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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
I Can’t Stay Away From You. 1980s Vintage.A Mature Lady Wearing Open Pink Shirt
By John Emanuel
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
John Emanuel . English ( b.1930 ). 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 inches x...
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Late 20th Century Modern John Emanuel Art

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Paper, Ink, Watercolor

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"
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Paper

Classical Head: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel
By John Emanuel
Located in Brecon, Powys
Latest opulent work from the artist's Classical Head series. Oil and gold leaf on board in white wood frame Signed verso Image 8.75" x 7". Framed 13" x 11.75"
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2010s Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Gold Leaf

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Mixed Media

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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Emanuel Art

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Gouache

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Emanuel Art

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Oil

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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21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Emanuel Art

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Gouache, ABS

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Mixed Media

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...
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1980s Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Paper, Oil

Reclining With Tulips: Contemporary Figurative Mixed Media Painting
By John Emanuel
Located in Brecon, Powys
Classic John Emanuel figurative painting. Mixed media on paper, signed and well framed. Excellent condition Framed 13" x 16". Image 7.5" x 10.25" 21st Century
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Early 2000s Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Charcoal, Oil, Gouache

Sarah-Jane, Pink: 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Gouache

Sarah Jane In Blue: 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Art

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Gouache

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

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Mixed Media

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Emanuel Art

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Gouache

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Figure: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel
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On The Beach: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel
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Waiting: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative painting by John Emanuel
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Green Mono Figure
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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.

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