20th Century Paintings
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Authentic Landscape Oil Painting "Thatched Cottage" Classic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a rustic village scene with a thatched house, surrounding trees, a simple fence and a lone walker along a dirt path. The surface shows visible impasto and lively brushwork, especially in the foliage and roof textures, giving the composition tactile depth. Warm, muted earth tones and layered paint convey an intimate, lived-in atmosphere that reads clearly across the canvas. This one-of-a-kind work is an original piece for collectors who appreciate true vintage oil painting. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 44 × 39 cm (17.3 × 15.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€349
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Traditional Seascape Oil Painting "Coastal Villa" Expressive Large Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and captures a sunlit coastal village scene with houses, green shutters, trees and distant sailboats on calm water. The composition shows layered paint and visible brushwork that creates subtle texture across the sky and buildings. Colors are soft and muted, with delicate highlights on foliage and rooftops that read clearly from a distance. One of a kind and ready to bring vintage Mediterranean charm to a collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 95 × 54 cm (37.4 × 21.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€237
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Vintage Seascape Oil Painting "Fishing Boat" Original Large Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a calm coastal scene with boats at anchor and figures working along the shoreline. The composition shows a broad sky with layered clouds and several sailing vessels rendered in muted blues, greys and warm browns. You can see lively brushwork and subtle texture in the cloud formations and the water surface that give the scene depth and movement. This one-of-a-kind piece will make a distinctive addition to a collector’s maritime display. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 119 × 60 cm (46.9 × 23.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€498
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Expressive Cityscape Oil Painting "Cobblestone Street" Classic Large Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting captures a sunlit street scene with whitewashed buildings, tiled roofs, a distant bell tower, and two small figures walking the narrow road. Painted in the Mid 20th Century, the work shows lively, visible brushwork and thick paint handling that gives the walls and sky a tactile texture. Warm earth tones and cool blues balance the composition, while small highlights suggest foliage and architectural details. As a one-of-a-kind original, this painting brings vintage character and painterly presence to any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 67 × 82 cm (26.4 × 32.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€216
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Handcrafted Figurative Oil Painting "Man Spearing" Traditional Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a dynamic scene of a figure spearing a coiled snake against warm, sunlit tones. The composition is rendered with clear, simplified forms and visible brushwork that creates a tactile paint surface and slight texture across the panel. The dark wooden frame and aged varnish add to its vintage presence, while the rich ochres and deep greens remain striking. One of a kind, this work brings a bold, narrative energy to any collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 26 × 17 cm (10.2 × 6.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€209
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Expressive Cityscape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Authentic Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and shows a street of tiled-roof houses under a soft, cloud-filled sky. The paint sits on a textured canvas so you can see the canvas tooth and the layered brushwork in the rooftops and clouds. The scene is rendered in warm, muted tones that feel lived-in and intimate. This one-of-a-kind work would add vintage character to a collector’s display. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 29 × 35 cm (11.4 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€234
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Expressive Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Vase Flowers" Traditional Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a vase of roses rendered in rich, natural hues. The composition shows red and yellow blooms with green leaves against a softly mottled background. Visible brushwork and textured paint surface give the petals and foliage a lively, tactile quality. As a one-of-a-kind work, it would add classic charm to any collector’s display. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 34 × 42 cm (13.4 × 16.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€229
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Original Cityscape Oil Painting "Town Belltower" Classic Large Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and depicts a sunlit village street with a bell tower, stairway, shuttered windows, and small figures going about their day. The warm, muted palette and visible brushwork create soft texture across the buildings and sky, with thicker paint in places that catch the light. The scene reads clearly from the image without added embellishment, offering a quiet, lived-in atmosphere. As a one-of-a-kind original, it would add vintage character to a collector’s display. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 85 × 65 cm (33.5 × 25.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€412
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Elegant Portrait Drawing "Woman Head" Detailed Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Drawing dates from the Mid 20th Century and presents a quiet, carefully rendered portrait of a woman wearing a patterned headscarf. The sitter’s soft facial features and the drape of the cloth are shown in rich tonal shading, with visible marks and textured strokes across the paper. Brushwork and pencil-like handling create a tactile surface that reads clearly in close view. One of a kind and full of old-world charm, this piece would add character to a thoughtful collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 27 × 19 cm (10.6 × 7.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€146
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Elegant Cityscape Oil Painting "Harbor Houses" Original Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and depicts a row of townhouses and boats along a calm canal. The visible surface shows aged pigments and subtle craquelure with evident brushwork in the rooftops and water reflections. The muted palette and layered paint create a quiet, lived-in texture across the scene. As a one-of-a-kind work, it will add character and history to any collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 57 × 42 cm (22.4 × 16.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€206
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Detailed Landscape Oil Painting "Gold Frame" Classic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a moody landscape with a glowing horizon set against a darkened sky. The visible surface shows layered pigment and small areas of raised brushwork that add texture to the forms. The painting is presented in a warm gilt frame with a cream inner liner that highlights the rich, deep tones. As a one-of-a-kind original, it would make a striking addition to any vintage collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 30 × 24 cm (11.8 × 9.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€197
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Refined Cityscape Oil Painting "Stone Archway" Traditional Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and captures a sunlit village passage with arches, windowed facades and potted plants. The warm, muted palette and visible brushwork give the scene a lived-in softness, while areas of thicker paint create subtle texture on the surface. The worn, patterned frame and aged paint suggest long stewardship and display. This one-of-a-kind work will add vintage character to any collector’s ensemble. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 34 × 26 cm (13.4 × 10.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€308
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Handcrafted Seascape Oil Painting "Sailing Ship" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century shows a sailing ship under full canvas against a cloudy sky, with a smaller boat in the distance and plumes of smoke near the water. The scene is rendered in muted greens and browns, and the visible brushwork gives the clouds and sea a subtly textured surface. The piece is presented in a carved, aged frame that complements the painting’s tones without distracting from the composition. One of a kind, this work offers a classic maritime presence for a collector seeking an authentic period painting. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 32 × 39 cm (12.6 × 15.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€279
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Classic Animals Oil Painting "Two Deer" Timeless Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a close-up of animals rendered in bold, gestural strokes and deep blues, greens, and earth tones. The composition shows layered paint and visible brushwork that creates a lively, textured surface. Hints of white and rust punctuate the darker areas, giving the scene movement and depth. As a one-of-a-kind work, it will add an expressive, tactile presence to any collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 36 × 46 cm (14.2 × 18.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€247
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Timeless Cityscape Oil Painting "Yellow Mansion" Classic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Late 20th Century and depicts a country house beside a pond with trees and flower beds. The scene is rendered in clear, soft colors with visible brushwork and a subtly textured paint surface that catches the light. The composition shows careful, steady strokes in the building and looser, lively marks in the foliage. This one-of-a-kind vintage work would add quiet charm to a traditional collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 40 × 34 cm (15.7 × 13.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€139
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Authentic Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Classic Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape scene. The composition shows a snowy lane lined with bare trees and a distant horse-drawn cart, painted in muted, wintry tones. Visible impasto and delicate brushwork create texture in the sky, tree branches, and on the snow, giving the surface a tactile presence. The rich, gilt frame and the painting’s aged varnish further emphasize its vintage character for collectors. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 54 × 44 cm (21.3 × 17.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€428
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Handcrafted Harbor Scene Oil Painting "Docked Gondola" Original Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting captures a waterfront scene with a moored boat, rippling water and a domed building under a broad sky, clearly painted in a Mid 20th Century style. The brushwork is visible across the sky and water, with textured strokes that catch the light on the paint surface. The composition shows careful layering of dark and light tones in the boat and architecture, giving the scene a lived-in, tactile presence. One of a kind and ready to add character to a collector’s wall, it offers direct, visible evidence of the artist’s hand. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 43 × 51 cm (16.9 × 20.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€189
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Classic Cityscape Oil Painting "Watermill Building" Traditional Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Late 20th Century and depicts a peaceful rural scene with red farm buildings, slate roofs, a small waterway and surrounding trees. The scene is rendered in clear, natural color and shows visible brushwork and a subtly textured paint surface across the sky and grassy foreground. The piece is presented in a carved, gilded and red-stained wooden frame that complements the warm tones of the work. As a one-of-a-kind original, it will add distinctive vintage charm to a collector’s portfolio. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 40 × 34 cm (15.7 × 13.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€138
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Handcrafted Cityscape Oil Painting "Village Church" Traditional Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century depicts a village scene centered on a tall church tower set among leafy trees and small cottages. The image shows soft blue sky, green fields, a dirt road and the textured canvas surface where brushstrokes build the foliage and architectural details. The paint surface and visible brushwork give the scene a tactile, lived-in quality that catches the light. This one-of-a-kind work will add vintage charm to a collector’s walls. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 34 × 40 cm (13.4 × 15.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€158
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Classic Portrait Oil Painting "Older Woman" Refined Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a thoughtful portrait of an older woman rendered against a soft greenish background. The sitter’s silver hair, warm skin tones, and turquoise clothing are clearly visible and carried with confident, visible brushwork that gives subtle texture to the paint surface. The fine brush strokes around the eyes and hair reveal the artist’s hand and add gentle depth to the face. This one-of-a-kind work will sit naturally in a collection seeking intimate, quietly expressive portraiture. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 30 × 35 cm (11.8 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€199
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Handcrafted Portrait Oil Painting "Young Woman" Original Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a softly rendered portrait of a woman with light hair, blue eyes, and a relaxed expression. The artist’s brushwork is visible in the layered strokes of hair, skin tones and the striped garment, giving a subtle, textured paint surface. The muted olive background keeps the focus on the sitter’s face and the warm highlights of the lips and cheeks. A one-of-a-kind piece, it carries the unique touch of the original painter’s hand. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 30 × 35 cm (11.8 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€199
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Timeless Portrait Oil Painting "Seated Woman" Original Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Late 20th Century and presents a quietly rendered portrait of a woman wearing a light blouse and pendant. The muted background and soft tonal palette let the sitter’s face and hair stand forward with steady, visible brushwork. You can see textured paint on the surface where the artist built up the skin tones and clothing. As a one-of-a-kind work, it would add a personal, lived-in presence to a collector’s walls. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 35 × 40 cm (13.8 × 15.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€199
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Rustic Portrait Oil Painting "Elderly Woman" Detailed Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a gently smiling portrait of an older woman wearing glasses and layered pearl necklaces. The soft, muted background and warm skin tones are rendered with visible brushwork and subtle texture across the paint surface. The artist’s handling of hair and fabric shows delicate strokes that catch the light and add depth. One of a kind, this portrait would sit comfortably in a classic collection or a room seeking a quietly elegant focal piece. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 36 × 42 cm (14.2 × 16.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€212
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Authentic Landscape Oil Painting "Thatched Cabin" Refined Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and presents a vaulted sky over a small rural scene with trees and a simple cabin. The visible paint surface shows layered brushwork and subtle texture in the clouds and foliage. Colors remain muted with earth tones and soft greens that suggest age and atmospheric depth. One of a kind, this piece carries the direct hand of the artist and would add vintage character to a collector's display. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 48 × 38 cm (18.9 × 15.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€173
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Authentic Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Vase" Timeless Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a small vase of flowers with lively, impressionistic strokes. The bouquet shows pink, yellow and blue blossoms set against a muted background, and the paint surface reveals visible brushwork and slight texture where the color is built up. The warm, carved gilt frame complements the painting and underscores its one-of-a-kind nature. A collector will appreciate the intimate scale and the tactile quality of the painted surface. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 23 × 26 cm (9.1 × 10.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€403
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Timeless Landscape Oil Painting "Flowering Tree" Elegant Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century depicts a wooded stream with trees and foliage in warm yellows and earthy browns. The scene is rendered with visible, layered brushwork that creates a textured paint surface and a tactile sense of leaves and bark. The composition shows a gentle waterway winding through the trees and a sunlit clearing beyond, all painted with loose, expressive strokes. This one-of-a-kind work offers a charming vintage presence for a collector seeking an original landscape. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 35.5 × 29 cm (14.0 × 11.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€211
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Timeless Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Vase" Expressive Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a vase of roses rendered in warm reds, pinks and greens against a dark background. The composition clearly shows stacked blooms in a pale green vase with a few fallen petals on the surface below. Visible impasto brushwork and textured paint strokes give the flowers a lively, tactile surface that catches the light. One of a kind and full of vintage charm, this piece would bring a classic, handcrafted touch to any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 23 × 29 cm (9.1 × 11.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€189
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Authentic Portrait Oil Painting "Elderly Man" Handcrafted Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a dignified portrait of an older woman in a light shirt, rendered against a muted brown background. The artist’s visible brushwork and textured paint surface bring subtle life to the hair, glasses, and facial features. The straightforward composition and warm palette make it easy to imagine this one-of-a-kind work displayed in a classic collection. It carries the quiet presence of a personal likeness, offered here as a singular original. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 43 × 53 cm (16.9 × 20.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€178
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Original Portrait Oil Painting "Elderly Woman" Classic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Late 20th Century and presents a poised portrait of an older woman wearing glasses. The likeness is rendered in soft, muted tones with visible brushwork around the hair and face that adds subtle texture to the paint surface. The canvas shows the artist’s layered strokes and slight impasto in places, giving the image a tactile presence. As a one-of-a-kind original, it would make a distinguished addition to a collector’s portrait holdings. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 44 × 48 cm (17.3 × 18.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€203
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Authentic Cityscape Oil Painting "Snowy Street" Elegant Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a snowy village street with brick buildings, a canal-side boat, and figures walking along the icy path. The scene is rendered in warm browns and muted grays, with visible brushwork creating texture in the rooftops, trees, and snow. Thick, varied paint application gives the surface a tactile quality that catches the light across the composition. One of a kind, this piece would add character and vintage charm to a collector’s interior. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 45 × 37 cm (17.7 × 14.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€228
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Original Seascape Oil Painting "Red Sailboat" Timeless Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and remains a one-of-a-kind work for collectors. The scene shows a coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a calm inlet and a small red-sailed boat visible on the water. Thick, visible brushwork and layered paint create a textured surface that catches the light across the sky and land. The worn surface and subtle age marks add character while confirming its genuine vintage presence. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 25.5 × 20 cm (10.0 × 7.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€171
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Rustic Still Life Oil Painting "Wine Glass" Handcrafted Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a warm still life of glassware, a jug and a bottle set against a rich brown and ochre ground. The composition shows clear, visible brushstrokes and a textured paint surface that catch the light on the highlights of the glass. Colors are concentrated in golden yellows and deep browns, giving the scene a cozy, worked-in patina. This one-of-a-kind piece would bring vintage character to any collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 41 × 33 cm (16.1 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€222
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Traditional Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Snowy Village" Authentic Large Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a quiet winter village scene with houses, trees, and a distant tower under a pale sky. The soft, muted palette and visible brushwork create a layered, textured paint surface that draws the eye across snowy fields and rooftops. The composition shows careful, tactile strokes in the trees and foreground water, conveying the artist’s hand without heavy detail. This one-of-a-kind work is a genuine vintage find that will add character to a collector’s walls. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 77 × 57 cm (30.3 × 22.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€226
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Vintage Still Life Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Expressive Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for collectors. The visible composition shows a delicate bouquet rendered in soft floral colors against a muted background. The surface reveals lively brushwork and slight impasto in the flower petals, with subtle texture across the paint. Housed in an ornate gilt frame, the piece has a warm, lived-in patina that complements the painting's tones. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 26 × 25 cm (10.2 × 9.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€261
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Refined Seascape Oil Painting "Sailing Boat" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a calm coastal scene with sailing boats, figures at the water’s edge, and distant shores under a soft, cloud-filled sky. The visible brushwork and subtle impasto lend the sea and sails a tactile texture that catches the light. Painted in natural, muted tones, the composition reads clearly and feels lived-in. This one-of-a-kind work is ready to become a distinguished focal point in a collector’s maritime ensemble. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 26 × 32 cm (10.2 × 12.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€271
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Elegant Cityscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Vintage Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind scene. The narrow composition shows a small town street with buildings, a tree, and a few figures moving through the lighted roadway. You can see the fine brushwork and delicate layering in the paint surface, particularly in the sky and building details. The ornate gilt and velvet-lined mat surrounding the picture adds an elegant vintage presentation for a collector. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 25 × 22 cm (9.8 × 8.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€289
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Browse our collection of original early 20th century oil paintings — vintage European works that capture one of the most dynamic periods in art history. Every painting is a one-of-a-kind original, personally sourced across Europe, and once sold it is gone.
The early 20th century saw European painting move rapidly through styles: late Impressionism and Post-Impressionism carried the traditions of the late 1800s into the new century, the Hague School continued to shape Dutch painting into the 1920s, and movements like Fauvism, Expressionism, and various regional modernisms emerged alongside more traditional academic and realist work. For collectors, this period offers a rare combination — the technical skill of the 19th century still very much alive, with the freer brushwork and bolder palettes of early modernism starting to appear.
This collection spans the full range of early 20th century oil paintings: pastoral landscapes, maritime and harbor scenes, Dutch village and canal views, Impressionist-influenced still lifes, early modernist portraits, and traditional figure and animal paintings. Styles range from tonal realism and Hague School atmospherics to looser Impressionist and Post-Impressionist work. For browsing by subject, see our landscape paintings, seascape paintings, and portrait paintings collections.
Every piece is an authentic original oil painting — oil on canvas, board, or panel — often signed and typically with the soft craquelure that develops over a century or more. Listings state the era (early, mid, or late 20th century where known), medium, dimensions, attribution, and condition. Period frames are included and photographed where present.
New early 20th century paintings are added to the collection regularly. If a piece catches your eye, secure it promptly — this is the only one of its kind.