"Trio, " Rare and Early Oil Painting of Three Nudes in Surreal Landscape by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary of Paul Cadmus, and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions, John Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers ...
Canvas
"Three Men in Tatters, " Surrealist Painting with Semi-Nude Figures by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Over his long career, John Lear liked to depict nude or half-nude male figures set in fantastic or exotic environments such as the circus, carnival, deserted beach, or Dali-esque set...
"Male Nude with Banner and Pole, " Rare Midcentury Painting by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
John Lear was a contemporary of Paul Cadmus and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions. However, Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers in the Philadelphia area. Unlike Cadmus, Lear depicted nude or half-nude figures set in fantastic or exotic environments such as the circus, carnival, deserted beach, or Dali-esque setting. This richly-detailed watercolor, depicting a tall, lean male figure straddling a pole holding a Medieval banner...
Paint
"Semi-Nude Man with Beech Tree, " Pencil Drawing by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Much like Salvador Dali, who continued to create his mysterious and puzzling landscapes long after Surrealism had lost its popularity, John Lear drew and painted in the same manner f...
"Seated Male Figure, Beachside, " Early Drawing by John B. Lear with Cabana
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely and beautifully captured, this depiction of a shirtless young man, handsome and pensive, sitting on the beach with his legs grasped in his ...
Paper
Aftermath Watercolor by John B. Lear, Signed Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large John B. Lear watercolor, "Aftermath". Painted in the early 1960's, probably one of his most provocative and important works! Jesus on the Cross is a common theme in LGBT Christ...
Paint
Vintage Signed Male Seated Nude Portrait
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Nude Portrait Study of a Sitting Man.Appears to be Pastel on Paper.Signed JP Gaston as Pictured. Wear and Tear Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 26 W ; 20 H
Paper
$2,200
H 36 in W 48 in D 0.5 in
Large Mid Century Modern Organic Abstract Earth Tone Painting by J Durand 1960s
By Durand
Located in Troy, MI
Large abstract acrylic painting by Michigan artist Joel Durand USA circa 1960s Organic abstraction with a restrained palette of warm neutrals accented by saturated orange and ochre ...
Metal
$625
H 14.18 in W 13.39 in D 1.58 in
Early 20th century Danish signed oil painting of forest landscape
Located in Ebberup, DK
Antique early 20th century oil on canvas painting with a captivating landscape forest motive made with broad brushstrokes and warm colours. It is signed “JJ” by the artist in the lo...
Paint
'Bee' Original Fine Art Figural Nude Male Painting by Helen Bayley
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Original figural male nude oil on canvas entitled 'Bee' by Helen Bayley of Florence, Italy. This Fine art painting is unframed and unsigned. Provenance: ...
Canvas, Paint
Midcentury Abstract Painting by Arnold Taraborrelli
By Arnold Taraborrelli
Located in Atlanta, GA
Midcentury abstract painting by Arnold Taraborrelli, American, circa 1959. It is entitled "Break-Away" and is executed in gouache on artist board and retains it's original frame. Tar...
Glass, Wood, Paint
Oil Painting of a Landscape in a Venetian Style Frame
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century oil painting of an abstracted landscape in a Venetian style gilt frame with linen mat. Signed by artist, 1964.
1940s Nude Male Drawings in Charcoal
By Michelle Nussbaumer
Located in Dallas, TX
1940s nude male drawings in charcoal matted and framed. These drawings are matted in a neutral color with a rustic wood frame.
Charcoal
American Midcentury Abstract Modernist Painting with Figures
Located in San Francisco, CA
A bold and colorful midcentury abstract / modernist painting with figures signed on the reverse "Gerard" Framed in blue linen and giltwood. Canvas: 20 x ...
Canvas, Paint
$464Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 22.5 in D 1 in
Framed Ink Drawing of Male Nude Figure, Expressive Style, Signed, 1990
Located in San Carlos, CA
Framed Male Nude Figure Drawing by William Delucchi, 1990 For Sale: A compelling and expressive monochrome ink or wash drawing of a nude male figure, attributed to artist William De...
Paint
Drawing on Paper, Study of a Nude Man, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Drawing on paper, Study of a Nude Man, 20th Century. Drawing, pencil on paper, study of a nude man, lying down, unsigned, 20th century. Dimensions : h: 51cm , w: 50cm, d: 0,2cm...
Paper
$490
H 17.13 in W 15.91 in D 1.74 in
Early 20th century Mediterranian style landscape oil painting from Denmark
Located in Ebberup, DK
A charming early 20th-century oil on canvas depicting a Mediterranean hillside scene with cypress and blossoming trees, red-roofed villas, and distant mountains under a soft blue sky...
Paint
$450
H 17 in W 18.5 in D 1 in
Signed 1963 Mid-Century Californian Modern Abstract Watercolor by Gene Lesser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Watercolor, Wood Frame A signed 1963 abstract watercolor by Jean Lesser, featuring layered biomorphic forms in rich blues, greens, ...
Wood
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H 17.25 in W 14 in D 1.5 in
"Kaleidoscopic", Rare Surrealist Painting with Half Nude Male by John Lear, 1986
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Painted by John B. Lear at the height of his career, this surrealist piece depicts a half nude male figure in tights in the background and another male figure in the foreground holdi...
Paint
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H 16.5 in W 19.5 in D 1 in
"Recumbent Male Nude in Surreal Setting, " 1950s Tempera Painting by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extraordinary early work of John B. Lear, who is increasingly appreciated for his Mid Century paintings and drawings of male nudes in surreal settings, this 1950s tempera painting...
Paint
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H 23 in W 18.75 in D 0.75 in
"Two Male Nudes with Rope, " Early and Very Fine Pencil Drawing by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very finely drawn, and beautifully conceived, this pencil drawing by John Lear depicts two, slender nude male figures standing on a dock or pier, one holding onto a rope dangling fro...
Paper
"St. Sebastian, " Early and Important Drawing with Male Nude by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although depictions of St. Sebastian have often depicted this figure with both pathos and sensuality, this example celebrates the beauty of the saint's physique more than the pain of...
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H 17.5 in W 14.5 in D 0.5 in
"Two Male Nudes, " Early and Unusual Midcentury Drawing by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary of Paul Cadmus, and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions, John Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers ...
"The Helmet, " Early and Striking Drawing with Male Nude by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although John Lear depicts his figure holding a drill press, resting one foot on its plywood base, he inexplicably named this drawing "The Helmet." In any ...
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H 28 in W 24 in D 1 in
"Nude in Marble Hall, " Unusual, Early Watercolor with Male Nude by John Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
John Lear was a contemporary of Paul Cadmus and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions. However, Lear never gained fame beyond his ci...
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H 21 in W 25.75 in D 1 in
"Many Hands, " Rare Surrealist Lithograph with Male Nudes by John Lear, 1930s
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Much like Salvador Dali, who continued to create his mysterious and puzzling landscapes long after Surrealism had lost its popularity, John Lear drew and painted in this manner for s...
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H 24 in W 20 in D 0.5 in
"Footballer, " Rare, Early Drawing of Semi-Nude Male with Football by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strikingly attenuated, almost Mannerist in form, this early drawing by John B. Lear is a masterful example of his figural work. A contemporary of Paul Cadmus and like him, highly foc...
Paper
"Arm in Arm, " Unusual and Rare Drawing with Male Nudes by Lear
By John B. Lear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary of Paul Cadmus, and like him, highly focused on depicting the male figure in various settings and positions, John Lear never gained fame beyond his circle of admirers ...
Pencil, Paper