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Period: 1940s
"One United Nations Indivisible, " Stunning, Original Painting for UN Poster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking example of graphic design in the 1940s, which was moving from elegant Art Deco stylization to a looser, collage-like assemblage of overlapping images, this original painti...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Gouache

Antique oil painting "Ballerina" signed Pal Fried
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stunning oil painting "Ballerina" executed by Fried Pal in the 1940s,this painting is exemplary of the pictorial style of the author,whose portraiture combines a soft naturakistic re...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Harry Glassgold Signed Modern American Impressionist Watercolor on Paper 1949
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An energetic and bright watercolor on paper showcasing an example of modern American Impressionism by Harry Glassgold. Signed bottom right and dated 19...
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Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper

"Hawaiiana, " Extraordinary Art Deco Cubist Surreal Painting after Pearl Harbor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Saturated with the brilliant hues of earth and sea, and filled with symbols and signs of Hawaii's spectacular landscape and rich history -- including an angry Hawaiian king with his traditional feathered headdress or "mahiole" -- this watercolor was painted in the wake of the attack on Pearl Harbor...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Watercolor

"Nudes with Witches Hats, " Surrealist Painting with Male Couple, 1949, Lohman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Painted during the heyday of American Surrealism, this watercolor depicts a sleeping nude female figure holding a laurel wreath, seemingly disconnected from a pair of male nudes saun...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

"Chickens" by Clifford Jones
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Clifford Edgar Jones 1915-1975 American Chickens, 1948. Oil on canvas 30 x 24 inches unframed and 34" x 27.5" inches including the frame. Signed at lower right Clifford Jones ‘48’. ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

"Fresh New World, " 1944 Masterpiece Depicting Early Suburban Life in America
By Allan Dudley Jones
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A true masterpiece of genre painting, with its depiction of idyllic World War II-era suburban life filled with children playing and adults attending to their homes and chores, this piece was created by Allan Jones in 1944. It is a stunningly beautiful spring day, and the view is looking through an open window with a blackbird sitting on the sill, into the backyards of a half dozen tidy brick and wood houses. The homeowners are attending to their Victory Gardens...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Tempera

Artist George Samerjan WPA Style Watercolor "Roller at Van Nuys Blvd" 1941
By George Samerjan
Located in St. Louis, MO
Artist George Samerjan's (1915-2005) WPA style watercolor titled "Roller at Van Nuys" 1941, in its original artist selected and hand painted frame, but re-fra...
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American Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Wood, Paper

Oil Painting of Ivo Patcevitch-Conde Nast Founder, Attributed to Renee Bouche
By René R. Bouché
Located in Water Mill, NY
Oil on board of Ivo Patcevitch founder of Conde Nast attributed to Renee Bouche.
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Cotton Canvas

1940s Landscape Painting
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1940s, this painting has an air of nostalgia and foreboding. It depicts a house set against the backdrop of not-so-distant skyscrapers. The city fades into gray in con...
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Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

"Architecture & Construction, " Allegorical Mural Study for Rhode Island Capitol
By Robert Charles Haun
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A superb example of allegorical mural painting, this circular study depicting a female figure in Grecian robes overlooking a child with a plumb line, surrounded by scenes of construc...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

S. C. Bjulf: Fish Mongers, Oil on Canvas
Located in Copenhagen, DK
S. C. Bjulf: Fish mongers. Oil on canvas. Signed Bjulf. Measures: 37 cm. x 30 cm. The frame measures 8 cm. In perfect condition.
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Danish Vintage 1940s Paintings

"Music, " High Accomplished Painting with Multiple Nudes by Conner, 1946
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This detailed and highly-finished study by John Ramsey Conner for an allegorical painting depicts a relaxed grouping of nude figures executed in pale tones of ivory, mossy green and ...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Unknown Artist, Dated 1946, Landscape with Skerries, Oil on Panel
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown artist, dated 1946. Landscape with skerries, oil on panel. In perfect condition. Signed indistinctly Olga R ??, dated 46. Measures: 33 x 24 ...
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Vintage 1940s Paintings

"Family w/ Rocking Horse, " Ptg. by WPA Artist De Forest Stull
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dated 1945, just before the end of World War II, this important and powerful painting by John De Forest Stull shows an embracing mother and father stand...
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

"Walking the Cows" Important Social Realist Painting by Sternberg, 1944
By Charlotte Joan Sternberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A cross between Grant Wood and Paul Cadmus, this remarkable American regional scene painting depicts a young man in a white t-shirt walking a group of cows down a country lane with p...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

"Whiskey Sours, " Cubist-Art Deco Painting with Bottle and Jigger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Taking its cues from the broken planes and tilted objects of Cubist masters such as Braque and Gris, as well as the polished art of the Art Deco movement, this brilliant painting sho...
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French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas in Simpel Frame by Ejner Johansen, 1948
Located in Lejre, DK
The oil painting on canvas by Ejner Johansen from 1948 sounds like a delightful piece of art. Ejner Johansen was a Danish artist known for his paintings, often featuring still life c...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

Mid-Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Marcel Dumont, Dated 1943
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-century framed oil painting on canvas by Marcel Dumont ~ dated 1943 is a poignant family portrait of a mother and three daughters in a reflective pose, showing the artist's flair...
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Belgian Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

"The Sculptor at Rest" Painting by Maurice Glickman
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
An oil on canvas self-portrait by Maurice Glickman– depicting the artist in a seated position, wielding his sculptor's tools. It is titled and signed ...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

"500 LB Lady, " Colorful and Charming WPA-Era Carnival Scene by Lincoln
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Full of energy and vivid color, this atmospheric and charming scene of a small-town carnival, complete with a barker, boys with balloons, a blue tent in the foreground and a sign announcing the "500 LB Lady," was painted by E. Wilder Lincoln in the 1930s or 40s. Painters and sculptors were fascinated with circuses and carnivals...
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American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

1940 Floral Still Life Original Airbrushed Painting by Ted Mundorff, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This set of 2 1940s original airbrush artwork paintings of Hibiscus florals by Ted Mundorff. One is yellow and one is red. Both pieces have in their origi...
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper

Oil on Canvas Signed, Roger Pierre
Located in London, GB
Unusual oil on canvas in the cubist style signed Roger Pierre. Although in the cubist style the colours and feel of the piece suggest it might have been painted as late as the 1940s....
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French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

Monumental Axel Salto Budding Vase Watercolor Paper Vintage Mid-Century Danish
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Original artwork by the master. It is in as-found poor condition. It will be shipped in a tube without glass or framing. Pencil signed with information on backing paper, crayon numb...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper

Colette Gueden Signed Watercolor Painting, circa 1948-1949
Located in Encino, CA
Colette Gueden (1905-2000). "Leaves and fruits." Extremely rare signed watercolor on paper. Collette Gueden was a very famous and popular French artist and designer in the 1950s....
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French Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Large Oil on Canvas Parrot by Pia Tole 1947
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 30" X36" portrait of a Parrot among tropical plants oil on canvas signed Pia Tole 47.
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

20th century French Bouquet of Flowers Painting, 1940S
Located in LEGNY, FR
Painting representing a bouquet of flowers painted in gouache signed lower right (illegible) .Dated from the 1940s. Gilded wooden frame, painting under glass. Good condition. Good qu...
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French Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Study of A Boy by Louis Bastin etching on paper
By Louis Bastin
Located in Neuss, NW
Louis BASTIN Study of a boy. This Etching shows the Portrait Study of a little boy. Handsigned and dated on 1948. Ready to hang. Framed with a passepartout in a handcrafted ash wood ...
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Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Acrylic, Ash, Paper

Original "Village of Picardy" Oil on Board signed Jean Leon '43
By Jean Leon
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful vintage French painting of Picardy nestled within the rolling panoramic countryscape. This fine painting transports your soul to a much more pleasant and easier going time ...
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French Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Acrylic, Board

Nell Blaine Abstract Ink Drawing on Paper, USA, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
During her first years in New York Blaine's work, which had previously been tightly realist, turned abstract, inspired by Mondrian, Leger and Jean Helion. At one time she was the you...
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper

Champoluc Valley - Pilaz by Licinio Campagnari - Oil on canvas
Located in Vicenza, VI
The painting for sale is an oil on canvas by Licinio Campagnari, born in Mestre in 1920 and died in Andora in 1981. His favorite subjects are the mountains of the Aosta Valley, ofte...
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Italian Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Fir

Robert Libeski Painting Lady with Dog 1946 Mixed Media
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco mixed media painting by Robert Libeski, which shows a Lady with Dog, 1946 in soft colors. Robert Libeski ( 1892 - 1988 ) Robert Libeski was ac...
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Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper

Watercolor of a French Castle by Unknown Artist
Located in Pasadena, CA
Dreamy landscape picturing a view of a castle in France. Large original frame made of walnut. I love the soft and delightful pastel colors that are used. The colors add emotion to...
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French Romantic Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper, Walnut

Carousel Oil Painting on Canvas by J. Mamez
Located in Pasadena, CA
A painting of a woman riding on a carousel horse while holding out her white handkerchief to flow in the wind. This piece is reminiscent of a week...
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French Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

Joseph Misraki, Egypt, born in 1895 “Reclining Nude”
By Joseph Misraki
Located in Sheffield, MA
Joseph Misraki Egypt, born in 1895 “Reclining Nude” Oil on canvas 30 by 40 in. W/frame 39 by 49 in. He was a member of the salon d’Autom...
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Egyptian Vintage 1940s Paintings

Naughty Girls at the Lake 1915 and 1950
Located in Ferndale, MI
Naughty girls at the lake 1915 and 1950, Signed Ornold, 1940.
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

View of Mt Shasta Attributed to Mihran Kevork Serailian
Located in Pasadena, TX
1867-1957 Having spent a considerable time in Egypt, Serailian arrived in Boston in 1892 and then accepted a position to teach in Indiana at Taylor University. He settled in San Francisco in 1900. He was a good friend of Luther Burbank and did many botanical illustrations for him. He died in San Francisco on Sept. 7, 1957. His work includes landscapes, florals, and portraits. View Of Mt Shasta...
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American Romantic Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Portrait Oil Painting of Masked Women by Franz Cižek, Czech, 1946
Located in London, GB
Expressionist mystical portrait of purple veiled and masked women is painted in intense and non-naturalistic colors blue, green and red. She is holding a yellow card in one hand and ...
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Czech Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

French sanguine Art work
Located in Bronx, NY
French sanguine Art work representing a detail of a Parisian Park.
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French Vintage 1940s Paintings

Signed Oil Painting of Amsterdam
Located in Stamford, CT
1940s oil painting of Amsterdam's red light district.
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Dutch Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Surrealist Landscape Watercolor Signed R. E. Schwelke and Dated 1947
By R.E. Schwelke
Located in Pasadena, CA
Framed colorful surrealist watercolor, signed by artist R.E. Schwelke in 1947. Titled "Landscape #1". Dark stained frame.
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint, Wood

Borge Bokkenhauser, Model Atelier, Oil On Linen, 1943
By Børge Bokkenheuser 1
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Expressionist nude by Borge Bokkenheuser of Denmark. Strong emotion is presented in this work that maintains an impasto paint technique that is automatic as a drawing would be made....
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Danish Expressionist Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Linen, Paint

The painting "Cliff", Scandinavia, early XXcentury
Located in Chorzów, PL
The painting "Cliff". Dimensions: Frame: height 53 cm / width 68 cm Image: height 40 cm / width 55 cm
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Scandinavian Other Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

Allan Gwynne-Jones '1892-1982' "H M The Queen When Princess Elizabeth" Study
Located in Pewsey, GB
ALLAN GWYNNE-JONES (1892-1982) "H M The Queen when Princess Elizabeth" study for No. 47 depicting the Princess in Windsor Great Park, oil on board, ...
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British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Oil Painting of Denmark Out in the Country by Niels Walseth
Located in Lejre, DK
This oil painting on canvas captures the serene beauty of Denmark's countryside, showcasing the talent of the artist Niels Walseth (1914-2001). Known for his captivating landscapes, ...
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Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Vintage Original Signed Watercolor Painting Titled “ Hampton Court “
Located in Seattle, WA
This beautiful watercolor on paper Shows a viewpoint of buildings through an archway. Signed, dated, and titled in the lower corner. Professionally framed and matted. Vintage Conditi...
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Wood

Original French Oil Painting
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a gorgeous French still life! The countertop with cookware and ingredients waiting to be used makes it easy to imagine a morning cooking in the kitchen. Light colors pair tog...
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French Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Italian Oil Painting of Young Woman by G. Gianmarco
Located in London, GB
A very attractive Italian oil painting of the head of a young woman. Signed and dated by G. Gianmarco, 1945. Set in French ebonized frame.
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Italian Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Wood

Impressionism Woodstock NY Artist "Chicken and Eggs" Oil on Canvas
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Stunning 1940s impressionist oil on canvas by Francis Stein. Well done oil. Depicting chickens and eggs. Would fit well in a mid-century environment as well as a Country. Be sure to ...
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

S. W. Brooks, Pastel Portrait, Miami Beach, 1947
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
S. W. Brooks, pastel portrait on cardboard, Miami Beach, 1947 Dimension: 68 x 82 cm Without frame: 60 x 44 cm.
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North American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paper

"At the Old Stone Wall" Original Oil by Emmett Watson
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Oil on canvas; 25" x 32." From the archives of the Shaw Barton Calendar Co. used for an early calendar print. Framed. Watson sold most of his freelance pulp covers to the (1893- 1955) Frank A. Munsey Publishing Company for Argosy, Big Chief Western, Detective Fiction Weekly, and Railroad Stories. Emmett...
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American Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Mid c20th Scandinavian framed oil on panel of flower vase
By Alfhild Elvstedt
Located in London, GB
Striking framed Scandinavian mid C20th oil painting on a wooden panel. The still life is of a colourful large display of flowers set in a vase including Gladioli and wild daisy type flowers on top of a small round green topped side table.
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Norwegian French Provincial Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

1947 Crest Painting
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Painting of crest on paper dated 1947.
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Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Lennart Lilja, Oil on Board, 1945
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Lennart Lilja, 1945 Oil on the board Work dated and signed by the artist Dimensions 46/38 Unframed work Lennart Lilja (1924-2008). He was a Swedish artist. Student of Isaac Gründewald and Otte Sköld. In the 1950s he wrote plays and tried his hand as an actor. This resulted in a role in The Seventh...
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Swedish Other Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Wood

Jean Thomas (1923-2019) "monkey with camembert" large oil on canvas 1949
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jean Thomas (1923-2019) "monkey with camembert" large oil on canvas signed and dated 1949 origin: "sale of Workshop"
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Paint

Oil on canvas "Country house" by Carlo Dalla Zorza - 1945, Italy
Located in Vicenza, VI
An oil on canvas, applied on cardboard, made by Carlo Dalla Zorza in 1945 measuring 40x50 cm. The artist is known for his ability to capture the natural light and colors of the Venet...
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Italian Other Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Canvas

Symbolic and Metaphysical Inspiration, Oil on Wood
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Oil on panel of symbolist and metaphysical inspiration depicting a young man inserted in a strong context of almost geometric composition. The portrait is not meant to be decorative ...
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Italian Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Wood

Pair of Bas-Reliefs in Scagliola with Figures of Women, England, 1940
Located in Napoli, IT
Pair of bas-reliefs in scagliola with figures of women, England, 1940.
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English Other Vintage 1940s Paintings

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Brass

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