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Portrait Paintings For Sale
Colorful Figurative Painting of a Woman in Pink Dress
Located in East Quogue, NY
Contemporary Moroccan figurative painting by Khalid Nadif. Mixed media and paint on canvas, offered framed. Signed on back by the artist. Portrait, female figure, figurative art,...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Portrait of a Young Girl in a White Dress - British Edwardian art oil painting
By Robert Edward Morrison
Located in Hagley, England
This lovely British Edwardian portrait oil painting is by noted Liverpool artist Robert Edward Morrison. Born on the Isle of Man, Morrison moved to Liv...
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Early 1900s Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings

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Oil

French Impressionist Signed Oil, Portrait of Young Lady in Turquoise Dress 1930s
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, circa 1930's, signed very lower right corner and inscribed verso Title: 'Jeune Fille' Medium: oil on canvas laid over board, framed in a period gilt ...
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Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait 25-5, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A stylized portrait of a woman emerges from a stark black background. Colorful dots construct her face and upper body, forming subtle contours and shadows tha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic

The Feathered Hat
Located in San Francisco, CA
There something so poignant about this 40-something woman, painted sometime after World War I by F. Harding. She’s in her plain but “Sunday best” clothes. Yet she unwrapped for this ...
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1930s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

1920 s Scottish Portrait of Gentleman David Ingles
By David Nicholson Ingles
Located in Soquel, CA
Evocative portrait of Scottish gentleman by David Nicholas Ingles Ingres ARHA (Associate member) (Scottish, 1888-1933), circa 1920. Signed lower rig...
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1920s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Linen

Sylvain Doumont - 1965 Oil, L homme au Chapeau
Located in Corsham, GB
This portrait depicts a solemn figure in dark attire against a textured, earthy background, creating a sense of depth and character. The subject's profile view and stoic posture domi...
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Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

K. Mellor after Nathaniel Schmitt - 19th Century Oil, The Gypsy Girl
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking portrait after Nathaniel Schmitt (1847-1918) depicting a gypsy wearing traditional clothing, with red beads, a yellow cap and a shawl. The composition focuses on the girl'...
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19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Qingsheng Meng Portrait Original Oil On Canvas "Fairyland IV"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Fairyland V Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 27.5 x 19.5 inches Frame: Framing options available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Note: This pai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Madonna Maria Piola Paint Oil on canvas 17/18th Century Old master Religious
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Anton Maria Piola (Genoa, 1654 - 1715) circle Madonna and Child Genoese school of the second half of the 17th century Oil on canvas 93 x 74 cm.- In antique frame 110 x 92 cm. (Work with expertise by Dr. Arabella Cifani) In the pleasing work proposed, depicting a classical Nativity scene, the Madonna is immortalised in adoration as she gently holds the sheet on which the Child is lying, with a gesture of protection and pride that facilitates an atmosphere of intimate recollection, in addition to the presence of three cherubs at the top. The stylistic analysis of the canvas can easily be traced back to a painter of the Genoese school and active during the 17th century, specifically with the devotional works from the workshop of Domenico Piola (Genoa, 1627-1703), an absolute protagonist of Genoese Baroque culture. Piola was the owner of the most important city painting workshop of the time, known as 'Casa Piola', where his sons Paolo Gerolamo and Anton Maria also collaborated. His production, which specialised in a type of highly decorative, profane and allegorical paintings, destined for the decoration of Genoese patrician palaces, also included a refined series of works of a religious nature. In particular, the style of our beautiful breast painting...
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Masculine Elegance (Beauty Within Us)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The Beauty Within Us" is a compelling narrative series of paintings that celebrates the unique and diverse beauty of Black hair, serving as a powerful symbol of identity, heritage, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Elegant Young Lady at a Parisian Café
Located in West Sussex, GB
Konstantin Razumov (Born 1974) Russian Elegant Young Lady seated on the Terrace at a Parisian Café, wearing a Lilac and blacvk dress Oil on canvas: 16 x 13inches. Frame: 23 x 20 i...
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2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Au Jour Le Jour" From Day to Day, B&W Portrait Street Art Pop Painting Canvas
Located in New York, NY
This particular piece depicts an anonymous portrait of a beautiful woman in Black and White, titled "Au Jour Le Jour" translating to "From Day to Day". Inspired by the every day, JM Robert...
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2010s Street Art Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic

Colorful Portrait of Bearded Man - Oil on Cardboard 1940´s
Located in Stockholm, SE
The Portrait of a Bearded Man is an early work by Swedish artist Rune Kurt Haries Lagerbrink, who occasionally signed his works as "R. Lager." Painted in oil on cardboard. The old fr...
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1940s Other Art Style Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Cardboard

Late 19th Century Oil - Lady of The House
Located in Corsham, GB
A beautifully staged portrait depicting a woman poised with her arm resting on the back of a chair. She wears a black dress with a deep lace collar and a brooch. The larger petticoat...
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Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Oval 18th century Portrait of a Young girl, oil on copper
By (Follower of) Sir Godfrey Kneller
Located in Woodbury, CT
This exquisite 18th-century portrait depicts a young girl, delicately rendered in the style of Sir Godfrey Kneller, one of the most celebrated portrait painters of the Baroque period...
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1750s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Copper

Follower of Paul Edouard Richard Sohn (1834-1912) - Framed Oil, Betende
Located in Corsham, GB
This intimate genre scene depicts a young lady in a flowing red dress standing in a dimly lit interior, her hands clasped in prayer. The composition employs warm, earthy tones and dr...
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Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

abstract with portrait oil and collage on canvas painting
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Horacio Sapere (1951) - Abstract - Oil and collage on canvas Signed lower right Canvas measures 61x46 cm. Frameless. Title: Abstract with Portrait - Oil and Collage on Canvas by Horacio Sapere (1985) Short Description: A unique abstract piece by Horacio Sapere, influenced by artists like Antoni Tàpies and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Mixed media combining oil and collage, perfect for contemporary art collectors. Detailed Description: Discover the fascinating intersection of abstraction and figuration with "Abstract with Portrait" by Horacio Sapere. Created in 1985, this piece blends oil and collage on a 24 x 18-inch canvas, showcasing the artist's mastery in layering textures and integrating forms. Horacio Sapere, known for his multidisciplinary approach that spans painting, visual poetry, and performance, aligns himself with the tradition of great contemporary art figures. His work echoes the material intensity of Antoni Tàpies, the gestural energy of Jean-Michel Basquiat, and the narrative capacity of Robert Rauschenberg, establishing a dialogue between chaos and order, abstraction and figuration. Inspired by the artistic movements of the late 20th century, Sapere crafts a visual language that resonates with Informalism and Abstract Expressionism, making it a standout choice for contemporary art enthusiasts. This piece is ideal for those looking to enrich their collection with a work that is not only visually striking but also conceptually grounded. It includes a certificate of authenticity to guarantee its provenance and originality. Related Artists: - Antoni Tàpies: For his use of unconventional materials and focus on texture - Jean-Michel Basquiat: For the energy and expressiveness of abstract strokes - Robert Rauschenberg: For the combination of mixed media and collage in compositions - Cy Twombly: For balancing visual chaos with the subtlety of abstract forms Key Points for Collectors: - A unique piece by an internationally recognized artist - Contemporary style that fits modern spaces - Mixed media highlighting the interplay of textures and color - Guaranteed provenance with a certificate of authenticity Dimensions: 24 x 18 inches (unframed) Technique: Oil and collage on canvas A Treasure for Contemporary Art Collectors This work represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an original piece by an artist who, like Tàpies or Basquiat, challenges traditional art norms to offer a unique visual and emotional experience. --- Let me know if you need any further adjustments. Horacio Sapere (Buenos Aires, 1951). He has lived and worked in Mallorca since 1975 and since 2011 he has had a studio in New York. An intense and committed artist, he develops his creative process through theater and performance (1970-1980), visual poetry (1976-1982), painting and sculpture. Creator of major projects such as Poet's room (1995), presented for the first time at the BMB gallery in Amsterdam (1996), at the UIB -Universitat de les Illes Balears- (1997) and at the Sala de Cultura Sa Nostra in Ibiza (1998). ); and as a sculptural poetic installation at the MEIAC, the Spanish and Ibero-American Museum of Contemporary Art in Badajoz (2000), the Fernando Pessoa...
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1980s Abstract Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Large Colourful Expressionist Figurative Oil Painting "Untitled"
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Unique, large oil painting on Belgian linen canvas, stretched on a timber support frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request.
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Linen, Oil

Courageous Spirit
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Tunde Bakare, a visionary artist with an uncanny ability to infuse profound emotions into his works, has risen to prominence for his powerful portrayal of marginalized voices and the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Versace V (Medusa) /// Jack Graves Greek Mythology Italian Luxury Fashion Paint
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Jack Graves III (American, 1988-) Title: "Versace V (Medusa)" Series: Icon *Signed by Graves lower right. It is also signed, titled, and dated on verso Year: 2025 Medium: Ori...
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2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Paint, Acrylic

20th century English dog portrait of a Pekinese dog called Bumble
Located in Woodbury, CT
Francis Mabel Hollams (British, 1877–1963) Bumble, 1957 Oil on wood panel With characteristic precision and affection, Francis Mabel Hollams captures the spirit of a beloved compani...
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1950s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Snake Charmer
Located in Austin, TX
By Bartolome Sastre 46" x 35" Oil on Canvas Part of Sastre's series of candid scenes from his travels to India.
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21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Lady With the Pearl Earring -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Nude, Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The girl's gentle gaze, calm demeanour, and virginal dress convey a sense of innocence and purity. The large pearl earring may symbolise wisdom, intuition, and inner knowledge. The p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Important Victorian portrait of Alexander Smith
Located in New York, NY
Important Victorian painting depicting Alexander Smith. It has a fantastic frame and is in excellent condition. Written Alex Smith (...) on the letter.
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Semi-nude
Located in Zofingen, AG
Periodically I create nude paintings, but a half-naked body is more interesting). The artwork is done in mixed media. Dutch acrylic paints Amsterdam and It...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

Mid 20th Century French Portrait in Kitsch Style, Parisian Belle, Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait in Kitsch Style, Parisian Belle, Signed Oil Painting By French artist, Mid 20th Century Signed by the artist on the lower right hand corner Oil painting on board, framed Fra...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Fine 17th Century Flemish Baroque Oil Painting Roman Charity Large Wood Panel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Roman Charity Flemish Baroque period, first half 17th century circle of Peter Paul Rubens oil on wood panel, framed framed: 24.5 x 30 inches panel: 20 x 26 inches Provenance: Private...
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17th Century Baroque Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Picnic" (2023) by Louis Recchia, Acrylic Collage, Pop Art
Located in Denver, CO
Louis Recchia's "Picnic" is an original, hand made mixed media painting that depicts a woman with a cat face and a green alien enjoying a picnic with a hovering spaceship in the back...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Mixed Media

Mid 20th Century Polish/ French Oil Painting Portrait of Seated Lady
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Seated Lady signed by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *See notes oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 32 x 24 inches provenance: the artists estate, south of France condit...
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Immaculate Conception oil on canvas painting
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Title: Immaculate Conception Author: Anonymous Period: 20th Century Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 25.6 x 21.3 in Signature: "Karmel" (lower right) Condition: Good Descr...
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1980s Academic Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

France early 18th Century, Portrait of a cleric, oil on canvas
Located in Paris, FR
French school early 18th Century Portrait of a cleric, oil on canvas 68 x 54 cm, oval Not signed which is normal for this type of artwork I recently had this painting cleaned and r...
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1710s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

"Shared Dreams", Surreal, Portrait, Woman, Flowers, Yellow, Purple, Oil Painting
Located in Franklin, MA
Anita Zotkina’s “Shared Dreams” is a 20 x 16 x 0.7 inch surreal oil painting on gallery-wrapped canvas. The work depicts a woman with luminous golden hair and upward-looking eyes, su...
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2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Bad Hombre XXXX" (2024) By Mark Andrew Bailey, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Andrew Bailey's "Bad Hombre XXXX" (2024) is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an impressionistic portrait of a male figure wearing a cowboy hat. About the Artist...
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2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Dénudée (Unclad) - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Realism, Nude, Drawing
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Dénudée, the French word for unclad is evidently a contemplative piece-- one of passion, intimacy, and elegance, describes the feminine appearance and nature in one single case, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Charcoal

Portrait of an aristocrat with a precious box, ca 1770, Louis XV enlightenment
Located in Norwich, GB
What is so wonderful and unusual about this 18th Century portrait is the relatability of the sitter. There is an openness to the world in his gaze, curiosity, a sense of humour, pass...
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Late 18th Century French School Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Gold II - Original Sally K Figurative Artwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gazing at Lebanese American artist Sally K's floral portrait is consuming and empowering. Inspired by strong, feminine women, she creates pop-realistic paintings that speak to the energetic female experience; one of individuality and inherent strength in femininity. There are endless floral arrangements capping the mysterious visages of beautiful women, capturing attention through a celebration of floral abstraction and wild, fanciful coloration. Lavish in application and luxurious in composition, Sally K.'s work is inspired by pop art, culture, and fashion. This original 10-inch high by 8-inch wide acrylic on canvas board painting is signed on the front and back. It is unframed and requires framing for display. Convenient local Los Angeles area shipping. Affordable U.S. and global shipping also available. Provenance: Artspace Warehouse. A certificate of authenticity issued by the art gallery is included. Sally K was born in Ohio following her family’s emigration from Lebanon. Shortly after her birth, her family moved to Saudi Arabia, where she stayed until she was 14. Sally attended high school and college in Beirut, where she graduated with a BA in Fine Arts with distinction from the Lebanese American University of Beirut. In 2013, Sally and her family moved back to the United States and she now paints out of her studio in California. The focus of Sally’s portraits is contemporary women. Her style merges characteristics of abstract expressionism with realism and portrait painting to convey not just the beauty of women, but their confidence and strength as well. They are alluring, flirtatious, and demure with an inspiring femininity that Sally describes as the “sensuality, independence, and confidence you see in strong women.” Sally’s portraits of women are intensely personal. “The women I paint are an extension of me, of what I feel, how I process my surroundings, my thoughts, my anger, my pleasure. They’re the confident strong women that I strive to be. Sometimes tough and daring, sometimes shy and reserved, but always self-assured and determined; they represent what captivates me in other women; the qualities I admire, and strengths that I strive to gain.” Sally draws inspiration from photography, pop culture and fashion as well as artists ranging from the pop art of Willem de Kooning and Jackson Pollock to the gilded florals and figures of Gustav Klimt. Her highly regarded paintings have been featured in group and solo shows in Beirut, Dubai, Italy, and the USA. Notable collectors include Jesse McCartney and Kelly Clarkson. REPRESENTATION Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, USA EXHIBITIONS 2024 Affordable Art Fair, New York, NY 2024 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2024 Affordable Art Fair, Austin, TX 2023 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2022 “Identity with a Chance of Imperfection”, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2022 “Saturate Euphoria”, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2021 Affordable Art Fair New York, NY 2021 “Splatters of Life”, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2020 LA Art Show, CA 2020 Art Palm Springs, CA 2019 Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong 2019 Affordable Art Fair New York 2019 Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2018 "Colored Whipped Cream," Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA 2018 Threshold Art Gallery, Los Angeles, CA 2018 484 North Gallery, Laguna Beach 2013 Beirut Art Beat 2009 Lebanese Artists Association 2009 Gallery Surface Libre 2008 Lebanese Painters...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Board

Saddled bay hunter horse Oil on canvas British 1863
Located in London, GB
Benjamin Herring Snr (British, 1830-1871) Saddled bay hunter 1863 Oil on canvas With old Christie's stencil verso Property of a gentleman From the collection of Peter Roe Dimension...
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18th Century English School Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Large Impressionist Oil Painting - Self Portrait Of Douglas Allen
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School/ Date: Douglas Stuart Allen (American/ French 1923-2021) American born artist from Chicago, retiring to France during his latter years to become a full time painter. ...
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Mid-19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Sleeping Girls - contemporary, figurative, portrait, acrylic, oil on board
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This realistic painting, a portrait of children, is by internationally recognized artist Daniel Hughes. Daniel Hughes is known best perhaps for his true-to-life figurative paintings. Early in his life, Hughes was strongly influenced by the work of his artist mother and her friends, many of whom were renowned British artists. He grew up drawing…never in color books but on six-foot lengths of computer paper. Hughes was especially drawn to the figurative paintings of British artists of the 1950s. His aesthetic focuses on a realistic interpretation, composition, light, harmony, and emotion. Hughes' work, like this acrylic and charcoal painting of two little girls sleeping...
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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Bavarian Gentleman Holding a Candle Fine German Oil Painting Portrait of Man
By Fritz Muller
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fritz Muller (1913 - 1972) oil painting on board, framed signed framed: 17 x 14.5 inches board: 14 x 12 inches provenance: private collection, England condition: very good and sound ...
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20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Eva By Bruno Paoli - Figurative Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
Certificate of authenticity and artist catalogue are included. Bruno Paoli (1915-2005) Teaching the masters helped create this contemporary master. Bruno was a professor of art in F...
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1990s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Social Etiquette V - Surrealist Portrait Figurative Woman in Mask Original Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The figurative surrealistic paintings of Carlos Gamez de Francisco are heavily influenced by his Cuban upbringing in a Russian governed academia setting. This presence exposed Franci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Portrait of an elegant woman with a book
Located in New York, NY
Signed low left. Painted by Carl Theodor Blaas in 1914, member of the famous Von Blaas family of painters. Original condition.
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Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Portrait of a woman, oil on panel
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean BOUCHAUD (1891-1977) Portrait of a woman Oil on panel Signed “J Bouchaud” lower right Dimensions of the work without frame: 23.5 x 18.5 cm A native of the Loire-Atlantique reg...
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Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

20th Century Oil - Lady With A Golden Brooch
Located in Corsham, GB
This intimate portrait depicts an elderly woman with graying hair wearing a dark grey dress with white lace collar detailing, painted against a soft, luminous background that suggest...
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20th Century Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Marius Woulfart (1905-1991) - Framed Oil, Portrait of a Mother Child
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful depiction of a mother and child, seated for a heartwarming portrait in a sunny formal garden. The artist has captured both figures in an impressionistic manner with impa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Adam Shaw - "Astronaut Dream" - Contemporary Space Exploration Oil Painting 2022
Located in Denver, CO
Adam Shaw's "Astronaut Dream" is an original, handmade oil painting on board created in 2022. This captivating contemporary artwork measures 20 x 16 inches (50.80 x 40.64 cm) and is ...
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2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Mid Century French Painting of a Elder Lady Grey Haired Lady In a Blue V Neck
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Suzanne Dinkés (French, 1895 - 1984) Medium: oil on board, unframed Size : 18.75 x 12.5 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condition: The painting is in ov...
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Child Jesus Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Baby Italian Religious
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Lombard painter active in the 17th century Infant Jesus Oil painting on canvas 70 x 82 cm. - In antique frame 78 x 91 cm. This painting depicts an unusual and pleasant iconographic...
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

While I Hope
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Painting Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Signed on the front side and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

While I Hope
While I Hope
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Seeking Perfection 2 -21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Portrait, Modern
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Mic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Mixed Media

This Is My Teddy Bear! Portrait of a girl, acrylic, vertical.
Located in Oslo, NO
A little girl I know was playing along, grabbed the bear and said, “This is my teddy bear!” At the same time, there was so much cunning and mischief in her eyes that her words really...
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2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic

Her Self Made 2 - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Impressionist, Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. About Artist Omo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Portrait of Young Girl with Blue Shirt" Post-Impressionist French Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts a whimsical portrait of a young girl with short brown hair against a light green background and she wears a blue dress. An emotion is felt with in her face. The...
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20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel, Laid Paper

The Family
Located in London, GB
'The Family', gouache on fine art paper (1984), by Raymond Dèbieve. In a clear nod to Picasso's influence both stylistically and in terms of subject matter ...
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1980s Modern Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Gouache

The Family
The Family
$1,348 Sale Price
30% Off
Tapestry of Beauty (Arike) 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Portrait
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by the Gal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

"Diane alongée" by Ilse Voigt - Oil on canvas 61x78 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Signed by the artist. Ilse Voigt was a German-Swiss painter, draughtswoman and graphic artist born in 1905 in Eberswalde and passed away in 1997 in Lausanne. Fascinated by dance t...
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1940s Academic Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Large French Abstract Picasso Style Red Colour Original Oil Painting Signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Large French Abstract, Picasso Style, Red Colour, Original Oil Painting, Signed By French artist Beatrice Werlie, early 21st Century Signed by the artist on the lower right hand corner Oil painting on canvas, unframed Canvas size: 26 x 20 inches Sensational abstract oil painting by the French female artist, Beatrice Werlie (born 1974). A wonderful nod to the Picasso style of abstract art, using the artists supreme technique of mixing unusual colours together. The striking mix of red, yellow and blue brings a rich sense of warmth to the piece. The concept of 'abstract' was defined by Picasso, but many artists have looked to the Spanish iconic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Diaphanous
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Diaphanous" is a captivating artwork that captures the beauty of a moment in time. Created by the talented artist, Akinboye Akinola Peter, this...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

Portrait Paintings for Sale on 1stDibs

An elegant and sophisticated decorative touch in any living space, portrait paintings have remained popular throughout the years and are widely loved pieces of art for display in many homes today.

Portrait paintings are at least as old as ancient Egypt, where realistic, lifelike depictions of the recently deceased — commonly known as “mummy portraits” — were painted on wooden panels and affixed to mummies as part of the burial tradition.

For centuries, painters have used portraiture as a means of expressing a subject’s nobility, societal status and authority. Portraits were given as gifts in Renaissance Europe, and a portrait artist might have been commissioned to help mark a significant occasion such as a wedding or a promotion to high office. Prior to the advent of photography, which eventually replaced painted portraits as a quicker and more efficient way of capturing a person’s essence, the subject of a portrait had to sit for hours until the painter had finished. And during the 18th century in particular, if an artist commissioned for a portrait struggled with how to adequately memorialize and capture a subject’s likeness, sometimes a portrait painting wasn’t completed for up to a year.

Whether it’s part of the gallery-style approach to your living-room or dining-room walls or merely inspiration as you devise an eye-grabbing color scheme in your home, a portrait painting is a timeless decorative object for any interior. A landscape painting or sculpture might give you the kind of insight into a specific region of the world or a different culture that you can ascertain only through art. Similarly, when you take the time to learn about the subject of a portrait painting that you bring into your home — the sitter’s history, the relationship between the sitter and the artist should one exist, the story of how the portrait came to be — that work can become intensely personal in addition to its place as an object for an art-hungry corner of your apartment or house.

On 1stDibs, visit a vast collection of famous portrait paintings or works by emerging artists. Search by medium to find the right portrait paintings for your home in oil paint, synthetic resin paint and more. Find portrait paintings in a variety of styles, too, including contemporary, Impressionist and Pop art, or search by artist to find unique works created by painters such as Mark Beard, Steve Kaufman and Montse Valdés.

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