Canvas Paintings

This exquisite triptych features three stunning paintings with a religious theme. The golden background adds a touch of elegance to this piece, which is sure to be a showstopper in a...

DESCRIPTION: Mid-Century Albert Chubac Painting, circa 1950, France Large modern abstract painting by Albert Chubac. Acrylic painting on cardboard. Signed by the artist. Mid-Century ...

Sven H. Engberg, listed Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Modernist landscape. Dated 1963. The canvas measures: 48 x 34 cm. The frame measures: 5.5 cm. In excellent condition. Sig...

Ancient Italian painting from the first half of the 18th century. Oil on canvas framework depicting a religious subject Saint Francis of good pictorial quality. Wooden frame not coev...

The Reader by Jean-Honorè Fragonard Print on Canvas Reproduction. Measures: Height 67 cm Width 58 cm Print on canvas In good conservative condition, present signs of time du...

Refined oil painting on canvas, framed in an elegant carved and gilded wooden frame. The painting features in the center the scene of the presentation of Jesus by Mary to Saint Franc...

This charming European 20th Century still-leben oil painting features a tablecloth draped across a table with apples, a hyacinth flower on its side, knife as well as a large and smal...

Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Artwork oil on canvas depicting landscape with pilgrims of a religious nature, scene under study, of good pictorial quality. Beautiful...

A almost life size depiction of a human skeleton holding a length of chain, with a banner at the base. We believe the piece to be Italian from the language used within the banner, ...

18th Century Dutch harbour scene / seascape painting with ships in stormy waters by Jan Verbruggen (1712-1780). Signed 'J.Verbruggen'. Jan Verbruggen and his son Peter were artists, ...

A very large antique reproduction oil painting after Eugéne Delacroix. Apty titled "The Barque of Dante (French: La Barque de Dante)" features an antiqued canvas. Frame: 166 cm (65....

This is a magnificent antique Dutch School floral still life oil on canvas painting with a stunning gilt gesso frame, late 18th century in date. This splendid painting is rectangular in shape and features brightly illuminated pastel-tinted roses and bi-coloured Carnations and Honeysuckle arranged against a ruined wall with trees in the background. Great attention has been paid to individual elements in the bouquet. Indeed each petal has been painted with diligent conscientious precision. It is housed in its magnificent original giltwood frame. Add this splendid antique Dutch painting to a very special wall in your home. Provenance: Property of Archibald Stirling of Keir Condition: In excellent condition the painting and frame having been beautifully cleaned in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 55 x width 88 x depth 5 - frame Height 39 x width 72 - canvas Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 10 inches x width 2 foot, 11 inches x depth 2 inches - frame Height 1 foot, 3 inches x width 2 foot, 4 inches - canvas Archibald Hugh Stirling, Laird of Keir (born 18 September 1941) is a Scottish theatrical producer, a former officer in the Scots Guards,and Laird of the Keir estate at Lecropt in the Stirling council area in Scotland. A still life is a work of art depicting mostly inanimate subject matter, typically commonplace objects which may be either natural food, flowers, dead animals...

Elegant French Belle Époque Portrait of a Lady – Oil on Canvas, c. 1880–1900 (Unframed) A graceful and atmospheric French oil portrait of a lady, painted during the Belle Époque per...

A large oil-on-canvas painting depicting an exotic bird on a colourful lake, entitled ‘Kingfisher’s Kotillion’ and dated 1980. The painting is sectioned in two: on the left is the lake backdrop, and on the right is where the bird is sitting atop a flowery composition. This painting is the epitome of 1980s American interiors, with its bold pastel shades. A true 1980s Miami Palm Beach artwork...

Unframed and unsigned oil on canvas.

Erik O. Danish artist. Oil on canvas. Flowers in an open window. 1960s. The canvas measures: 60 x 49 cm. The frame measures: 3 cm. In excellent condition. Signed.

"Giardino" by Italian Artrist Olimipia Biasi.  

Measurements with frames: Height 135 cm (53 in.), width 94 cm (37 in.) Magnificent pair of important paintings on the theme of “Fêtes galantes” and so dedicated to the art of sedu...

Still life artwork, oil painting on canvas, vegetable and fruit with apples, pears, nuts and celery, cauliflower, chard, leeks, onions, garlic, carrots, aubergine. Still life painting rich and colorful. It also has a beautiful and original golden frame from the 19th century. The oil on canvas painting dates back to the nineteenth Century. The antique frame and the oil painting are restored. This still life oil painting is not signed, however, this is a French painter active in the 19th century. Restored Painting Oil on Canvas Gilded Frame Ancient Painting...

A late eighteenth century portrait of a lady, oil on canvas, in a French Empire 19th century giltwood frame. Attributed to Henri-Pierre Dan...

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This is a antique portrait artwork, antique portraits proposes a young woman elegantly dressed, Oil painting on canvas, of the 19th century. French ancient painting. XIXcentury.  ...

This oil on canvas half portrait shows a bearded Capt. G.T. Scobell looking to his left and wearing a black frock coat with a high collar, a white shirt and wide cravat. His right ha...

Beautiful still life with lots of flowers and A shabby chic frame Oil on canvas Painting signed.

"Aveiro Moliceiros boats", Portugal, 2002, Oil Painting on Canvas, (60 x 80 cm, not framed), by Patrice Guiraud For sale not framed. Patrice is a painter and sculptor who explores ma...

Alberto Carlieri (Rome 1672-1720) "Architectural capriccio with the preaching of Saint Paul in the Areopagus of Athens" Oil on canvas, measures with...

Framed handapinted antique publicity from 'Cafes Tupinamba' Monkey with antique wood frame. Manufactured in Spain, circa 1930. In original condition with minor wear consistent ...

Göta Fogler (1919-1992), listed Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Still life with pink flowers on yellow background. Approximately 1960. Signed. Perfect condition. Dimensions: H 52.0 cm...

Miçao Kono was a Japanese artist who came to Paris in the early 1920s. He painted in oils and watercolors, and also did a number of etchings. Micao Kono became famous with his nude p...

Søren Edsberg, Danish-born American painter. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. Ca 1990s In excellent condition. Unsigned. Dimensions: 70.0 cm. x 60.0 cm.

signed bottom right "Rud Quittner" Lit.: Catalog "Herbstausstellung und Gedächtnisausstellung Carl Freiherr v. Merode und Rudolf Quittner", Künstlerhaus Vienna 1910, p. 39. Künstler...

Jordi Mollá signed and dated painting, carried out over classical oil on canvas with frame representing 19th century cavalry soldiers.  

Exquisite oil painting on Canvas, painted and hand-signed by Henri in France. Titled ‘Life and Warmth’ and part of his ‘Life’ collection. Sophisticated and charming painting in beaut...

Hanna Brundin (1914-2000), Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Landscape with a birch tree in the foreground. Thick strokes. Subdued palette. From the 1960s/...

J Truman (British, Active 19th century) White Horse in its Stable, Oil on canvas, Signed on the reverse and dated 1870. J. Truman was a highly respected eq...

Hermann Brücke (Berlin Ger. 1830–1871 Pisa Italy) Neapolitan fishing family signed and dated 1863 German Artist Hermann Brücke was a Genre, history and portrait painter. He was th...

Still Life with Fruits, oil painting on canvas, Germany 1950s An impressive Biedermeier style still life painting depicting diverse fruits like plums, grapes or peaches. Painted in ...

Rare Early 19th century Capriccio view of Rio de Janeiro Painting Probably painted circa 1810 by one of Jean-Baptiste Debret, Italian Students. Painted on Sailcloth. Historical Context of Early 19th Century Portuguese Colonial Brazil 1.1 Transition from Colony to Empire During the early 19th century, Brazil underwent a seismic shift in its political status. Originally a colony under the Portuguese Empire, the arrival of the Portuguese Royal Court in Rio de Janeiro in 1808 rapidly elevated the city’s cultural and political importance. By 1815, Brazil was declared a kingdom united with Portugal, setting the stage for the emergence of the Empire of Brazil in 1822. This period of transformation—often termed the transitional period from colony to empire—fueled a wave of artistic production in cities like Rio de Janeiro. 1.2 European Artistic Influence in Brazil With the French Artistic Mission in Rio (initiated in 1816) and the presence of various Portuguese and European artists, Brazilian art of the early 1800s began to reflect diverse influences, from neoclassical painting to the early rumblings of romanticism. Painters such as Jean-Baptiste Debret, and Nicolas-Antoine Taunay, and local luminaries like Manuel de Araújo Porto-Alegre contributed to the fine arts tradition in Brazil. Their works featured scenes of local life, portraits of Brazilian society, and imaginative vistas—sometimes referred to as “capriccios,” in which real elements were combined with artistic liberties to create an idealized panorama. 1.3 Rio de Janeiro as Cultural and Political Hub Rio de Janeiro, often called the Imperial capital after Brazil’s independence, was home to foundational institutions like the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts (Academia Imperial de Belas Artes). Later evolving into the Escola de Belas Artes (School of Fine Arts in Rio), these academies nurtured the talents of emerging painters, who found patronage under the Royal Court and, subsequently, the Imperial Court. The city’s significance was further enhanced by the construction of significant buildings, the modernization of infrastructure, and the mingling of European courtly customs with the traditions of local inhabitants. . Description of the Octagonal Oil on Canvas: A Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro 2.1 Composition and Layout The most striking characteristic of this 19th-century Brazilian art piece is its octagonal shape, a relatively unusual format that draws the viewer’s gaze toward its centre. The composition showcases Rio de Janeiro’s shoreline in the early 1800s, brimming with merchant ships and smaller boats anchored near the shore. On the sand, there is a bustling crowd of local people—men and women carrying food and goods on their heads, loading and unloading boats, and engaging in everyday commerce. The backdrop of soaring mountains suggests Rio’s iconic topography, embodying the landscape that famously defines the city. 2.2 Architectural and Religious Landmarks On the left side, one can discern the silhouette of a church believed to be Santa Lucia, a significant religious structure in the heart of early 19th-century Rio. This element provides viewers with a tangible reference point, linking the scene to an actual location. However, because this painting is labelled as a “capriccio,” the artist might have taken creative liberties by rearranging or amplifying certain features of the city. The melding of real and idealized elements is characteristic of these imaginative vistas. 2.3 Evoking Daily Life in Colonial Rio One of the painting’s greatest appeals lies in its portrayal of daily life during the colonial era. Men and women from various backgrounds populate the scene. Some appear to be carrying goods on their heads, a common practice in Brazil that has persisted through different centuries. Others appear to be haggling or trading near small vessels, revealing the commercial pulse of an active port city. This focus on local people, combined with the grandeur of merchant ships, captures the tension and synergy between the every day and the extraordinary—a hallmark of Brazilian colonial painting that balances the grand narratives of empire with the rhythms of ordinary life. 2.4 An Amalgamation of Neoclassical and Romantic Influences Although academic art in early 19th century Brazil was highly influenced by neoclassicism, the onset of romanticism can be spotted in the emotional portrayal of the sky, the lively palette, and the dramatic emphasis on nature’s beauty (the mountains, in particular). This duality reflects the fine arts tradition in Brazil during the transitional phase when artists were embracing multiple styles. As part of the School of Rio or the Rio de Janeiro school, painters often integrated academic techniques learned from European masters with emerging local subjects and influences. 3. Institutions and Artistic Movements 3.1 Imperial Academy of Fine Arts Originally known as the Royal School of Sciences, Arts, and Crafts, the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro was instrumental in shaping 19th-century Brazilian art. Influential artists and teachers from Portugal, France, and other European nations congregated at the Academy, imparting their expertise to native students. As the monarchy consolidated power, the Academy enjoyed royal patronage, leading to the creation of Imperial Academy-style works that combined European academic rigour with Brazilian-themed subject matter. 3.2 Impact of the French Artistic Mission The French Artistic Mission, which arrived in 1816, played a pivotal role in introducing advanced European artistic techniques, thereby elevating the overall quality of painting in Brazil. Artists like Jean-Baptiste Debret not only documented Brazilian society but also spearheaded the development of a local visual identity that aligned with both academicism and the national context of a blossoming empire. Debret, alongside others such as Nicolas-Antoine Taunay, mentored Brazilian artists, sowing the seeds of what would become the Brazilian academic art movement. 3.3 Religious, Historical, and Landscape Paintings In addition to everyday scenes and historical compositions, religious iconography remained crucial throughout Portuguese colonial and imperial Brazil. Churches were omnipresent in cityscapes like Rio de Janeiro. Many colonial-era Brazilian portraits...

Beautiful oil painting on board, framed. A splendid marina boat. Excellent pictorial quality. Signed on the front lower right L. Liverani. No certain date of execution of the paintin...

1970s Jaime Parlade designer hand painting "Tiger" oil on canvas.

Ducks, Oil on Canvas, 1940s. Beautiful fresh and airy work, with ducks in flight and a pond. The ducks seen mid-movement are very well painted with the right proportions and wonderf...

Erwin Kettemann Landscape in the Tyrolean Alps, Oil on Canvas ca. 1930 An original antique painting showing alpine meadows with moutains in ...

19th century oil on canvas painting young lady with red hair half nude sitting on a red chair A unreadble signature on the left bottom Rubin (?).

Antique 19th century Austrian painting. Oil on canvas artwork depicting a female portrait, a young noblewoman in a pose of good pictorial quality. Pai...

Antique religious painting from the second half of the 17th century. Oil on canvas artwork, first canvas, depicting the Tribute Money. In fact, there was a tax for the maintenance of...

Summerly Mountain Landscape with Hiker on Hiking Trail, 19th century. An antique oil painting depicting a hiker on an alpine hiking trail and a bridge over a mountrain stream. Painted on canvas with pastell colors. Framed with antique decorative gilded frame. Painted in the area of Tyrol or South Germany, late 19th century. A high quality antique oil painting which will highlight your alpine cabin wall decoration. Frame with minor defects. The Biedermeier period runs parallel to the Romantic period and both are characterized by similar features. Domesticity, closeness to nature, folksiness and need for harmony are buzzwords of this time. The focus is on the simple, the conservative and the tried and tested. There is little experimentation and more observation and enjoyment. The art style is kept very realistic and shows great similarity to photography. Domestic idyllic representations, beautiful landscape and impressive portraits are the most popular topics for oil paintings...

In good condition From a private collection Free international shipping Hélène Dubourg Belgian Impressionist Oil Painting Beach Scene

Scandinavian artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. 1980s. The canvas measures: 40.5 x 32.5 cm. The frame measures: 1.5 cm. In excellent ...

1970s Jaime Parlade designer hand painting "Tiger" oil on canvas.

Still life of flowers. Oil on canvas. GARCÍA-OCHOA IBÁÑEZ, Luis (San Sebastián, 1920-Madrid, 2019). 1949. Signed and dated towards the lower left corner. Label on the back. Still life that shows a round table covered...

Vintage Oil Painting Victorian River Landscape A lovely vintage oil painting depicting a Victorian riverside landscape with boats on the river an...

Beautiful and rare oil on canvas painting with a pine frame by Bertil Berntsson from the 1962. In good vintage condition with some signs from age and use.

Henri MILOCH (1898-1979) Maritime Painting, dated 1954. Oil on canvas signed and dated lower right. Canvas size: 32.5 x 41 cm. Frame size: 52 x 60 cm. Henri Miloch was born in Tr...

Antonio Fuertes 1986, oil on canvas painting of Moroccan fishermen.

A somber realism permeates this late 18th-century still-life oil painting, reminiscent of Heinrich Lihl's precise style from around 1780. Two deceased birds, their feathers meticulou...

Mengistu Haile Mariam and other Generals looking at the celebrators oil on canvas painting, 90 x 190 cm with Ge'ez language inscriptions.

Pair of naïve allegorical landscape paintings. Oil on canvas Signed Lieutenant Christian Georg V. Lind, 1837 and 1838. See text on the back. In original gilded damgaard frames. ...

"Pinch" by Angela de la Cruz in 2015. Limited edition. AP Comes with a certificate hand signed and numbered. Acrylic on canvas. The docume...