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Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

REALIST STYLE

Realist art attempts to portray its subject matter without artifice. Similar to naturalism, authentic realist paintings and prints see an integration of true-to-life colors, meticulous detail and linear perspectives for accurate portrayals of the world. 

Work that involves illusionistic techniques of realism dates back to the classical world, such as the deceptive trompe l’oeil used since ancient Greece. Art like this became especially popular in the 17th century when Dutch artists like Evert Collier painted objects that appeared real enough to touch. Realism as an artistic movement, however, usually refers to 19th-century French realist artists such as Honoré Daumier exploring social and political issues in biting lithographic prints, while the likes of Gustave Courbet and Jean-François Millet painting people — particularly the working class — with all their imperfections, navigating everyday urban life. This was a response to the dominant academic art tradition that favored grand paintings of myth and history. 

By the turn of the 20th century, European artists, such as the Pre-Raphaelites, were experimenting with nearly photographic realism in their work, as seen in the attention to every botanical attribute of the flowers surrounding the drowned Ophelia painted by English artist John Everett Millais.

Although abstraction was the guiding style of 20th-century art, the realism trend in American modern art endured in Edward Hopper, Andrew Wyeth and other artists’ depictions of the complexities of the human experience. In the late 1960s, Photorealism emerged with artists like Chuck Close and Richard Estes giving their paintings the precision of a frame of film.

Contemporary artists such as Jordan Casteel, LaToya Ruby Frazier and Aliza Nisenbaum are now using the unvarnished realist approach for honest representations of people and their worlds. Alongside traditional mediums, technology such as virtual reality, artificial intelligence and immersive installations are helping artists create new sensations of realism in art.

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Style: Realist
Swimmer s Pause
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original watercolor painting by artist Thomas Quinn. 18.5 x 30.75 Framed.
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Charlie Chaffinch - Original 1930s illustration by Steven Spurrier
Located in London, GB
STEVEN SPURRIER (1878-1961) Charlie Chaffinch Signed; inscribed beneath the mount: Charlie Chaffinch. Sampsons Circus No.4 Faber & Faber Pen and ink, framed 17 by 9.5 cm., 6 ¾ by 3 ¾ in. (frame size 34 by 24.5 cm., 13 ½ by 9 ¾ in.) After an apprenticeship to his silversmith father, Spurrier studied art and became a freelance magazine illustrator contributing to such magazines as The Graphic, Illustrated London News and the Radio Times. He also produced posters for theatrical productions and illustrated books. From 1913 he exhibited his paintings at the Royal Academy, a favourite theme being circus performers. During the First World War he worked with the Admiralty developing dazzle camouflage...
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1930s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink

Girl in a Sari - 20th Century pencil drawing by Carolyn Sergeant
Located in London, GB
CAROLYN SERGEANT (1937-2018) Girl in Sari Signed on the reverse and inscribed: Set of six Drawings of a Figure from the Life - Finals Pencil and...
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1960s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Chalk, Pencil

The Alchemist, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
In my painting the alchemist emerges as a symbol of human curiosity and the relentless quest for understanding, inspiring all who behold his mystical laboratory to explore the unknow...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Horse
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
One of a kind, original pencil drawing on paper by Thomas Blackshear II. Framed Dimensions: 15" X 12"
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pencil

North Atlantic, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This artwork is showing a rustic home on the shore of the North Atlantic with the strong afternoon light shining down. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Beyond the Rocks, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Rustic and weathered fisherman houses on the west coast are featured in this painting, including large prominent rocks in the foreground. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

The Boys Study
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
One of a kind, original pencil drawing on paper by Thomas Blackshear II. Framed Dimensions: 15.25" X 13.5"
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pencil

Afternoon Light, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
An old abandoned house with character on a cloudy day with sunlight breaking through the clouds and shining on the front roof. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an off...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Winter Winds, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A frosen over river in the middle of winter with trees in the distance. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Melting Snow, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
An old stone two storey rural house half hidden amongst dark trees and branches with a touch of snow on the on field in the foreground. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes wi...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Homestead, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
An illuminated two storey country home is catching the late afternoon sunlight in contrast with the dark trees behind it creating a powerful image. :: Painting :: Realism :: This p...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Paysan Centenaire, Soldat de l Armée du Général Kosenisko by Franciszek Tepa
Located in London, GB
SOLD UNFRAMED Paysan Centenaire, Soldat de l'Armée du Général Kosenisko by Franciszek Tepa (1829-1889) Watercolour 26.3 x 30 cm (10 ⅜ x 11 ¾ inches) Initialed and dated lower left, ...
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1870s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Interpretation I Girl with Big Eyes, Drawing, Pen Ink on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
from Interpretation series / based on a photograph by Taras Kuscynskyj / technique: ink wash / materials: heavyweight Fabriano watercolor paper (300g/m2) / Koh-i-noor ink / bamboo p...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pen

Lion
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
One of a kind, original pencil drawing on paper by Thomas Blackshear II. Framed Dimensions: 11.5" X 11.75"
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pencil

Animal drawing of sitting crow in black by enlightened british painter
Located in Milan, IT
Peter Paillou (c.1720 – c.1790) was a British artist best known for his paintings of birds, many of which were used as book illustrations. He gained repute in the 18th century as a natural history painter and illustrator. He was employed by two leading naturalists and antiquarians of the time, Taylor White (1701-1772) and Thomas Pennant (1726-1798). He illustrated the latter's British Zoology and decorated the hall at Downing, Pennant's house in Flintshire, with several pictures of birds...
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18th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Tempera, Watercolor

Eagle Study from Take Flight
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
One of a kind, original pencil drawing on paper by Thomas Blackshear II. Framed Dimensions: 11.25" X 9.25"
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pencil

Fort DeSoto Beach, Tierra Verde, Fl., Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
I photographed this pleasant scene of people walking their dogs on the beach at Fort DeSoto Park near Tierra Verde, Fl. It was a cool Spring day and the weather was lovely. I’m a d...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

MakinâE Bacon at the Fl. State Fair, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
I loved this scene of people buying an American delicacy- BACON! This food vendor had a very eye catching set up at the Fl. State Fair, Tampa, Fl., 2022. The structure was a work of ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Heritage Hotel, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A young woman stands outside the Heritage Hotel in Germany. Perhaps she is mesmerized by the holiday décor as she stands outside in the rain. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece c...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Fantasy Flowers, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Gorgeous blooms in pink, magenta,, orange, yellow, and blue are perfect in any room and for all who love flowers and nature. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an offi...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Flower Jumble, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A wild jumble of beautiful flowers just as they would grow in a natural garden. Roses, sunflowers, lilies, and a luxurious variety of greens all harmonize. :: Painting :: Realism ::...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Swan and Cygnets, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A mother swan takes her babies for a ride on her floating stroller. Those who don't fit in the stroller dutifully follow their mom. I played the somber gray tones again the bright ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Wildlife drawing of bird in black and white by enlightened british painter
Located in Milan, IT
Peter Paillou (c.1720 – c.1790) was a British artist best known for his paintings of birds, many of which were used as book illustrations. He gained repute in the 18th century as a natural history painter and illustrator. He was employed by two leading naturalists and antiquarians of the time, Taylor White (1701-1772) and Thomas Pennant (1726-1798). He illustrated the latter's British Zoology and decorated the hall at Downing, Pennant's house in Flintshire, with several pictures of birds...
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18th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Sparkling Creek, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
sun sparkling on a fast flowing mountain creek :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: No :: Si...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

San Antonio Mission San Jose, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Mission San Jose is part of the mission trail in San Antonio, Texas. The yucca blossoms on the grounds are some of the first signs of spring. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece com...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Ancient Mesquite Tree, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This giant mesquite tree is on the grounds of Mission San Jose in San Antonio, Texas. This painting shows just a portion of the tree which is the biggest mesquite I've ever seen. I'...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Confluence of Lamar River and Soda Butte Creek, Painting, Watercolor on Watercol
Located in Yardley, PA
Two colors of water come together yet remain distinct after a spring rain in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone National Park :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Crape Myrtle Roots Along the San Antonio River, Painting, Watercolor on Watercol
Located in Yardley, PA
The twisting shapes of the crape myrtle roots and the bright colors of the fallen leaves create an abstract pattern :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certif...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Shadows Over White Sands, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Storm clouds shade some dunes at White Sands New Mexico while sun shines bright on another dune. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authentici...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Innocence, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This is one of my studio painting. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Yes :: Signed: Yes ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Village_01, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This a very early morning village near by a river :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: Yes :...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Worker_01, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
I love to paint portrait from live model and also from picture. I took this man picture from Toronto during his break time, his name is Ben. I was trying to capture his passionate pe...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Performance I, realistic charcoal ink monotone drawing, woman in striped dress
Located in Dallas, TX
"Performance I II" are thoughtful and dynamic charcoal drawings on paper by Patsy McArthur. They are monotone, black and white, and show a woman wearing a fashionable striped s...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Archival Paper, Charcoal, Ink

Jeune Montagnarde des Environs de Truskaniva by Franciszek Tepa - Realist
Located in London, GB
SOLD UNFRAMED Jeune Montagnarde des Environs de Truskaniva by Franciszek Tepa (1829-1889) Watercolour 26 x 20.5 cm (10 ¼ x 8 ⅛ inches) Signed and dated lower left, Franciszek Tepa ...
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1870s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Black and white pencil drawing of rare brazilian birds by master italian painter
Located in Milan, IT
Giorgia Oldano is a young Italian artist specialized in wildlife and avian drawings. She is regularly invited to exhibit at Bird in Art, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum (Winsconsin)...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Paper, Graphite

Wildlife painting of black bird sitting by enlightened british painter
Located in Milan, IT
Peter Paillou (c.1720 – c.1790) was a British artist best known for his paintings of birds, many of which were used as book illustrations. He gained repute in the 18th century as a natural history painter and illustrator. He was employed by two leading naturalists and antiquarians of the time, Taylor White (1701-1772) and Thomas Pennant (1726-1798). He illustrated the latter's British Zoology and decorated the hall at Downing, Pennant's house in Flintshire, with several pictures of birds...
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18th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Tempera, Watercolor

Wildlife painting of black and white tufted duck by enlightened british painter
Located in Milan, IT
Peter Paillou (c.1720 – c.1790) was a British artist best known for his paintings of birds, many of which were used as book illustrations. He gained repute in the 18th century as a natural history painter and illustrator. He was employed by two leading naturalists and antiquarians of the time, Taylor White (1701-1772) and Thomas Pennant (1726-1798). He illustrated the latter's British Zoology and decorated the hall at Downing, Pennant's house in Flintshire, with several pictures of birds...
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18th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Tempera, Watercolor

Wildlife animal drawing of grey and white bird by enlightened painter
Located in Milan, IT
Peter Paillou (c.1720 – c.1790) was a British artist best known for his paintings of birds, many of which were used as book illustrations. He gained repute in the 18th century as a natural history painter and illustrator. He was employed by two leading naturalists and antiquarians of the time, Taylor White (1701-1772) and Thomas Pennant (1726-1798). He illustrated the latter's British Zoology and decorated the hall at Downing, Pennant's house in Flintshire, with several pictures of birds...
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18th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Tempera, Watercolor

Sunday Morning 7th Ave. Ybor City, Tampa, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This is a view of the iconic 7th Ave. in Ybor City, Tampa, Fl., on a quiet Sunday morning. It comes to life at night and you can step into a bar, cafe, music event, or a restaurant e...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Midway at the Florida State Fair, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This was painted from a candid photo looking down the midway at the Fl. State Fair. This is a fun fair for everyone. It is greatly improved and upgraded. The painting is my most rece...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Pondering Life, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A mystery woman looking out over a calm bay on a crisp autumn day pondering life in a positive way. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authen...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Heavy Rains, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Some large puddles have developed out in the countryside after some heavy rains from a summer thunderstorm. Strong contrasts were created with the sky and clouds reflecting off the w...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Snow Fence, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This artwork is featuring a farmhouse off in the distance on a country road and partially hidden by trees. It’s the end of winter and there is not much left of the ravaged orange s...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Blustery Evening, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This watercolor is capturing a blustery winter early evening in the outskirts of town with a home almost blending into the elements. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes wit...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Silence of Winter, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A half frozen river in the depths of winter highlighted strongly in the foreground with dark trees off in the distance. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official c...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

STUDY OF A BEGGAR
Located in Portland, ME
Blampied, Edmund. STUDY OF A BEGGAR. Drawing, charcoal on paper, circa 1930s. Signed within the image. 11 1/8 x 8 3/4 inches, 282 x 218 mm. The gray paper has faded to tan, else in v...
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Mid-20th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Charcoal

Canards Sauvages
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swiss-born Karl Bodmer (1809–1893) was one of the first and most accomplished European artists to document the landscape of the North American interior and its Indigenous peoples. He...
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19th Century Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Ink

Worker_01, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
I love to paint portrait from live model and also from picture. I took this man picture from Toronto during his break time, his name is Ben. I was trying to capture his passionate pe...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Nara temple wooden beam, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Japan is one of my favorites themes to draw. I always find so many details in every aspect of Japanese life. It´s a delight for drawing artists. Here the detail of the old wood of ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Frozen in Time, Painting, Watercolor on Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A winter scene featuring a weathered old barn with a snow covered roof. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist ...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Broken Fist
Located in New York, NY
Broken Fist, 2016 Charcoal on paper 30 x 40 cm Signed and dated Kanarelis presents a journey towards the truth, a truth bound to a genuine subjective point of view of the familiar a...
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2010s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Charcoal, Archival Paper

The Prophet s Pulpit
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original Colored Pencil and Pastel drawing signed by the Artist in the lower left corner.
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pastel, Color Pencil

After the Storm, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
A close up of a country tree near by a lake with blown down branches after a heavy late March wind storm. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Malvern Hills in Autumn, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
The Malvern Hills.This original watercolour was painted from the British Camp ( herefordshire Beacon) looking towards Colwall and the Worcestershire Beac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Malvern Buzzard.Original watercolour, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Malvern Buzzard. A common buzzard on the slopes of the Worcestershire Beacon.This original is painted on 300 lb handmade waterolourpaper.Presented in a double white bevel cut mount 5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

African Children Suffer Famine and Despair in Hot Colors - Africa is Bleeding
Located in Miami, FL
An intense and powerful study of five undernourished and perhaps starving African children partly superimposed and partly integrated into the silhouette of the African continent...
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1970s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor, Graphite

Behind The Door, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
Close up of a mysterious front door, with broken windows on an abandoned old house surrounded by bushes and overgrowth. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Westward, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting focuses in on a close up of an eroding past lived in house in a remote, isolated area of the country side. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official...
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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Watercolor

Contemporary seascape pastel boats water buildings scene harbor landscape signed
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Algoma Harbor" is an original pastel drawing by Michael DeFrancesco. It depicts a large boat docked at a small harbor. The artist signed the piece lower left. 17" x 25 1/2" art 27 5/8" x 36" frame "As I progress in my painting, I hope to say more with less ... to leave the obvious vague ... and to paint only that which is essential ... this is my goal as an artist." Biography Michael Defrancesco received his Fine Arts degree from the American Academy of Art in Chicago. While at the Academy, he was fortunate to have studied under some wonderful instructors such as Bill Parks, Vern Stake, Eugene Hall, Fred Berger, and the renowned watercolorist Irving Shapiro...
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1990s Realist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

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Pastel

Realist drawings and watercolor paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Realist drawings and watercolor paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add drawings and watercolor paintings created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, orange, purple, green and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Victor Roschkov, Carl August Walther, Gustave Poetzsch, and Frank Girard. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Watercolor and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Realist drawings and watercolor paintings, so small editions measuring 0.1 inches across are also available. Prices for drawings and watercolor paintings made by famous or emerging artists can differ depending on medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $61 and tops out at $985,000, while the average work sells for $899.