

Mixed Media

I Can’t Stay Away From You 1980s Vintage Painting Mature Female Nude In Cornwall
I Can’t Stay Away From You 1980s Vintage Painting Mature Female Nude In Cornwall

I Can’t Stay Away From You 1980s Vintage Painting Mature Female Nude In Cornwall

By John Emanuel

Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset

John Emanuel . English ( b.1930 - d.2024 ). I Can’t Stay Away From You. Watercolor & Ink. Signed Lower Right. Image size 28.3 inches x 19.9 inches ( 72cm x 50.5cm ). Frame size 35.2...

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Late 20th Century Modern John Emanuel Art

Materials

Paper, Ink, Watercolor

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John Emanuel art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic John Emanuel art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange, red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by John Emanuel in paint, watercolor, gouache 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 contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large John Emanuel art, so small editions measuring 12 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jamel Akib, Brian Elwell, and James Stroudley. John Emanuel art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $395 and tops out at $3,577, while the average work can sell for $850.