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Neoclassical Paintings

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Style: Neoclassical
Garden of Light
By Parke Custis Dougherty
Located in West Chester, PA
Oil on board of a women with parasol sitting in a garden filled with the light of the day.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

Roger Somville "Plage" Ou Le Celebre Gaillard d'arriere 1978, ‘Beach; Ink Ori
By Roger Somville
Located in Diest, Vlaams Brabant
Roger somville Pen drawing original in Indian ink Oosindische inkt 1923-2014 Schaarbeek brussels belgium Ca1978 dedicated to felicien Rops ( 1833-1898) "Plage" ou le celebre G...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Neoclassical Paintings

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Paper

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Oil on Canvas Screen with Trompe L’œil
Located in IT
18th century, large Italian neoclassical oil on canvas four panels screen with Trompe L’œil These large screen is composed of four panels in oil on canvas painted. Neoclassical, dating to the second half of the 18th century. Each panel represents a trompe l'oeil, with a classical architecture with square section marble columns and large clogging. Inside the pink space of the first and third panels are painted, as inserted in a niche with bronze frame, ancient busts...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Antik Festmény , 19 század
Located in Kerepes, HU
Bemutatjuk Önnek ezt a különleges antik festmény. A bemutatott darab korának megfelelő állapotban van.
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1890s Hungarian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Large Italian Oil on Canvas en Grisaille Depicting Volumnia Veturi & Coriolanus
Located in London, GB
A fine and large Italian oil on canvas en grisaille depiciting Volumnia and Veturia with their retinue pleading with Coriolanus to make peace with Rome. The later frame is silver gil...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

French Late Neoclassic Oil on Canvas, “Cascade on a Woodland River”, ca. 1835
Located in Atlanta, GA
The cascade among large river rock outcroppings on a tree lined bank with a cliff in the near ground and mountain in the background, in a period carved and gilt wood and gesso frame
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1830s French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Vintage Boho Original Oil Portrait on Board
Located in west palm beach, FL
A chic vintage original oil portrait on board. A fabulous painterly composition of a young girl. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Vintage Boho Original Oil Portrait of Man in White Suit
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A handsome man in repose in soft colors. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

19th Century Nautical Maritime Seascape Sail Boat
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Nautical Maritime Seascape Sail Boat The Artist is Heinrich Hess who has signed the Painting
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Vintage Signed Original Oil Portrait of a Mother & Daughter
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil portrait. A brightly colored composition of a mother and daughter. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Miami estate.
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Vintage 20th Century Portrait Oil on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage portrait with an aesthetic is specific to the era it was created. Depicts a smiling women wearing pearls with a dainty rose in her hair. Acquired from a Palm beach estate.
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Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

French Neoclassical Oil Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oil painting from the 1800s; exact year is unknown. This would have been during the Neoclassical period in France; you can tell by the clothes they are wearing and their surroundings...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Hand Painting of Rural Poland: Serenity Captured in Gilt Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the peaceful landscapes of rural Poland with our vintage hand painting on board, a masterpiece that beautifully captures the essence of nature's tranquility. Signed by the ...
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1980s Polish Vintage Neoclassical Paintings

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Lacquer, Giltwood, Wood, Paint

Vintage 1912 Signed Oil Painting on Canvas “Colorado Mount of the Holy Cross”
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage original oil painting on canvas framed in a magnificent gilt frame. A chic American West composition “Colorado Mount of the Holy Cross". Signed and dated. 1912. ...
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Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Paintings

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Textile, Canvas

Original Arch Shaw Oil Painting of a Classic Antique Automobile
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Original Arch Shaw Oil Painting of a Classic Antique Automobile
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Animated View Of Venice, La Dogana, Oil On Framed Canvas, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
View of Venice animated by boats sailing in front of the tip of the Dogana Oil on canvas 19th century, re-lined and restored, in a gilded wooden frame Slight paint losses, gaps, ch...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

19th Century American School Portrait Oil Painting of a Young Girl.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th Century American School Portrait Oil Painting of a Young Girl. Wonderful antique portrait of a charming little girl standing in a warm toned room setting with oriental rug and tapestry wall decoration. She seems to view a pair of small paintings...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Giltwood

19th c. Original Landscape Art
Located in Clermont, FL
Original landscape art, forest and lake scene. signed by artist.
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Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Pair of Watercolors - Marie Louise Anne Victoire de la Fouchardière (1814-1903)
Located in Lisboa, PT
Watercolor paintings depicting flowers are a popular and beautiful form of art. This particular artist Marie-Louise-Anne-Victoire de la Fouchardière, used watercolors to capture th...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paper

Young French Girl Portrait c. 1800 Oil On Canvas
Located in 263-0031, JP
Neoclassicism saturates this droll portrait of a French girl c. 1800: the high-waisted dress, the antique hairstyle "a la Titus” complemented with m...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Oil-on-Canvas Portrait of Julius Caesar, Early 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this stunning oil-on-canvas portrait painting depicting former Roman general and statesman Julius Caesar (100 BC - 44 BC) in a deep scarlet cloak which was tradit...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

French Oil on Panel Painting of a Woman c. 1815
Located in 263-0031, JP
French oil on panel painting of a woman. Composed on a wooden panel, this c. 1815 oil depicts a woman displaying the exaggerated, theatrical mannerisms of the Neoclassical style that...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Wood

Framed Signed Italian Luigi Civechia Painting of Trevi Fountan
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions Framed: H: 12 1/4in W: 13 1/2in D: 1in This framed Luigi Civechia painting of Trevini Fountain is perfect for you and your home! The Trevi Fountain (Italian: Fontana d...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Paintings

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Gold Leaf

Chris Nissen Oil Painting Mid-Century Street Scene of Intersection, Framed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Realism Oil Painting Mid-Century Street Scene of Intersection Large and very realistic oil painting from Chris Nissen. Chris Nissen is a nationally known...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

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Wood, Paint

19th Century European Mountain Landscape Oil On Board
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century European mountain landscape oil on board painting. Lovely picturesque painting of men, horses and buildings along side a lake with mountains su...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Charles Chaplin (French, 1825-1891) Portrait de la famille Gros
By Charles Chaplin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Chaplin (French, 1825-1891) Portrait de la famille Gros, placed in an ornate hand carved gilt wood frame. signed and dated 'Ch. Chaplin. 1860' (lower left) oil on canvas Dim...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Pair of Antique Oil Paintings 19th Century Signed Lambert
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning pair of antique oil paintings is an incredible example of traditional French art, signed by the renowned artist Lambert. The medium-siz...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Signed Oil on Board by John Leon Moran (American 1864-1941) - Woman Making Hay
Located in Morristown, NJ
John Leon Moran (American, 1864-1941), Woman Making Hay, oil on board, signed lower center. This is a charming and evocative painting of a bygone era. The woman, dressed in working clothes and barefoot, is holding a pitchfork. The figure of the woman is very strong while the background is soft and somewhat abstract. Please Note: This painting will be professionally packed for parcel shipping. Dimensions: 29"h x 18"w (sight) 39"h x 27"w (frame) CONDITION: Good/Fair. Upper left portion of painting has areas of paint loss (see photograph) otherwise generally good. Frame and matting in good condition. Provenance: A Michael Greer...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Fabric, Wood, Masonite, Paint

Gorgeous Oil Painting Sailing Ship Early Morning Fog signed A. Cucchi Dates 1939
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
On canvas. Signed A. Cucchi 1939 lower right. Framed measures 41" h x 35 1/8" w x 1 1/2" d. Painting measures 38" h x 32 1/8" d. Condition Previous repair.
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Antique Signed Oil on Canvas Warren W. Sheppard, Likely an America's Cup Race
By Warren W. Sheppard
Located in Morristown, NJ
Warren W. Sheppard (American, 1858-1937), Yacht race, possibly the America's Cup, signed lower right. The yacht in the foreground appears to be flying the flag of the New York Yacht Club. The painting is in a lovely giltwood frame that appears original. Please Note: The painting will be professionally packed and crated for shipping. Dimensions: 22"h x 40"w (stretchers) 31"h x 50"w (frame) Condition: Good. Evidence of repair to rear of canvas (see photographs). Shows well. Ready to hang. Provenance: A Private Collection: Wilton, CT Biography: Warren W. Sheppard (1858 - 1937) Warren Sheppard, was an American marine...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Pair Of Italian Early 19th Century Neapolitan Neo-Classical St. Gouaches
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A unique and most decorative pair of Italian early 19th century Neapolitan Neo-Classical st. gouaches in Walnut and Giltwood frames. Each colorful gouache is of a landscape fishing s...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Walnut, Giltwood

Anne Packard "Path To The Ocean" Oil on Board
Located in New York, NY
Anne Packard (American, b. 1933) "Path To The Ocean" oil painting on board, signed lower left, housed in a carved silvered wood frame, labels on back. Image: 11.5" H x 11.5" W; frame...
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20th Century Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Early 19th Century Oil Painting of Perseus and Andromeda
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique miniature oil painting of Perseus and Andromeda on papier mache. Extraordinary detail. Probably German. Early 19th century in a ...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Brass

Portrait of Gentleman, Oil on Canvas, Gilded Frame
Located in San Francisco, CA
Small framed oil painting of an unknown 19th Century gentleman, of the same timeframe. Painting is in good condition, considering its age. Unsigned.
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

"Twilight in the Hills" Luminous Autumnal Painting by William Louis Sonntag
By William Louis Sonntag Sr. 1
Located in Wiscasset, ME
A luminous Autumn oil on canvas board landscape, probably of the hills in the Hudson River Valley, by the noted American artist William Louis Sonntag (1822-1900). Signed in the lowe...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Italian 19C Big Architectural Hand-coloured Print with Black and Gold Frame
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Rare extra-large (cm 59 x 85) antique watercolour of capital from a collection of architectural details of Florence monuments painted in Italy in the middle of 19th Century. Black ma...
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1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Gold Leaf

William A. Drake (1891-1979) Oil On Canvas Floral Still Life
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Floral still life depicting magnolia branches presented in a red floral decorated vase with a few fallen petals on the table. Signed upper right. Presented in a silver gilt and paint...
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20th Century North American Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

19th Century Antique Portrait of Virginia Gentleman, Oil on Canvas, Framed
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique oil on canvas portrait of an unknown 19th Century Virginian Gentleman, beautifully framed to retain its sense of time and place. Rich brush strok...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Set of Six Neoclassical Oil on Canvas Paintings, Dated 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
Painted in the Neoclassical style, this remarkable set of six oil on canvas paintings offers a captivating allegorical portrayal of the Muses from Greek mythology, each signed and da...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Portrait Of An Aristocrat, Large Oil On Framed Canvas, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Very large portrait of an aristocrat (American plan), dressed in a frock coat and a scarf tied around his neck. He seems to arrive at the place, rather luxurious residence, his jacke...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Large Religious Painting: The Judgment of Jesus by Pontius Pilate, 19th Century
By Ecole de Fountainebleau
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This magnificent 19th-century painting depicts the first act of the Christian journey, the Judgment of Jesus Christ by Pontius Pilate. It stands out as an exceptional work due to its...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Vintage Framed Still Life Painting of Summer Fruits by Jim Rodgers
Located in Morristown, NJ
Jim Rodgers (American/New Jersey, b. 1958), a framed still life with summer fruit, signed "Rodgers" at lower right. Succulent ripe peaches, figs and raspberries are beautifully rende...
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1990s American Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas of an Antique Scene, Marouflaged on Wood, Signed by Royer
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this wonderful oil painting on canvas mounted on wood, depicting a lively scene with elements such as characters and ruins of ancient times. It offers a striking ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

18th century Petite Oil Painting of Napoleon Bonaparte in Full Dress Uniform
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome petite oil painting measures five inches x seven inches at the sight line and is signed by the unknown artist Renee. It portrays a younger Napoleon but shows many meda...
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1780s French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Giltwood

Portrait of a men from XIXth century
Located in BORDEAUX, FR
Portrait of a seated man in a suit. Very decorative portrait from french school.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

1940’s Still-Life Oil on Canvas
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oil on Canvas Still-Life of Bottles, Vases and Teapot. Nice Colors! Original Frame shows Gesso Loss to left side but has a great look!
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Diana Urania and Calliope Goddesses Painting 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A great painting of a classic mythology scene. Diana the goddess and the nymphs Uraniaand Calliope with a hunting dog. Very exactly drawn figures in the foreground, soft brush strok...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Love painting by Emile Beranger 19th Century
By Jean Baptiste Antoine Emile Beranger
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 19th Century painting of a couple in love / gallant scene of Greco-Roman inspiration of the School of Antoine Watteau Watteau by Jean Baptiste Emile Beranger. ‘Beranger’ Signature...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Oil Painting Portrait Miniature: Napoleon Bonaparte, Full Military Dress
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Antique Oil Painting French Portrait Miniature: Napoleon Bonaparte, Full Military Dress France, Mid-19th Century Measures: 13 centimeters ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Wood

Alexandre Gaston Guignard (1848 - 1922), oil on canvas, Landscape Cows
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Alexandre Gaston Guignard (1848 - 1922), oil on canvas, Landscape This is a beautiful painting by the French painter Gasto Guignard. It is a field of cows and Hay, Calm setting with ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

Squero di San Trovaso, an Old Gondola Boatyard on the Dorsoduro in Venice
Located in Chicago, IL
Squero di San Trovaso, an old gondola boatyard on the Dorsoduro in Venice. A large Palladian style building rises above the rest, signifying a remarkable feat of Classic architectura...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Wood

Tony Evans Architectural Neoclassical Oil Painting in Jerry Solomon Frame
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Tony Evans Architectural Neoclassical Oil Painting in Jerry Solomon Frame.
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1980s Vintage Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Giltwood

Religious painting of Christ
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a captivating Oil Painting of Christ, created around 1840. This artwork is a testament to fine craftsmanship, showcasing intricate deta...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Samuel Reindorf Painting + A signed Book
Located in New York, NY
Pastel scene by Samuel Reindorf "Americana" Titled "Red Boat" is accompanied but his signed book. Signed Lower right. The Original Frame is made of Wood, leather and glass.
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Sigmund Landsinger 19th Century Painting of a Young Women
Located in Münster, DE
Sigmund Landsinger (*1855 Vukowar + 1939) Pupil and close confidant of Arnold Böcklin 'Portrait of a young woman Tempera on wood, painted in 1887, Monogrammed and dated upper left,...
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1880s German Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Paint

Antique 19th Century Portrait Painting of Boston Gentleman in Period Gilt Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sensitive and beautifully painted 19th century portrait of a Boston Gentleman. He is distinctly attired in a black coat with a high collared white shirt. His eyes are large and emo...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

Hudson River School Painting
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Hudson River School Painting with full animals around, MUSEUM PIECE,
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Late 19th Century North American Antique Neoclassical Paintings

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Canvas

American Oil on Canvas of Single Masted Schooner Yacht under Full Sail 20th Cent
Located in Hollywood, SC
American nautical oil on canvas of single masted schooner yacht under full sail with American flags, and crews on deck while second vessel victory is approaching. Painting is mounte...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

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Silver Leaf

Neoclassical paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage paintings created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paint, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical paintings made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original paintings, popular names associated with this style include Christopher Willett, Mitch Billis, George C Thomas, and Jean-Victor Bertin. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for paintings differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $45 and tops out at $175,000 while the average work can sell for $3,200.

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