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"Pescados En El Mar" Abstract Artwork By Mexican Artist Maricruz H. Covarrubias
Located in New York, NY
"Pescados En El Mar" acrylic on canvas abstract artwork by Mexican artist Maricruz Hernandez Covarrubias 1947-2016 Painting measurements: width 39.25 height 19.75 Maricruz H. Cova...
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1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Vintage Portrait Painting of Family Reading
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Oil On Canvas, Gilt-Wood Frame Style: Realism
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1950s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

1970s Latin American Art Flower Vendor Oil on Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Latin America Art Flower Vendor Oil on wood Painting Unsigned 31.25 h x 23.25 w x .75 h Preowned unrestored vintage condition See images provided.
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

Post Modern Shaped Canvas Painting by Joan Swanson, D. 1984
Located in Peabody, MA
Post modern shaped canvas work of a pink painted triangle by Southern California artist Joan Swanson, dated 1984. She is a well exhibited painter and sculptor who studied with the renowned minimalists John McCracken...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Four Small 20th Century Parisian Landscapes in Oil by Andre Bessp
Located in Sheffield, MA
The four petite 20th century Parisian landscapes are painted and signed in oil on paper board by Andre Bessp. The artist has labeled and signed each one on the back: "Canal a Gaurnay fondly Bessp," "Place Furstenberg...
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Mid-20th Century French Expressionist Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paper

20th. Century Surrealist Landscape Painting
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Captivating surrealist Asian countryside landscape scene. Artist has incorporated surrealism into this landscape; using details and colors to make shadows the backdrop of the painting, highlighted by a central stream of light...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Unknown Paintings

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Acrylic

Painting for Partners of Americas International Convention by Jaqui Von Honts
Located in San Antonio, TX
Large painting for the Partners of Americas International Convention in 1980 by Texas artist Jacqui Von Honts. Jacqui Von Honts had outstanding creative tale...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Flower Still Life with Dahlias, Oil on Canvas, Gaston Geleyn, Dated 1934
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Flower still life with dahlias, in beautiful, vibrant colors. Oil on canvas. The round format is very unusual. Frame and canvas are an original whole. The painting is signed in the paint on the lower right and dated, 1934. The painting is framed behind anti-reflective glass, which means that the colors are beautifully preserved. The frame is subtly carved in Art Deco style. A similar painting by the same painter is depicted in an old exhibition book by this painter. See picture. His work work has also been purchased by various museums. The book about Gaston Geleyn is beautifully illustrated, 170 pages and it is about the life and work of the artist. The book was published in 1933. Book is supplied with the painting. More information about the Gaston Geleyn follows below. Source: Paul Piron 'Art in Belgium'. GELEYN, Gaston (Brussels, 1892 - Grimbergen 1949). Painter. Stayed with a great uncle in Paris until he was 16 years old. After a short stay in Brussels, he returned to Paris and attended classes at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts led by Roll and Flaming. After the First World War he traveled the world and stayed in America, India and North Africa, among other places. He was under contract from 1919 to 1929 by a Dutch art dealer. His first exhibition was at the 'Giroux' Gallery in Brussels in 1933. Geleyn painted landscapes, marines, figure still lifes and flowers. He also painted the portrait of King Albert I. He had studios in Grimbergen and in Ostend. In Ostend, he painted the sea in all its forms, from the sleeping silver-gray sea...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Large Painting of a Nude Woman by O Rosmund, circa 1910
Located in Lejre, DK
Behold the enchanting allure of this substantial painting depicting a nude woman, a masterpiece signed by the artist O Rosmund around 1910. Measuring an impressive H - 96.5 cm and W ...
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1910s Danish Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Enrico Della Torre Abstract Geometric Drawing – Signed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Explore the captivating simplicity of this abstract geometric drawing on paper by Enrico Della Torre. Crafted with pencil, this minimal composition showcases a delicate interplay of ...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Linen

Mid-Century "Seashore Village" Acrylic on Wood Painting, 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century acrylic on wood painting. "Seashore Village" depicts a quaint development with trees and ships next to the ocean shore. This piece has balanced color and creative strokes...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood

Asian Wood Panel Paintings Diptych Brass Hardware Flora and Fauna Scene Chinese
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Vintage Han Palace Art Co. scroll framed oil painting wood diptych carved panels. The original tag on back. This is a vintage piece from the 1950s or 1960s....
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Late 20th Century Taiwanese Chinoiserie Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint, Paper

Small Post-Impressionist still life painting
Located in London, GB
A beautiful small Post-Impressionist oil on canvas signed Menés. Portuguese school, influenced by Bonnard.
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Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Painting "Sailing ship at sea"
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dimensions: Frame: Height 78.5 cm / width 108.5 cm / dep. 6 cm Image: Height 65.5 cm / width 96 cm.
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Painting "Sailing ship at sea"
Painting "Sailing ship at sea"
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1950's French Modernist/ Cubist Signed Painting, Green & Blue Landscape
Located in Cirencester, GB
French landscape by Bernard Labbe (French mid 20th century) Original watercolour/ gouache painting on artist paper, mounted on board Size: 16 x 15.5 inches Condition: very good a...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Other

Water Color Seashell Art
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Original framed watercolor painting, signed.
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Uno Dewoon Oil Painting Landscape Painting (1909-1988) Swedish Neutral Artwork
Located in Rochester, NY
Signed and dated. Plaque affixed to frame reads: Nykopings automobil Fabrik. Heder spris. Nykoping Jun 7, 1946. This soothing oil painting has a serene feeling to it, and the neutr...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Vintage Grandmother Oil Painting with Giltwood Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Oil On Canvas, Gildwood Frame Style: Realism
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1950s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Mid Century Modern Seascape Oil Painting Signed by the Artist. C 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Seascape Oil Painting Signed by the Artist, Wilson. Circa 1950s Features Anchored Fishing Boats painted in soft hues of grays, light blues, and white. In ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

1970s MCM Guatemalan Artwork Oil Painting Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s MCM Guatemalan Artwork Oil painting on board exquisite rosewood frame 17.25 w x 22.5 h x .75 d, 2 w thick. Art 9.75 h x 7.63 original unrestored vintage condition. refer to th...
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1970s Guatemalan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Rosewood, Paint

Oil on Paper Figurative Painting by James Gleason, 1998
Located in San Diego, CA
Oil on paper figurative painting by James Gleason, 1998. We were taken by the simplicity of the artist's rendition. The lines and colors are applied softly, just as the demeanor port...
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Late 20th Century American Unknown Paintings

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Paper

"First Bloom, " Large Art Deco Painting w/ Female Nude. California artist
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bold and extraordinary and clearly influenced by Diego Rivera, Frieda Kahlo and the Mexican muralists, this large painting by John Greathead depicts a nude American Indian woman...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Roger de la Fresnaye (French, 1885-1925) - Femme Nue Couchée
Located in Dallas, TX
Roger de la Fresnaye (French, 1885-1925) - Femme Nue Couchée Monumental 90% life size nude model painting executed during the zenith and birth of cubism and expressionism. Oil on ...
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1910s French Expressionist Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Beautiful Roman School of the 17th Century " Jesus among the Doctors "
Located in Madrid, ES
Roman school of the 17th century Jesus among the Doctors 103X71 cm good conditions Jesus among the doctors is a fresco (200x185 cm) by Giotto, dating back to around 1303-1305 and pa...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Antique Portrait Painting of Matriarch Reading with Gold Leaf Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Oil On Canvas, Gold Leaf Wood Frame Style: Realism
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1940s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Vintage Landscape Painting of Western Town by Wanoa S. Neumann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Wanoa S. Neumann Manufacturer: Wanoa S. Neumann Materials: Oil On Canvas, Wood Frame Style: Landscape
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1960s American Other Vintage Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

19th Century Spanish Sporting Painting by E.Gioquinto, 1892
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century Spanish sporting painting by E.Gioquinto, 1892, a finely painted gem of a hunter on a lake Measures: Oil on board 11.5" x 8.5" Giltwood frame 14" x 10".
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1890s Spanish Sporting Art Antique Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Giltwood

Antique Portrait of a Great Dane by Zélia Maria Klerx Oil on Canvas
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique painting, it is a dog portrait of a Great Dane. The painting is signed Zélia Klerx, she was an artist from the Belgian reg...
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1890s Belgian Romantic Antique Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Rare Hemp Rope Artwork, circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rare Hemp Rope Artwork. By unknown artist, circa 1980. In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Hemp.
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1980s Spanish Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Hemp

Portrait of Aleksandr (1920s)
Located in Oostende, BE
This work, titled "Portrait of Alexandr," is created in the Russian Constructivist style by an unknown artist. Painted on reused wood, the piece combines geometric forms and industri...
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1920s Russian Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood

1997 Vintage Art Original Watercolor Cobblestone Village #1 by Carrillo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1997 Vintage Original watercolor cobblestone #1 Village by Carrillo Signed Carrillo 97 12.75 x 17.25 Preowned unrestored vintage condition. See images provided.
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1990s Expressionist Unknown Paintings

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Paper

KC Haxton American Modernist Oil on Canvas with Walnut Frame
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Teal, ochre and grey oil on canvas painting created by listed California contemporary modernist artist, KC Haxton. Painting was painted on canvas and mounted on a stretched canvas ba...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Large Framed Portrait Painting of a Woman at the Great Wall in Green - Signed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large portrait painting of a woman in green. This large painting was created in 1991 and signed by the artist Tori Britt. It is painted on canvas and framed in a gilt wood frame. The subject is depicted from the chest up and features a woman with short brown hair smiling with a red lip. She wears a green suit jacket...
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20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vastian Contemporary Abstract Painting Fabric and Wood, 2010
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vastian contemporary abstract painting fabric and wood, 2010. Materials: Fabric Wood. Important information regarding color(s) of products: Actual colors may vary. This is due to t...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Fabric, Wood

Striking Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Young Lady
Located in Søborg, DK
Striking antique oil on canvas portrait of a young lady. The artist skillfully captured this young lady’s beauty whilst at the same time also her striking pose. Signed H.P. On th...
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Early 1900s German Victorian Antique Unknown Paintings

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Canvas

Contemporary Fine Art
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Contemporary Fine Art Tittle - Movement Executed in 2021. original - only one - No Reproductions. signed by artist, dated 2021 on the reverse oil on canvas - 40 x 30 in. ABOUT A...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Enrico Della Torre Framed Drawing, 2016
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Painting in charcoal on linen made by Enrico Della Torre. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Linen

Tall Original Sailing Ship at Sea Painting by Haydan Signed in Giltwood Framed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall original nautical painting by Ruppert Haydan. Known for his love for painting ships at sea, this piece is one of a kind. It is tall, and framed in a giltwood frame, with linen...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

1992 Original Morris Katz Colorful Acrylic Painting of Woman by Body of Water
Located in Cordova, SC
Original acrylic work by Morris Katz c. 1992. This subject matter is impressive and almost otherworldly. You won't typically find buildings that look like that in the US. Perhaps the...
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1990s Unknown Other Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Cubist Still Life Gouache by Reid Fancher, 1947
Located in Ross, CA
Reid Fancher gouache still life Cubist style painting, c. 1947. Painting as seen measures 11 x 6.5, it is framed, matted, and ready to hang. Reid Fancher (1899-1977) was an America...
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1940s American Futurist Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Large 19th C Italian Venetian Oil Painting w/ Murano Beads & St. Mark’s Lion
Located in Katonah, NY
A Venetian Work of Art: Mid-19th Century Hand-Painted Artwork with Murano Glass Beads This extraordinary piece of art, created in Venice, Italy, during the mid-19th century, is both ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Unknown Paintings

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Glass, Wood

Modernist Painting Titled "No. 13 Exaltation" Dated 1957 by Peter Paul Sakowski
Located in Peabody, MA
We acquired a number of paintings from the estate of Peter Paul Sakowski (1915-2000) of Holyoke, Mass. His style tended to vary from an illustrative graphic quality to the more fract...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Painting with Duck and Plants, Oil on Plywood
Located in Barntrup, DE
A Baroque style oil painting from the first third of the 20th Century. This beautiful painting depicts a duck with plants, painted on a plywood panel in brown, green, and yellow ton...
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1930s European Baroque Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint, Plywood

Abstract mixed media collage by Sarah Dupré "Ultimate Pilgrimage", 2023
Located in Chicago, IL
"Ultimate Pilgrimage" Sarah Dupré, 2023. Tar, oil, mixed media, and enamel. With black frame, behind glass. 25.5"H x 31.75 "W x 0.5" Using graphite, charcoal, tar, and influence f...
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2010s American Expressionist Unknown Paintings

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Paint

Enrico Della Torre Abstract Geometric Drawing – Signed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Explore the captivating simplicity of this abstract geometric drawing on paper by Enrico Della Torre. Crafted with pencil, this minimal composition showcases a delicate interplay of ...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Linen

Bright Bold Postmodern Cubist Abstract Portrait Painting, Signed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fabulous piece for the Postmodern art lover. This piece features cubist lines, bright bold colors and wonderful texture. It depicts a portrait of a figure, and is titled “Japanese Hair Salon...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Unknown Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Western Painting Oil on Canvas, Scene of a Roundup, Late 20th Century
Located in Incline Village, NV
Contemporary painting has very pleasing western subject matter depicting two cowboys actively taking part in a roundup of a herd of cattle . Takes place in a valley with surrounding ...
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20th Century American Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

19th C Early Still Life Oil Painting in Original Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Fine 19th c still life painting is in the original gilded frame. This Folk Art painting is in great as found condition.
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Paintings

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Velvet, Wood, Paint

Two Vintage Watercolor Faux Bamboo Bird Paintings House of Baldwin - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of chinoiserie faux bamboo watercolor paintings of birds. This lovely set was quite the find. We fell in love with the faux bamboo bird frame immediately. Each painting is sig...
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Unknown Paintings

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Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Camillo de Vito, View from Naples Pier, Gouache, c.1820s
Located in Savannah, GA
Camillo de Vito (Italian, active 1794-1845) Veduta del Molo di Napoli (view from the Naples pier), circa 1820s. A gouache on paper depicting a sailin...
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Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Unknown Paintings

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Glass, Fruitwood, Paint, Paper

Vivid Color Sydney Au Cityscape Oil Painting Artwork by Mark Kasav
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vivid Color Sydney AU Cityscape oil painting artwork by Mark Kasav Measures: 18 tall x 33 wide x .75 deep Oil on Canvas Canadian artist Mark Kazav Origi...
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Early 2000s Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

The Medway Queen steamship. Signed Probyn
By Probyn
Located in London, GB
Fabulous 1950’s oil on canvas painting depicting the Medway Queen paddle steamer. Celebrating its centenary this year. The Medway played...
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Mid-20th Century English Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Framed Oil on Canvas "Delilah- Flower" Iceland Poppy by Shelly Gurton
Located in Savannah, GA
This stunning Iceland Poppy was painted by Shelly Gurton, a native of Georgia, born and raised in Savannah and Atlanta. She attended the University of Georgia where she received her ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Unknown Paintings

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Metal

Atmospheric Abstract Postmodern Painting by Judith Solomon
Located in Peabody, MA
Atmospheric faux-triptych Postmodern abstract painting by noted Massachusetts artist Judith Solomon dated 1998. There is an almost romantic appeal to th...
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1990s American Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Paint

City Landscape Art Abstract Modern Blue Oil Painting on Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Abstract Blue City Landscape Modern Art Oil Painting on Wood Signed unable to read 48.5 x 28.5 x .63 D Preowned vintage unrestored condition. Review images provided. Delivery to LA P...
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Late 20th Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Wood, Paint

Enrico Della Torre Framed Drawing, 2016
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Framed drawing on paper made by Enrico Della Torre. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Linen

Enrico Della Torre Abstract Geometric Drawing – Signed
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Explore the captivating simplicity of this abstract geometric drawing on paper by Enrico Della Torre. Crafted with pencil, this minimal composition showcases a delicate interplay of ...
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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Unknown Paintings

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Linen

Dutch Mid-Century Untitled Abstract Expressionist Painting in Greens and Browns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century large abstract expressionist acrylic painting with masterful palette knife and brushwork. Rich greens and browns evocative of the works of Franz Klein, Frank Auerbach, Em...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Paintings

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Metal

Abstract Painting on Canvas by Ben Hanisch, 2022
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract by Ben Hanisch (b.1986) Painted in 2022. Measures: 50” x 40” Acrylic on canvas, painted edges, stretched on wood stretcher bars.
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2010s American Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Mid-20th Century Oil on Canvas Floral Still Life Signed Painting
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Floral Art Red Flowers Still Life Oil on Canvas Painting 35.25 h x 27.25 w x 1.13 d Original preowned vintage condition Signed art New oak wood frame Refer to images provided. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Unknown Paintings

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Canvas, Paint, Wood

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