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Martin Allen Art

British, English, b. 1963
Martin Allen is a London based artist. Martin came to oil painting through a circuitous route, having drawn for most of his life and being largely self-taught he was eventually re-introduced to oil painting as a preferred medium to create his varied and diverse work. The methods he uses to paint are classic ones, using layered paint applications rounded off by oil glazes. These create, add depth and harmonise colours. He has shown solo numerous times at Goodwood, and other fairs, been a finalist at the ‘London art Biennale 2019’, been published in Vogue magazine, alongside various commissions including work for the BP Shipping collection. His next show will be at The Affordable Art Fair in March 2024 with La Belle Epoch Gallery.
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Artist: Martin Allen
Can Am Slayer - Porsche 917-10 by artist Martin Allen
Can Am Slayer - Porsche 917-10 by artist Martin Allen

Can Am Slayer - Porsche 917-10 by artist Martin Allen

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

"Bold. Fast. Unstoppable. This original oil on canvas painting captures the ferocity of the Porsche 917-10 — the turbocharged beast that dominated the American Can-Am series in the e...

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2010s Contemporary Martin Allen Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

First Blood - Porsche 917K by artist Martin Allen
First Blood - Porsche 917K by artist Martin Allen

First Blood - Porsche 917K by artist Martin Allen

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

Immerse yourself in the legendary world of motorsport with this 917K art, inspired by the iconic number 23 endurance race car that was the first 917 to conquer Le Mans. This stunning...

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Cotton Canvas, Oil

Brillo Bouquet
Brillo Bouquet

Brillo Bouquet

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

"Brillo Bouquet" is a bold, poetic collision of two artistic worlds: the raw, emotive brushwork of Vincent van Gogh and the slick, iconic commercialism of Andy Warhol. In this striki...

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2010s Contemporary Martin Allen Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Rolex Submariner
Rolex Submariner

Rolex Submariner

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

About the artwork Having always had a love for vintage watches, Martin thought it was about time he painted a couple. Here we have a timeless classic the Rolex Submariner. Launched ...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

Materials

Oil

About Last Night?
About Last Night?

About Last Night?

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

'About Last Night?' is a fine art pigment print of 42cm x 59cm on Somerset Velvet Paper from an edition of 100 by emerging artist Martin Allen. Have you...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Pigment

Ford Vs Ferrari
Ford Vs Ferrari

Ford Vs Ferrari

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

This piece was painted as an homage to the recent movie and the valiant battles that took place at the Le Mans 24 races in the 1960's between the Ford GT40's and Ferraris. The canvas is 36" high x 24" wide and would make a lovely addition to any classic car collectors garage or den. Presently the artwork is unframed although framing could be arranged at an additional cost. About the artist Martin...

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2010s Contemporary Martin Allen Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Ray Hanna Spitfire, Goodwood 1998
Ray Hanna Spitfire, Goodwood 1998

Ray Hanna Spitfire, Goodwood 1998

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

After reading many pilots accounts of their experiences during WW2 I wanted to paint a tribute to their braveness. Fittingly at the 20th anniversary of the Goodwood Revival meeting i...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Mix Tape number 2
Mix Tape number 2

Mix Tape number 2

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

Immerse yourself in a symphony of sight and sound with Martin Allen's "Mix Tape Number 2." Inspired by the nostalgia of mix cassette tapes, this vibrant masterpiece transcends tradit...

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2010s Pop Art Martin Allen Art

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Pigment

Catwoman
Catwoman

Catwoman

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

'Catwoman' is a fine art pigment print of 42cm x 59cm on Somerset Velvet Paper from an edition of 100 by emerging artist Martin Allen. Each is printed o...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Pigment

Yes Darling
Yes Darling

Yes Darling

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

One of a series of slightly edgy thought provoking series titled 'Yes Darling', is he in charge or is she in charge?... About The Artist Artist Martin Allen is a London based. Marti...

Category

2010s Photorealist Martin Allen Art

Materials

Oil

24ct Mad Cat Burlesque
24ct Mad Cat Burlesque

24ct Mad Cat Burlesque

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

'24ct Mad Cat' is a fine art original oil on natural linen portrait inspired inspired by my amazing burlesque dancer friend. The painting is 60cm x 80cm and is oil paint on natural l...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Oil

Mix Tape number 1
Mix Tape number 1

Mix Tape number 1

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

Immerse yourself in a symphony of sight and sound with Martin Allen's "Mix Tape Number 1." Inspired by the nostalgia of mix cassette tapes, this vibrant masterpiece transcends tradit...

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2010s Pop Art Martin Allen Art

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Pigment

Longtail
Longtail

Longtail

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

This piece was painted as an homage to the recent movie and the valiant battles that took place at the Le Mans 24 races in the 1960's between the Ford GT40's and Ferraris. The canvas is 36" high x 24" wide and would make a lovely addition to any classic car collectors garage or den. Presently the artwork is unframed although framing could be arranged at an additional cost. About the artist Martin...

Category

2010s Contemporary Martin Allen Art

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Mad Cat Cabaret
Mad Cat Cabaret

Mad Cat Cabaret

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

Mad Cat Cabaret Painted with the help of the lovely and beautiful Mad Cat Burlesque. One of a series of 2 burlesque artworks. Slightly edgy and thought provoking both paintings depicting the alluring Mad Cat Burlesque dancer. This painting is Oil on linen and is 80cm x 60cm, framed in a simple black tray frame. About the Artist Artist Martin Allen...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Oil

About Last Night?
About Last Night?

About Last Night?

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

About last night is a fine art original oil on natural linen LGBTQ art inspired painting 60cm x 80cm and limited edition of 100 signed A2 Giclee prints of ‘About last night’ by emerging London artist Martin Allen. Have you ever been on a crazy bender of an evening in Soho London or Greenwich Village NYC...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Oil

Basquiat Convers Sneakers Art by Martin Allen – Iconic Pop Culture Meets Vintage
Basquiat Convers Sneakers Art by Martin Allen – Iconic Pop Culture Meets Vintage

Basquiat Convers Sneakers Art by Martin Allen – Iconic Pop Culture Meets Vintage

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

The sixth in a series of worn out Chuck Taylor Basquiat Converse Trainers. This time with a pair of my Converse Basquiat sneakers. Titled ‘Life Imitates Art III’ these sneakers feature the classic Basquiat dinosaur...

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2010s Pop Art Martin Allen Art

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Perception
Perception

Perception

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

Perception Painted during lockdown with the help of the lovely @djadja I managed to put brush to canvas and this is the result. This painting is Oil on linen and is 80cm x 60cm, framed in a simple black tray frame. About the Artist Artist Martin Allen...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Oil

Hands Up!
Hands Up!

Hands Up!

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

Hands Up! One in a series of slightly edgy and thought provoking paintings depicting the beautiful and alluring model Amy who has some fantastic tatoos. This painting is Oil on li...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Oil

With Or Without
With Or Without

With Or Without

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

'With or Without' is a fine art original 'oil on natural linen' Christian Louboutin heels inspired painting measuring 60cm x 80cm (31" x 23") framed in a simple black wood 'tray frame'. Plus a limited edition of 100 signed A2 pigmen prints on Somerset Velvet Paper by emerging London artist Martin Allen...

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2010s Martin Allen Art

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Oil

In These Shoes
In These Shoes

In These Shoes

By Martin Allen

Located in London, GB

In These Shoes A super sexy oil on linen provocative BDSM painting of a sexy woman wearing Louboutin heels. Martin Allen is a London based artist. Marti...

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2010s Photorealist Martin Allen Art

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Oil

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Find a wide variety of authentic Martin Allen available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Martin Allen in oil paint, paint, pigment print 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 Photorealist style. Not every interior allows for large Martin Allen, so small editions measuring 16 inches across are available. Martin Allen prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $231 and tops out at $3,874, while the average work can sell for $3,056.