Mid-20th Century Paintings

The oil painting depicting a nude female in a state of relaxation, her hair styled in the fashion of the Art Deco period, in period molded and ebonized frame with gilt rabbet.

Moroccan Orientalist oil on canvas painting of a 19th century Moroccan market scene with an old men seating on a carpet selling old coins and a Moorish...

One of a kind and very beautiful work by René Genis, a French painter known for his serene and poetic style, depicts a sown field from an unusual perspective, cut by a foreground of...

Original acrylic painting on wood with Two blackbirds and a pot with an orange tree against a blue background in square format by Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo. Rangel was an artist, grap...

Teeming with allegory and symbolism, this large and elaborate study by Eugene Savage for a major mural to be executed in mosaic was painted for the new Queens Supreme Courthouse -- a...

Vintage - E. MULBE - gouache landscape painting on panel - signed lower left - contained in a vintage softwood frame - old Simpson's framing label verso - mid 20th century. Excellen...

Beautifully painted in glowing, deep ruddy and brown tones, this sensitive portrait of a young man in Taxco was painted by Ralph Dwight Ayer in the ...

Edwin Siegfried (American, 1889-1955), Marsh at Sunset, pastel on paper, signed lower right, sight: 21"h x 35.5"w, overall (with frame): 28.5"h x 39.5"...

Original acrylic on board seascape painting by John Horsewell, circa 1990s. The piece is in very good condition with vibrant colors and measures 26.5"x 26.5" overall; the painting it...

PRESENTING a GLORIOUS Contemporary piece of Art by a recognized Indian Master – C J Anthony Doss – The Temptation 1957 . This piece has impeccable Provenance ! It was purchased by a Private Dallas Collector at Sotheby’s New York Auction on 20th September 2005. Sale No: 8111 Lot No. 223. Sotheby’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September. This sale was titled “Indian and Southeast Asian Art”. The Lot is described as: “C.J. Anthony Doss (b. 1933) THE TEMPTATION. Signed and dated ‘C J A Doss/57’ lower right. Oil on canvas laid on board. 27.5 by 20.5 in (69.9 by 52 cm.) The Provenance is given as: “Property from the Collection of Mr. Artur Isenberg”. The painting carried an Auction estimate of USD 2,000 to USD 4,000. Allowing for inflation alone this would be over $6,000 in today’s value. As an added bonus and proof of authenticity the painting still retains it’s original Sotheby’s Lot No. Label. It has substantially increased in value over the years as a HIGHLY DESIRABLE piece from an exhibited and highly collected Modern Indian Master painter. C.J. Anthony Doss is a very highly regarded and widely exhibited, Indian painter. He was born in 1933 and died in 2008. DAG Modern in Mumbai featured Doss’s work. Doss represented India at biennales in Paris and Sao Paulo. He was also a prominent member of the South Indian Society of Painters. His works are in Indian museums...

Mid-Century Oil Painting of Sailboats on the Capri Coast by Giuseppe Cavalleri – Impressionist Marine Art on Board Discover a breathtaking mid-century sailboat painting by renowned Italian artist Giuseppe Cavalleri. This original oil on board painting beautifully captures the tranquil waters of the Capri coast in Italy, portraying a serene Mediterranean seascape filled with graceful sailing boats and sunlit reflections. A masterwork of Impressionist maritime art, this piece transports viewers to the calm, sun-drenched shores of southern Italy during the 20th century. Ideal for collectors of vintage Italian seascape paintings, enthusiasts of Impressionist coastal art, or those seeking an authentic marine painting that radiates peace and atmosphere. Artistic Highlights: Style, Technique & Composition 1. Impressionist Style and Technique This vintage marine painting by Giuseppe Cavalleri exhibits hallmarks of the Impressionist style, focusing on capturing natural light, mood, and momentary impressions over fine detail. The brushwork is fluid yet deliberate, allowing viewers to feel the gentle motion of the sea and the softness of the cloud-strewn sky. The artist skillfully uses short, broken brushstrokes to render the rippling water and textured sky, a signature of mid-century Impressionist techniques. The composition prioritises atmosphere and sensory experience, inviting a sense of immersion into the coastal environment. 2. Balanced Composition with Depth Cavalleri creates a strong sense of depth, using atmospheric perspective and clever placement of the boats. The largest sailboat is positioned off-centre to the right, drawing the eye with its elegant white and tan sails—an excellent use of asymmetrical balance. The horizon line sits just above the center of the painting, expanding the sense of openness and space. 3. Evocative Color Palette A soft, tonal blend of sky blues, aqua, and whites dominates the painting, giving it a serene, almost dreamlike feel. Subtle warm beige and peach tones in the sails contrast against the cool blues of the sea, adding both visual interest and harmony. Cavalleri masterfully blends hues to depict light reflections on water, making this an exceptional example of Italian tonalist marine painting. 4. Tranquil Atmosphere & Emotional Appeal This painting evokes a timeless sense of tranquility, reflecting the leisurely pace of coastal life in mid-20th-century Italy. The distant boats, hazy clouds, and calm water contribute to a peaceful, reflective mood. Whether viewed from a distance or up close, the scene resonates with themes of freedom, simplicity, and quiet beauty, making it a perfect centrepiece for any interior that values art with emotion and soul. Artist Biography: Giuseppe Cavalleri (1893–1951) Giuseppe Cavalleri was a gifted Italian painter born in Milan, Italy, on November 24, 1893. He studied under Ricardo Pellegrini at the esteemed Brera Academy, one of Italy’s most prestigious art institutions. Furthering his artistic development, he later trained in Barcelona, exposing him to a diverse range of European art influences. Cavalleri’s life was marked by resilience. After serving in World War I from 1915 to 1918, he sustained a permanent injury to his dominant right arm. Refusing to let this end his artistic journey, he taught himself to paint with his left hand, showcasing a rare determination and passion for art. Over his career, Cavalleri travelled extensively, capturing a wide array of Mediterranean landscapes, seascapes, and coastal scenes. His works reflect a deep connection to nature, light, and maritime life. He is best known for his tonalist landscape and marine oil paintings, which have become highly collectable. One of his celebrated pieces, Tramonto di Marina, features two anchored boats at sunset beside a distant channel marker—exemplifying his ability to infuse mood and narrative into seascapes. Giuseppe Cavalleri passed away in 1951, leaving behind a legacy of evocative, impressionistic art that continues to captivate viewers and collectors worldwide. Why This Painting is Perfect for Collectors & Enthusiasts Whether you’re an art investor, an interior designer sourcing coastal artwork, or a private collector of mid-century Italian paintings, this piece offers exceptional value and beauty. Ideal For: Collectors of original Italian seascape oil paintings Admirers of Impressionist marine art Enthusiasts of Capri and Amalfi Coast paintings...

Vintage painting, still life of flowers in a vase, oil on canvas, framed in a cream and gold pine frame, signed Scheers Theo at the bottom right, circa mid-20th century. Nice and co...

Vintage MCM Iver Rose oil painting of a clown soldier Additional information: Materials: oil paint, wood Color: Orange Period: Mid 20th Centu...

An unusual, modernist painting by Hilda Altschule, 1950. Entitled "Orpheus and Euridyce", oil on canvas. A quick note about the artist "Hilda Coates Altschule (New York, Russian, 190...

Constant David Ludovic Artz (1870-1951) oil painting on panel, Ducks by the water Dutch painter Constant David Ludovic Artz (Paris 1870-1951 Soestdijk) Ducks by the water. The sce...

This lively oil on canvas painting captures a sunlit Italian street scene, with a striking female figure at its heart. Dressed in a white blouse, green scarf, and blue skirt with flo...

Original watercolor painting by California Artist Joseph Mossberger. Depicting woven leather Mexican sandals. Painted on paper glued to cardboard backing. Measuring 24.75" high, 31.2...

Colorful Expressionist modernist American acrylic painting on canvas. The work is clearly an homage and influence of Bernard Buffet, the French Expressionist figurative painter. The ...

The painting depicts a noble and imposing knight on a majestic white horse, a scene that evokes the nobility and romance of the past. The use of vivid colors and the captivating comp...

Georg August Stahl Abstract Painting: Composition (1962–63) Medium: Oil on masonite Details: Signed on the front by the artist. Label on verso includes title, date, and medium. Dimen...

Small English painting from the first half of the 20th century. Framework oil on canvas depicting a landscape on the river with houses and a bri...

Presenting an enigmatic oil on canvas painting created by an unknown Danish artist made in 1956. This captivating artwork showcases a woman bathing her feet in a bathroom, and it is ...

Titled ‘Net Work’ buffalo artist James Koenig paintings reflected many phases of American painting styles including scenes from the WPA period, abstract...

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.

A RARE BOTTO! SAILING BOATS SEASCAPE PAINTING! MID CENTURY BEAUTIFUL COLOR & STYLE! Circa 1950 Signed: MARY BOTTO Dimensions: APPROXIMATELY. 30" By 25 " FRAMED The mood a...

A beautiful oil painting, lions in an African savannah landscape. Nice composition with a special atmosphere and beautiful use of colors. The painting is framed in a beautiful wooden...

A vibrant celebration of spring using a colorful ensemble of coxcomb, irises, lilies, hybiscus, and a blossoming cherry tree. Great examples of "tarashikomi" or "painting-in", a Rim...

Maj Stentoft (1924-2005), listed Swedish artist. Oil on canvas. Summer landscape with grazing cows. Post-Impressionist style. Coloristic palette. Dating: ca. 1960. Signed. Perfect co...

Made by Constantin Terechkovitch, this lithograph is expressive, colorful, and dynamic. It's probably signed, but we don't know for sure. We're happy to try and remove it from the fr...

Large oil on canvas jungle scene. Probably the back bar decorations of a restaurant or bar area. Nice quality and signed bottom right corner by 2 artists. Pai...

Ole Bjørn Krüger (1922-2007), Danish artist. Oil on Japanese paper placed on board. Modernist composition. 1960s / 70s. The paper measures: 78 x 62 cm. The board measures: 84 x 68 ...

A fantastic and quite alluring original mixed media painting on card stock by New York Greenwich Village artist Joachim (Jack) Probst (1913–1980). The female nude work is titled "Ch...

Brilliantly conceived and executed by Trew Hocker, an important muralist who was strongly influenced by Thomas Hart Benton and Grant Wood, this portrait of a young African American m...

Abstract Mid-century Farmhouse Oil Painting with Impasto Techniques Offered for sale is a vibrant stylized mid-century abstract oil painting on canvas depicting a farmhouse. The c...

A lovely oil painting of a rural landscape in spring or summer time. Painted on canvas with bright colors. Signed left under: Beauvais. More inform...

Charming and lovely, this quiet depiction of two young lovers sitting under a tree in 1942, while World War II was being waged not far away, was painted by G. Lundgren in Sweden and is a close copy of "Amity" by Bernard Fleetwood Walker, owned by the Walker Art gallery in Liverpool, England. The original is well known and was painted in 1933. The young blond female figure is shown with a basket of apples at her side, in a pale blue dress...

Unknown European artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract motif. Mid-20th century. Unsigned. Unframed. In excellent condition. Dimensions: W 80.0 cm x H 27.0 cm.

Large modern abstract oil on canvas 'Sound Wave' by Carlo of Hollywood.

Henri (Rik) van Kogelenberg 'Flemish Dovecote' Naively Painted Oil on Canvas Belgium 1960s This is a delightful and beautifully naively painted mid 20th century work by Henri (Rik) ...

Raoul Dufy "Venice" gouache on paper. Nice new wood frame included. Framed size: 26" x 33" Image size: 16.5" x 23.5".

Leo Russell Painting on Canvas. Abstract Painting dated 1962 with an original simple wood frame. Nice colors and composition. Russell was born in Chicago but made his home in the ...

Klement Olsansky painting, oil on Masonite, Titled "Fishing Boat at Drydock", Canadian 1909-1963, The painting is circa 1945, Signed "K. Olsansky" 1.1. on lower l...

Abstract Mid-Century Modern Painting This Light and Dark Abstract Mid-Century artwork is a captivating abstract painting that measures 36 inches in width and 48 inches in height....

“The Zodiac” Large Modern Italian Signed and Archived Painting by Giovanni Omiccioli Giovanni Omiccioli (1901-1975), a Roman painter belonging to the group of painters of the Roman...

Domenick Capobianco (American, born 1928) abstract pop art acrylic on canvas depicting a black circle on white ground surrounded by a rainbow, apparently unsigned, "Studio Domenick Capobianco" stamp to verso, unframed. 10" H x 10" W. Provenance: Property from the estate of the artist. Note: Domenick Capobianco (American, b. 1928) artist, is a graduate of Washington University at St. Louis and a Rutgers Fellow (1979) , and a Guggeheim Fellow (1984/85). Capobianco taught for many years on the faculty at Rutgers University, N.J. His work is in the collections of the Academie des Beaux-Arts, Ljubjana, Slovenia; the Sammlung Albertina, Vienna, Austria ; L’Instituto per la Culturea e L’Arte, Catania, Italy; The Kharkiv Museum, Kharkiv, Ukraine; Le Musee d’Art Contemporain, Skopje, Macedonia; The M.V. Nesterov Museum, Ufa, Russia; The Newark Public Library, Newark, NJ; The Robert Blackburn Collection, Library of Congress, Washington, DC; and the Weatherspoon Museum, Greensboro, N.C., among many others in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. Long a regular exhibitor at the famed 55 Mercer Gallery...

19th Century portrait of a woman painted in oil on canvas with the frame dated in 1940 Measurements with frame: 69 x 69 x 3 cm.

Oil painting by an artist from the 1930s-1950s. Nude scene of a woman. Oil on wooden panel. Unsigned. The painting technique is strongly reminiscent of the famous German painters of ...

Francisco Bores – "La Ferme" (The Farm) A remarkable and highly collectible painting by the celebrated Spanish modernist Francisco Bores (1898-1972). "La Ferme" is a prime example of...

Black paint on canvas with some touch of white and blue. We have several in our collection. Nice and elegant with a very strong feeling. This is a painting in a medium size 81x 60cm. Signed on bottom (left). Hans Osswald 1919-1983 Hans August Osswald (originally Andersson) was born on 29th August 1919 in Örebro. He was a Swedish painter and book illustrator. Osswald first exhibited at Louis...

Vividly painted in tones of turquoise, canary yellow and warm brown, this extraordinary depiction of a slender Black male nude holding an umbrella -- in our opinion a Mid-Century Mod...

A beautiful painting by Leonard Maurer (1912-1976), titled "Winter Garden #2", 1959. A captivating landscape in a loose, expressive style, masterfully d...

'Simply Fabulous Transformation' - exceptional mid-century cartoon style illustration art - gouache over graphite/colored pencil - signed (unidentified artist/maker) - unframed - Can...

An abstract realism canvas entitled “Maple Avenue, Altamont, New York” by Ed Cowley (1925-2014), chair of the fine arts department at Albany State University for over 50 years. He wa...

This is an amazing and important collection of 8 plaques (7 tin metal and one in wood) that have been hand painted by Catholic religious devotees in gratitude to either Christ, Virgi...

Mineral pigments on gilded silk with gilded bronze hardware. Signature reads: Shunkan.

Vintage Original Mid Century Modern French Etruscan Horse & Warriors Bayuex Stareck Style Framed Signed Painting Elegant, highly styled, Etruscan Marching Horses and Warriors, in the style of the Bayuex Tapestry and the artworks of Edgar Stareck...

Åke Klingberg (1913-1990), Sweden. Oil on board. Modernist landscape, 1960s. The board measures: 40 x 31 cm. The frame measures: 8 cm. In excellent co...

Montague Dawson: ‘Six Metre Class boat by the Lymington Spit’, a watercolour showing a white hulled Six Metre yacht sailing away from a racing buoy, running downwind with reduced goo...