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John Emanuel Figurative Paintings

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract John Emanuel Figurative Paintings

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Oil

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Emanuel Figurative Paintings

Materials

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 Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

Sarah-Jane, Pink: Contemporary Mixed Media Figurative Painting by John Emanuel

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 Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gouache

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

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

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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 Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

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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 Figurative Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Reclining With Tulips: Contemporary Figurative Mixed Media Painting
Reclining With Tulips: Contemporary Figurative Mixed Media Painting

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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Classical Head : Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel
Classical Head : Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel

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Located in Brecon, Powys

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Classical Heads

John EmanuelClassical Heads, 2015

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H 14.75 in W 16.75 in D 1 in

Classical Heads

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Located in Brecon, Powys

From the artist's very popular Classical Head series. This time unusually a pair of heads. Oil and gold leaf on board White wood frame, behind glass.

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John Emanuel figurative paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic John Emanuel figurative paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of figurative paintings 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, oil paint, 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 figurative paintings, so small editions measuring 12 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Penny, Rupert Aker, and Penny Rumble. John Emanuel figurative paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $740 and tops out at $1,858, while the average work can sell for $818.