Photorealist Art
PHOTOREALISM
A direct challenge to Abstract Expressionism’s subjectivity and gestural vigor, Photorealism was informed by the Pop predilection for representational imagery, popular iconography and tools, like projectors and airbrushes, borrowed from the worlds of commercial art and design.
Whether gritty or gleaming, the subject matter favored by Photorealists is instantly, if vaguely, familiar. It’s the stuff of yellowing snapshots and fugitive memories. The bland and the garish alike flicker between crystal-clear reality and dreamy illusion, inviting the viewer to contemplate a single moment rather than igniting a story.
The virtues of the “photo” in Photorealist art — infused as they are with dazzling qualities that are easily blurred in reproduction — are as elusive as they are allusive. “Much Photorealist painting has the vacuity of proportion and intent of an idiot-savant, long on look and short on personal timbre,” John Arthur wrote (rather admiringly) in the catalogue essay for Realism/Photorealism, a 1980 exhibition at the Philbrook Museum of Art, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. At its best, Photorealism is a perpetually paused tug-of-war between the sacred and the profane, the general and the specific, the record and the object.
“Robert Bechtle invented Photorealism, in 1963,” says veteran art dealer Louis Meisel. “He took a picture of himself in the mirror with the car outside and then painted it. That was the first one.”
The meaning of the term, which began for Meisel as “a superficial way of defining and promoting a group of painters,” evolved with time, and the core group of Photorealists slowly expanded to include younger artists who traded Rolleiflexes for 60-megapixel cameras, using advanced digital technology to create paintings that transcend the detail of conventional photographs.
On 1stDibs, the collection of Photorealist art includes work by Richard Estes, Ralph Goings, Chuck Close, Audrey Flack, Charles Bell and others.
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"Dentist II" (from "PWF" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Dentist II" — artwork from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
This series is a tribute to people who devote themselves wholeheartedly to their work — those who create, heal, tea...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
triptych “Dentist” (from "PWF" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Dentist IІІ" — artwork from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
The triptych “Dentist” includes three drawings: “Dentist I,” “Dentist II,” and “Dentist III.”
The triptych “Dentis...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
triptych “Doctor” (from "PWF" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
The triptych “Doctor” includes three drawings: “Doctor I,” “Doctor II,” and “Doctor III.”
The triptych “Doctor” is from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
The size of each artwo...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Dentist I" (from "PWF" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Dentist I" — artwork from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
This series is a tribute to people who devote themselves wholeheartedly to their work — those who create, heal, teac...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Night Rose (floral blue flower oil painting square lavender petals)
By Chloe Hedden
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Night Rose is a captivating oil painting by Chloe Hedden that explores the mystery and sensuality of a flower cloaked in twilight. Rendered in rich indigos, violets, and electric blu...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tom Sneva, Photorealist Racing Screenprint by Ron Kleemann
By Ron Kleemann
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Ron Kleemann, American (1937 - )
Title: Tom Sneva
Year: 1979
Medium: Serigraph, signed and numbered in pencil
Edition: 195
Image Size: 17.25 x 24 inches
Paper Size: 23.5 x...
Category
1970s Photorealist Art
Materials
Screen
Neil McAuliffe, "Country Road". 22x30 Autumn Leaf Fall Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting "Country Road" is a 22x30 oil painting on canvas by the Cape Cod artist Neil McAuliffe. Featured is a country road winding up a fall mount...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Neil McAuliffe, "Fall Reflection". 20x20 Autumn Leaf Fall Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting "Fall Reflection" is a 20x20 oil painting on canvas by the Cape Cod artist Neil McAuliffe. Featured is a lake surrounded by bright autumn ...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Chanel, Bond Street, London - Photorealist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is in excellent condition and has only been shown in a gallery setting. Size listed does not include the frame. Frame adds around 3 inches to each side to the posted ...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shore Patrol - Photorealistic Painting of a Dragonfly Hovering Over a Shoreline
By Rick Pas
Located in Chicago, IL
"Shore Patrol" captures a moment of striking contrast and delicate motion: a vibrant dragonfly sweeping low over the shoreline, its translucent wings threaded with intricate veining ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
Materials
Acrylic, Panel
diptych “Gentle Touch” ("In hands" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
This diptych includes two drawings: “Tiny Life in Hands” and “Hands of Childhood.”
Artwork ''HANDS OF CHILDHOOD'' captures a warm, soul-soothing moment of childhood — when you simpl...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Sunshine Yellow
By Jose Borrell
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is in excellent condition and has only been shown in a gallery setting.
While having attended renowned art schools in Spain, including the Fine Arts School of Alcoy ...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,500 Sale Price
64% Off
Tiny Life in Hands ("In hands" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
This drawing captures a tender and heartwarming moment — a child’s small hand gently holding a tiny duckling. There’s something profoundly symbolic in this fragile connection: a litt...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Hands of Childhood ("In hands" series)
Located in Zofingen, AG
Artwork ''Hands of Childhood'' captures a warm, soul-soothing moment of childhood — when you simply can’t pass by a sunlit field without picking a dandelion that has already turned i...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Jaws Paperback"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A still life of the iconic Jaws paperback on a beach weathered wooden table just waiting to be read! The book and film are etched in 20th century pop culture and in 1975 when the fil...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Oil
$1,040 Sale Price
20% Off
"Boston Cream Donuts"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An original still life oil painting in the style of contemporary realism measuring 16in x 20in is painted on a 1.5in deep cradled hardwood panel. The piece has clean pine wood edges...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Oil
V and M Delicatessen
By Charles Ford
Located in Surfside, FL
Charles Ford's work is in the permanent collection of the Museum of the City of New York. Another wonderful painting by Charles Ford that shows the great lighting and shadows of New ...
Category
20th Century Photorealist Art
Materials
Oil
"Lady in Waiting I" Figurative Oil Painting 47" x 35" in by Yousra Hafad
By Yousra Hafad
Located in Culver City, CA
"Lady in Waiting I" Figurative Oil Painting 47" x 35" in by Yousra Hafad
Yousra Hafad is a young artist who excels in portraiture and particularly the me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sisterhood II" Figurative Oil Painting 43 "x 39" inch by Yousra Hafad
By Yousra Hafad
Located in Culver City, CA
"Sisterhood II" Figurative Oil Painting 43 "x 39" inch by Yousra Hafad
Yousra Hafad is a young artist who excels in portraiture and particularly the meti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Two Down
Located in Fairfield, CT
Her oil on canvas images are photorealistic and gorgeous.
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
One Down
Located in Fairfield, CT
Her oil on canvas images are photorealistic and gorgeous.
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Oil, Canvas
First Bite
Located in Fairfield, CT
Her oil on canvas images are photorealistic and gorgeous.
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Taking It Slow
Located in Fairfield, CT
Her oil on canvas images are photorealistic and gorgeous.
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pancakes and Raspberries-original realism still life painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
Materials
Linen, Acrylic
Grapes and Jug - original realism still life painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Pancakes and Blackberries-original realism still life painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Lemon Jelly Marmalade - original still life realism painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Lemonade II - original still life realism painting - contemporary Artwork
Located in London, Chelsea
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Lemonade II by Heidi Von Faber invites the viewer to experience the refreshing simplicity of a glass pitcher filled with freshly made lemonade. With the smooth, translucent liquid catching the light, the artist captures the moment when the drink appears almost as if it were glowing. Painted with acrylics on linen, the work embodies the essence of realism, offering a detailed portrayal of everyday life that is both inviting and contemplative.
The color palette of Lemonade II is predominantly composed of cool yellows and greens, evoking a sense of freshness and vitality. The transparent liquid of the lemonade, paired with the faint yellow hues of the lemon slices, provides a gentle contrast to the deep, dark background. The artist uses these subtle contrasts to emphasize the texture of the glass and the delicacy of the liquid inside, making the viewer appreciate the object’s simple beauty.
Von Faber’s technique is impeccable, with every brushstroke working to enhance the clarity of the glass and the refreshing tone of the lemonade. The smooth surface of the pitcher contrasts with the rough texture of the linen, giving the painting a sense of tactile depth. Her approach to still life realism...
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
Materials
Linen, Acrylic
Red Currants and Jug - original still life realism painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Glass and Lemons - original realism still life oil painting - contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lime Juice - original modern realism still life oil painting - contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Still life with citrus-original realism oil painting for sale- contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Emerald Soul of the Black Sea II-original realism waterscape -contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Seanergy II -original modern realism waterscape painting -contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Seanergy I -original modern realism waterscape painting -contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Life belt-original hyperrealism modern water oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
Golden Hour at The harbour-original realism seascape-still life oil painting-art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
Aguas Cristalinas -original modern realism waterscape painting -contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
At the Edge of Reality VI -original-still life painting, modern realism seascape
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
The Fleet-original photo realism seascape-still life painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Oil Pastel, Oil
Fisherman
s Toys-original hyperrealism seascape oil painting- contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Oil
Ocean sunset -original hyper realism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Oil Pastel, Oil
Cherries - original realism still life painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Roses Splash - original realism still life painting - contemporary artwork
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Tomatoes - original realism still life painting - contemporary artwork
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Toust - original realism still life painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Lemon - original realism still life painting - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Linen, Acrylic
Fruit Splash - original realism still life painting - contemporary artwork
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Canvas, Oil
Infinite Blue - original contemporary realism waterscape painting for sale
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
Breath of the Sea - original contemporary realism waterscape painting
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
Afterglow - original contemporary realism waterscape painting for sale
Located in London, Chelsea
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
Veil of the Sea - original contemporary realism waterscape painting for sale
Located in London, Chelsea
We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Art
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Oil, Board
"Doctor III"
Located in Zofingen, AG
“Doctor III” — artwork from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
This series is a tribute to people who devote themselves wholeheartedly to their work — those who create, heal, tea...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Doctor I"
Located in Zofingen, AG
“Doctor I” — the first artwork from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
This series is a tribute to people who devote themselves wholeheartedly to their work — those who create, ...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Doctor II"
Located in Zofingen, AG
“Doctor II” — artwork from the “Portraits Without Faces” series.
This series is a tribute to people who devote themselves wholeheartedly to their work — those who create, heal, teac...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Tenderness"
Located in Zofingen, AG
This drawing conveys the quiet depth of human emotion through a moment of intimate connection. A young woman, viewed from behind, is gently embraced by a man whose form softly dissol...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Blarney Flowers (Blarney Castle, Irish Gardens, Floral, ~35% OFF)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Maria Deely
Blarney Flowers (Blarney Castle, Irish Gardens, Floral)
2025
Original Drawing with Colored Pencils
Size: 11 x 14 inches (27.94 x 35.56 cm)
Signed
COA provided
Maria Deel...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Color Pencil
$1,650 Sale Price
36% Off
"Nosey"
Located in Zofingen, AG
Original artwork description:
Pigs are often seen in a negative way, but I’ve always felt warmth and kindness toward them. They are playful, gentle, and endlessly curious. When you c...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Self-sufficient"
Located in Zofingen, AG
While walking past this plant, I suddenly stopped — in that moment, an idea for a new series came to me. This series is unlike any of my previous works. It’s not about an abundance o...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
"Exquisite"
Located in Zofingen, AG
This artwork is part of my “Interior” series – artworks created to bring lightness and beauty into your space.
The series is designed to please the eye without overwhelming it, addin...
Category
2010s Photorealist Art
Materials
Charcoal, Archival Paper
Photorealist art for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Photorealist art 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 art created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, red, purple, orange and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Alex Sher, Gregory Block, Lowell Nesbitt, and Ian Hornak. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Oil Paint and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Photorealist art, so small editions measuring 0.79 inches across are also available. Prices for art 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 $11 and tops out at $585,000, while the average work sells for $2,404.
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