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Still-life Paintings For Sale
Artur Nikitin(1936-2022) Venice, paper/pastel, 49x60 cm
Artur Nikitin(1936-2022) Venice, paper/pastel, 49x60 cm

Artur Nikitin(1936-2022) Venice, paper/pastel, 49x60 cm

By Arturs Nikitins

Located in Riga, LV

Arturs Nikitins (born 1936) - painter, graphic artist. 1962 – graduated from the Latvian Art Academy, Graphic Department with the diploma work “The workers of Novorosijsk” under th...

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1990s Abstract Expressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Swedish Interior Scene with Woman Sewing by Lamplight – Jon Loman
Swedish Interior Scene with Woman Sewing by Lamplight – Jon Loman

Swedish Interior Scene with Woman Sewing by Lamplight – Jon Loman

Located in Stockholm, SE

In Sittande kvinna i interiör, Jon Loman focuses on the poetry of ordinary domestic life, presenting a seated woman absorbed in quiet work at a small table. A lamp forms the emotiona...

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1920s Romantic Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sunset VW Van - Colorful California Beach Still Life Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Sunset VW Van - Colorful California Beach Still Life Acrylic Painting on Canvas

Sunset VW Van - Colorful California Beach Still Life Acrylic Painting on Canvas

By Kathleen Keifer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kathleen Keifer's original artworks represent one of the most significant expressions of New California Realism. Keifer brings a fresh perspective to her colorful scenes of everyday ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Berries in a golden bowl
Berries in a golden bowl

Berries in a golden bowl

By Irina Trushkova

Located in Zofingen, AG

The scene is set with a quiet reverence—a simple golden bowl, brimming with the last treasures of the season. These are not just fruits; they are memories of sunlight, gathered and p...

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2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"At Bloom" Susan Grisell, White Flowers, American Impressionist Floral Sketch
"At Bloom" Susan Grisell, White Flowers, American Impressionist Floral Sketch

"At Bloom" Susan Grisell, White Flowers, American Impressionist Floral Sketch

By Susan Grisell

Located in New York, NY

Susan Grisell At Bloom, circa 1990 Signed lower right Oil on board 9 7/8 x 7 7/8 inches Following the guidance of her long-time teacher and mentor, the respected New England impressionist painter, Bernard Lennon, Susan Grisell developed a style marked adherence to nature. Her paintings are recognizable for their effortless rendering, with line and color that express the impressions of what she observes, and dense brushwork that conveys her response following the sensitive observation of atmosphere. In May 2023, one of Susan's paintings "Blue Crock...

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1990s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting
Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting

Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Profusion of Flowers Classical Still Life Dutch School, 19th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 32 x 21 inches provenance: private collection condition: very good and sound con...

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Late 19th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Thin Dahlias - unframed
Thin Dahlias - unframed

Thin Dahlias - unframed

By Gary Bukovnik

Located in Burlingame, CA

'Thin Dahlias' - unframed by master watercolorist Gary Bukovnik, who fuses sensual vitality with fluid yet powerful colorations to create floral images of great depth, intensity, and size. Internationally exhibited and celebrated worldwide, Bukovnik’s iconic works express a spiritual exultation - a joie de vivre - a vivid celebration of beauty. The painting captures the season of nature’s rebirth when the world awakes from its winter repose — Forever Spring...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Wild Flowers In White Vase In Green Interior British Modernist Oil Painting

Wild Flowers In White Vase In Green Interior British Modernist Oil Painting

By Irina Hale

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Wild Flowers by Irina Hale (British 1932-2022) oil painting on thick artist paper, unframed size: 8.5 x 6.5 inches provenance: private collection, Cotswolds condition: very good Iri...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Basketball Diaries" Painted Ink Illustration of Neighborhood Basketball Hoop
"Basketball Diaries" Painted Ink Illustration of Neighborhood Basketball Hoop

"Basketball Diaries" Painted Ink Illustration of Neighborhood Basketball Hoop

By Sean 9 Lugo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Basketball Diaries" is an original piece by Sean 9 Lugo, known artistically for his murals and street art. The piece is made from acrylic and ink on mixed media panel and was debute...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

La Mer - Fauvist Seascape Oil Painting by Louis Valtat
La Mer - Fauvist Seascape Oil Painting by Louis Valtat

La Mer - Fauvist Seascape Oil Painting by Louis Valtat

By Louis Valtat

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Signed fauvist oil on canvas seascape by French painter Louis Valtat. This stunning piece depicts a view of the white sails of sailboats in turquoise-blue waters. The white foam of t...

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1920s Fauvist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fauvist Style Illustration Painting of Autumn Harvest IV, Warm Tones on Paper
Fauvist Style Illustration Painting of Autumn Harvest IV, Warm Tones on Paper

Fauvist Style Illustration Painting of Autumn Harvest IV, Warm Tones on Paper

By Romina Milano

Located in Barcelona, ES

"Autumn Harvest IV" is an abstract expressionist painting by Romina Milano where a dance of black gestures unfolds across colorful brushstrokes infused with raw emotion. Romina Mil...

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2010s Fauvist Still-life Paintings

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Acrylic, Watercolor, India Ink

Still Life with Chinese Lanterns and a Book - Painting - mid-20th Century
Still Life with Chinese Lanterns and a Book - Painting - mid-20th Century

Still Life with Chinese Lanterns and a Book - Painting - mid-20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Oil on canvas realized in the early 20th Century. Hand signed "Werven". A richly atmospheric still life depicting a decorative green ceramic planter filled with delicate silver-dol...

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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Colourful Rose Bouquet in White Vase Original French Still Life Oil Painting
Colourful Rose Bouquet in White Vase Original French Still Life Oil Painting

Colourful Rose Bouquet in White Vase Original French Still Life Oil Painting

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Radiant Blooms signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) size: 16 x 13 inches dated 84' oil painting on board, unframed condition: the painting is in very good condition. It has previousl...

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20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vase Of Roses Still Life - Original Impressionist on Board
Vase Of Roses Still Life - Original Impressionist on Board

Vase Of Roses Still Life - Original Impressionist on Board

By Leon Franks

Located in Soquel, CA

Vase Of Roses Still Life - Original Impressionist on Board Original oil still life painting of a vase of colorful roses by Leon Franks (Canadian, 1914-1970). The green vase sits hol...

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20th Century Post-Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Studio Flowers, Yellow orchids on pink, original painting, flowers
Studio Flowers, Yellow orchids on pink, original painting, flowers

Studio Flowers, Yellow orchids on pink, original painting, flowers

Located in Deddington, GB

An original still life from my Studio Flower series. Yellow orchids in a Moroccan inspired bowl, created in Oxfordshire. Each flower is hand crafted from Japanese paper and the back ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Chromatic Shoal, Fluid School of Fish Patterns in Tropical Tones, Large Diptych
Chromatic Shoal, Fluid School of Fish Patterns in Tropical Tones, Large Diptych

Chromatic Shoal, Fluid School of Fish Patterns in Tropical Tones, Large Diptych

By Enric Servera

Located in Barcelona, ES

Chromatic Shoal is a tropical seascape diptych by Enric Servera where gestural abstraction and fluid color rhythms evoke the movement of a lively school of fish. Interlacing, serpent...

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor, Monoprint

Pastel Study 1 - Original Architecture Landscape Oil Based Artwork on Paper
Pastel Study 1 - Original Architecture Landscape Oil Based Artwork on Paper

Pastel Study 1 - Original Architecture Landscape Oil Based Artwork on Paper

By Kathleen Keifer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kathleen Keifer's original artworks represent one of the most significant expressions of New California Realism. Keifer brings a fresh perspective to her colorful scenes of everyday ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Still-life Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil Pastel

Louis Emiel Chappel (1888-1963) "Floral Still Life II" Original Painting c.1950
Louis Emiel Chappel (1888-1963) "Floral Still Life II" Original Painting c.1950

Louis Emiel Chappel (1888-1963) "Floral Still Life II" Original Painting c.1950

By Louis Emiel Chappel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Louis Emiel Chappel (1888-1963) floral still life II oil painting, circa 1950s Beautiful full basket bouquet of flowers on a pedestal by listed artist Louis Chappel. Original oil o...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage American Modernist Abstract Flower Still Life Signed Framed Oil Painting
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Flower Still Life Signed Framed Oil Painting

Vintage American Modernist Abstract Flower Still Life Signed Framed Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Vintage American modernist abstract flower still life oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY collection. Measuring: 20 by 16 inches overall. Ha...

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1940s Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Contemporary French Impressionist Oil The Red Lobster on the Kitchen Table
Contemporary French Impressionist Oil The Red Lobster on the Kitchen Table

Contemporary French Impressionist Oil The Red Lobster on the Kitchen Table

By Georges Bordonove

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Red Lobster by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary) dated 1984 signed oil painting on board, unframed board: 13 x 16 inches condition: very good provenance: from a large priv...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hunt Slonem "Pink Tulip" Unique Oil Painting of a Flower
Hunt Slonem "Pink Tulip" Unique Oil Painting of a Flower

Hunt Slonem "Pink Tulip" Unique Oil Painting of a Flower

By Hunt Slonem

Located in Boston, MA

Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Pink Tulip Date: 2025 Medium: Oil on wood Unframed Dimensions: 10" x 8" Framed Dimensions: 14.5" x 12.5" Signature: Signed by Artist on Verso Editi...

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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still life with bird 1984
Still life with bird 1984

Still life with bird 1984

By Mary Fedden

Located in Douglas, Isle of Man

After Mary Fedden OBE R.A. PPRWA 1915-2012, was an English artist and teacher of art. She studied at the Slade School of Art in London and she painted portraits, murals and developed...

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Late 20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Still life with fish. 1996, cardboard, oil, 49x120 cm

Still life with fish. 1996, cardboard, oil, 49x120 cm

By Arturs Nikitins

Located in Riga, LV

Arturs Nikitins (born 1936) - painter, graphic artist. 1962 – graduated from the Latvian Art Academy, Graphic Department with the diploma work “The workers of Novorosijsk” under th...

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1990s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

St Ives Porthminster Beach, Angela Gordon-Webb, Original Seascape Painting
St Ives Porthminster Beach, Angela Gordon-Webb, Original Seascape Painting

St Ives Porthminster Beach, Angela Gordon-Webb, Original Seascape Painting

Located in Deddington, GB

Angela Gordon-Webb St Ives, Porthminster Beach Original Seascape Painting Acrylic Paint on Canvas Canvas Size: H 23cm x W 30cm Framed Size: H 46cm x W 52cm x D 3cm Sold Framed Please note that in situ images are purely an indication of how a piece may look. Porthminster Beach, St Ives through the window, an original seascape painting by Angela Webb. The bright turquoise tones of the sea are dispersed by the faint wisp of the window’s curtains...

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

"Mountain Road" Contemporary Realistic Colorado Aspen Tree Landscape Painting
"Mountain Road" Contemporary Realistic Colorado Aspen Tree Landscape Painting

"Mountain Road" Contemporary Realistic Colorado Aspen Tree Landscape Painting

By Jerry Greenberg

Located in Houston, TX

Contemporary realistic Colorado landscape nature painting by Houston based artist Jerry Greenberg. The work features sunlight streaming onto a rock path lined with aspen trees. Signed in the front lower right corner as well as titled on the reverse. Currently hung in a gold frame. Dimensions Without Frame: H 24 in. x W 24 in. Artist Biography: I have a deep appreciation for nature. In my work I seek to convey the landscape as I experience it emotionally as well as visually. I travel frequently throughout the United States and Europe in search of new landscapes. Some of my favorite subjects include rivers and creeks in the Texas hill country; aspen trees in the Rocky Mountains; ponds in New England; and lush rolling hills in the English countryside. My influences include French and Russian Impressionists and early California landscape...

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2010s Naturalistic Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large French Expressionist Floral Still Life Oil Painting
Large French Expressionist Floral Still Life Oil Painting

Large French Expressionist Floral Still Life Oil Painting

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Expressionist floral on a grand scale! This large and colourful modern oil painting on canvas is by French artist Colette Chasseigneaux (1925-2017). A gorgeous array of colour, but ...

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Late 20th Century Expressionist Still-life Paintings

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Oil

French Impressionist Interior Rose Wine + Apples Still Life Framed Painting
French Impressionist Interior Rose Wine + Apples Still Life Framed Painting

French Impressionist Interior Rose Wine + Apples Still Life Framed Painting

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Still Life Interior By Fanch Lel Signed and dated 95' Framed: 12.5 x 10 inches Size: 12 x 9.5 inches (height x width) Oil painting on thin board, framed Condition: Good condition ove...

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20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

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Oil

"Delightful"

"Delightful"

By Jane Jones

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Jones is a Denver native and continues to live near there at the foot of her beloved Rocky Mountains, where the light that she loves is bright and clear, and the seasons, which influ...

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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jean Millien (1918-1998) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Bouquet of Mixed Flowers
Jean Millien (1918-1998) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Bouquet of Mixed Flowers

Jean Millien (1918-1998) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Bouquet of Mixed Flowers

Located in Corsham, GB

A vibrant still life painting of mixed flowers by French artist Jean Millien (1918-1998). The painting expresses similarities to the floral works of Henri Matisse. Signed to the lowe...

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20th Century Still-life Paintings

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Oil

"FLOWERS" STILL LIFE OIL ON CANVAS APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE DATED 2001
"FLOWERS" STILL LIFE OIL ON CANVAS APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE DATED 2001

"FLOWERS" STILL LIFE OIL ON CANVAS APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE DATED 2001

By Jose Vives-Atsara

Located in San Antonio, TX

Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004) San Antonio Artist Image Size: 30 x 24 Frame Size: 38.75 x 32.75 Medium: Oil on Canvas Applied by Palette Knife Dated 2001 "Flowers" Biography Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004) His list of Pallbearers says it all. They were not just buyers of his art they were some of his closest friends. Pallbearers: E. Glenn Biggs, James M. Cavender, III, Tom C. Frost, Jr., James W. Gorman, Jr., George B. Irish, Joseph R. Krier, Robert L. Mooney and H. Bartell Zachry, Jr. Jose Vives-Atsara was born April 13, 1919, in Villafranca del Penedes near Barcelona, Spain. A native Spaniard, he developed a love of painting at an early age, and by age 11 had committed himself to becoming an artist. He studied at Colegio de San Ramon and had his first one-person show at age 14. The Spanish Civil interrupted his idyllic young life as he was forced to serve in the Communist Army, and then was imprisoned, suffering many hardships. Soon after the war he married Emilia Hill Domenech, and in 1947 set out to move with his wife and child aboard a tramp steamer to the United States. Unfortunately, immigration quotas did not allow them to move directly to the United States, and it was eight years before they achieved that goal. During this interim before obtaining temporary visas, he and his family lived first, in Caracas, Venezuela and then in Mexico City, Mexico. The family settled in San Antonio, Texas, where he had made friends on a previous visit. He and his wife and children gained citizenship in time for their first Christmas in the United States. He became such an exemplary immigrant citizen that officials of the U.S. District Court for the Western District Court regularly invited him to share his thoughts and advice for living in America with newly naturalized citizens Vives-Atsara also developed a close relationship with the Incarnate Word College, becoming, over the years, both a professor of art, and Artist in Residence. As a painter, he depicted many local scenes including San Antonio missions and the San Antonio River. For special guests such as Pope John Paul II, heads of state, and royalty from foreign countries, he was commissioned to provide paintings as gifts. His paintings were also commissioned for Frost Bank and the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. For his vibrant oil paintings, he used only nine colors, mixed in a variety of ways. They have been described as both realistic and impressionistic. "Vives-Atsara believed that art is a reflection of the artist's soul, if this is true; his paintings reflect a beautiful, bright spirit." (Richardson) Jose Vives-Atsara died in San Antonio on January 13, 2004 and is buried there in Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum. Jose Vives-Atsara was born in Vilafranca del Panades in the Catalonian region of Spain on April 30, 1919. As a small boy he loved to sketch with pencil and paper. He began painting at the age of eleven. His first one-man show came at the ripe old age of fourteen. From that time on, painting has been his love and his way of life. Jose studied art at Saint Raymond College and School of Fine Arts in Barcelona. He is quick to admit that his most inspirational teacher has been nature itself. Mr. Vives-Atsara came to San Antonio in 1956 where he has established his art career. His use of a palette knife in painting allows him to blend rich pure pigments to achieve his goal of creating a powerful statement of color directly on the canvas. This style is intended to produce works that are distinctively 'Vives-Atsara'. Vives-Atsara is represented in public collections including the Museum of Modern Art, Spain; Fort Worth Art Museum, Texas; His Royal Highness Juan Carlos...

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Early 2000s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

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Oil

18th-Century Baroque Oil Still Life Flowers Floral Arrangement in an Ornate Urn
18th-Century Baroque Oil Still Life Flowers Floral Arrangement in an Ornate Urn

18th-Century Baroque Oil Still Life Flowers Floral Arrangement in an Ornate Urn

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Elaborate Floral Arrangement French artist, 18th Century oil on canvas, framed Framed: 27 x 34 inches Canvas: 22 x 29 inches Provenance: private collection, England Condition: very...

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Mid-18th Century Baroque Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Cherry On Top - Original Abstract Cocktail Still Life Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Cherry On Top - Original Abstract Cocktail Still Life Acrylic Painting on Canvas

Cherry On Top - Original Abstract Cocktail Still Life Acrylic Painting on Canvas

By Kellie Newsome

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Columbus, Georgia (USA) based artist Kellie Newsome specializes in dynamic and abstracted still-life artworks. Her expressive style emphasizes line structure, creating vibrant painti...

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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

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Mixed Media, Acrylic, Canvas

Sunflowers Oil on Canvas Painting, Expressionist Style, 50x50 cm
Sunflowers Oil on Canvas Painting, Expressionist Style, 50x50 cm

Sunflowers Oil on Canvas Painting, Expressionist Style, 50x50 cm

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Natalia Pankova (1965) - Sunflowers - Oil on canvas Oil measurements 50x50 cm. Frameless. This striking piece by Natalia Pankova, a renowned contemporary Russian painter, captures the energy and vitality of a sunflower bouquet in her signature expressionist style. Pankova uses a vibrant palette and dynamic brushstrokes, creating a powerful balance between structure and emotion. The artist draws clear inspiration from masters such as Vincent van Gogh, whose use of color and expressive approach to still life revolutionized the art world, and Paul Cézanne, celebrated for his structural and geometric treatment of still life. Additionally, echoes of Wassily Kandinsky's expressionism can be seen, particularly in the harmonious interplay of shapes and colors. The painting is not framed, offering the buyer the freedom to select a frame that best suits their personal style and space. Perfect for collectors or contemporary art enthusiasts looking for a vibrant and unique piece. An excellent addition to any collection! Natalia Yuryevna Pankova (Russian: Наталия Юрьевна Панкова, Gorky, June 28, 1965) is a Russian painter. Natalia Pankova was born in the city of Gorky in 1965. She finished her studies at the Gorky Art Institute and the Moscow External University of Humanities. Master in art criticism. Member of the Union of Artists of Russia. President of the Directorate of the Nizhny Novgorod Fund “Russian Art” Representative advisor of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia in the city of Nizhny Novgorod for cultural affairs. Natalia Pankova's paintings are in the collections of the Nizhny Novgorod State Art Museum The Museum of Fine Arts of the Republic of Mordovia “S.D. “Erzia” The Chuvash State Art Museum The National Museum of Fine Arts of Algeria Margaret Thatcher Alain Juppé Sergei Kiriyenko Boris Nemtsov Irina Jakamada Frits Philips Mstislav Rostropovich and Galina Vishnevskaya Yuri Bashmet Vladimir Spivakov Bank of Russia He has been exhibiting his work since 1988, during which time he has participated in more than 70 individual exhibitions of artists in Russia and abroad. Among which stand: 1989: Exhibition hall of the Association of Creators “Black...

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1990s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated
Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated

Original 1930's Vintage Motor Car Racing Original Drawing Signed Dated

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Wonderful original pencil drawing depicting a vintage motor car racing scene from the 1930's. The drawing is by - "K. B. White" - a British illustrator and motoring artist who was ...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Still-life Paintings

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Acrylic

French Modernist Still Life with African Masks and Sculptural Forms
French Modernist Still Life with African Masks and Sculptural Forms

French Modernist Still Life with African Masks and Sculptural Forms

By Guy Nicod

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title: French Modernist Still Life with African Masks and Sculptural Forms Guy Nicod (French 1923 - 2021) Gouache on artist paper, unframed Size: 19.5 x 24 inches (height x width) P...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

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Gouache

Gordes Village Luberon Provence Huge Original French Oil Painting on Canvas
Gordes Village Luberon Provence Huge Original French Oil Painting on Canvas

Gordes Village Luberon Provence Huge Original French Oil Painting on Canvas

By Guy Benard

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Guy Benard (French b.1928) signed lower corner. Painter from Rouen, Normandy, exhibited throughout France. Title: Gordes (Luberon Valley, Provence) Medium: signed oil on canvas, unframed and inscribed verso size: 39 x 39 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condition: The painting is in overall very good and sound condition. Arles is a historic city located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southern France. It is situated on the banks of the Rhône River and is known for its rich Roman heritage, picturesque streets, and vibrant cultural scene. Arles has a fascinating history that dates back to Roman times. It was an important Roman provincial capital and became a major trading center. Many well-preserved Roman monuments can still be found in the city today...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

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Still-life paintings work as part of the decor in nearly every type of space.

Still-life art, which includes work produced in media such as painting, photography, video and more, is a popular genre in Western art. However, the depiction of still life in color goes back to Ancient Egypt, where paintings on the interior walls of tombs portrayed the objects — such as food — that a person would take into the afterlife. Ancient Greek and Roman mosaics and pottery also often depicted food. Indeed, still-life paintings frequently feature food, flowers or man-made objects. By definition, still-life art represents anything that is considered inanimate.

During the Middle Ages, the still life genre was adapted by artists who illustrated religious manuscripts. A common theme of these paintings is the reminder that life is fleeting. This is especially true of vanitas, a kind of still life with roots in the Netherlands during the 17th century, which was built on themes such as death and decay and featured skulls and objects such as rotten fruit. In northern Europe during the 1600s, painters consulted botanical texts to accurately depict the flowers and plants that were the subject of their work.

Leonardo da Vinci’s penchant for observing phenomena in nature and filling notebooks with drawings and notes helped him improve as an artist of still-life paintings. Vincent van Gogh, an artist who made a couple of the most expensive paintings ever sold, carried out rich experiments with color over the course of painting hundreds of still lifes, and we can argue that Campbell’s Soup Cans (1961–62) by Andy Warhol counts as still-life art.

While early examples were primarily figurative, you can find still lifes that belong to different schools and styles of painting, such as Cubism, Impressionism and contemporary art.

As part of the wall decor in your living room, dining room or elsewhere, a still-life painting can look sophisticated alongside your well-curated decorative objects and can help set the mood in a space.

When shopping for a still-life painting, think about how it makes you feel and how the artist chose to represent its subject. When buying any art for your home, choose pieces that you connect with. If you’re shopping online, read the description of the work to learn about the artist and check the price and shipping information. Make sure that the works you choose complement or relate to your overall theme and furniture style. Artwork can either fit into your room’s color scheme or serve as an accent piece. Introduce new textures to a space by choosing an oil still-life painting.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of still-life paintings in a wide range of styles and subject matter.