20th Century Paintings
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Refined Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Red Gladiolus" Elegant Large Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a bright bouquet of red flowers in two decorative vessels against a soft, neutral background. The composition shows vivid reds, greens and touches of yellow rendered with visible brushwork and a textured paint surface that catches the light. The canvas displays a lively, hand-applied layering of color that feels immediate and tactile. This one-of-a-kind piece will add classic mid-century charm to any collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 75 × 65 cm (29.5 × 25.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€403
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Handcrafted Portrait Oil Painting "Bearded Man" Classic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Late 20th Century and presents a thoughtful male portrait in muted, earthy tones. The sitter’s face and upper torso are rendered with visible brushwork and a textured paint surface that catches the light. The worn, dark frame complements the canvas and reinforces the piece’s vintage presence. As a one-of-a-kind work, it brings a quiet, lived-in character to any collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 36 × 28 cm (14.2 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€203
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Original Landscape Oil Painting "Wooden Frame" Expressive Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and comes mounted in a warm wooden frame. The small composition shows a grove of tall trees with a dark tented shape at right, painted in earthy ochres and deep browns. You can see fine craquelure and subtle brushwork across the textured paint surface, especially in the tree trunks and sky. This is a one-of-a-kind original that would make a distinct addition to a vintage collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 32 × 27 cm (12.6 × 10.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€167
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Refined Landscape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Expressive Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for a discerning collector. The scene shows a small cottage beside a path under tall bare trees, with a soft, muted sky and warm highlights along the ground. You can see subtle brushwork and fine surface texture in the layered paint, especially in the trees and sky. The piece is presented in a deep black frame with gilt decoration that complements the painting’s warm tones. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 41 × 32 cm (16.1 × 12.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€198
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Traditional Seascape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Expressive Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for the serious collector. The view shows small boats riding choppy green waves beneath a warm, glowing sky, with a distant ship silhouetted on the horizon. You can see visible brushwork and a gently textured paint surface across the sea and sky. The carved, gilded frame complements the painting’s deep tones and adds to its vintage presence. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 44 × 38 cm (17.3 × 15.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€261
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Elegant Portrait Oil Painting "Man Smoking" Vintage Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a portrait of an older man in a cap, smoking a pipe. The visible palette shows warm flesh tones and muted greens with painterly strokes that build the face and clothing. You can see lively brushwork and textured paint on the surface, especially around the hat and pipe smoke. One of a kind, this piece brings a quietly lived-in presence to a collector’s wall. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 37 × 31 cm (14.6 × 12.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€209
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Original Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Floral Bouquet" Authentic Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century presents a lush floral still life rendered in thick, confident strokes. The composition shows a vase of flowers against a green background, with visible layered paint and lively color patches in yellow, white, coral and deep greens. You can clearly see the textured brushwork and raised paint surface that give the piece a tactile, expressive quality. This one-of-a-kind artwork will bring a vintage, handmade presence to any collector's display. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 57 × 47 cm (22.4 × 18.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€204
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Elegant Seascape Oil Painting "Sailing Boat" Refined Large Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and depicts a lone sailboat cutting across sunlit water beneath a clouded sky. The scene shows a single mast and a worn sail, distant mountains on the horizon, and shimmering reflections on the sea. Thick, textured brushwork is visible in the clouds, sail and water, giving the surface a tactile, layered feel. One of a kind, this vintage seascape would bring warm, maritime character to a collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 80 × 68 cm (31.5 × 26.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€241
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Original Portrait Oil Painting "Seated Gentleman" Authentic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a formal male portrait in period dress. The sitter’s pale face, close-cropped hair and dark suit are rendered against a warm brown ground, with visible brushwork and a gently textured paint surface. Small age-related marks and surface wear are apparent, adding to the piece’s vintage character. As a one-of-a-kind work, it will bring historic presence and quiet dignity to a collector’s walls. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 37 × 30 cm (14.6 × 11.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€182
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Rustic Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Refined Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a tranquil landscape with trees, a small pond and a distant sky. The scene is rendered in soft, muted tones and shows visible brushwork and gentle texture across the painted surface. The gilt frame and warm highlights complement the painting’s subtle layering of paint. This one-of-a-kind work will add classic charm to a collector’s display. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 32 × 27 cm (12.6 × 10.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€232
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Timeless Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Vintage Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is presented in a deeply carved, weathered frame. The visible scene shows a riverside village with small houses, boats, and trees beneath a clouded sky, all rendered in muted, earthy tones. Close inspection reveals delicate brushwork and a textured paint surface, especially in the clouds and water. As a one-of-a-kind piece, it would add vintage character to any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 35 × 28 cm (13.8 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€178
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Rustic Landscape Oil Painting "Sheep Herd" Refined Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape scene. The composition shows a country road with a shepherd and sheep, trees in blossom, and a distant thatched building under a soft sky. Visible impasto and varied brushwork create texture in the foliage, sky, and foreground mud. The painted surface and aged patina give this work a warm, lived-in presence for any collector. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 50 × 40 cm (19.7 × 15.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€189
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Vintage Farm Oil Painting "Rural Cottage" Timeless Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and depicts a rural village scene with several cottages, trees, a winding dirt path and a well. The view shows layered brushwork in the clouds and roofs, with visible texture across the canvas surface. Earthy greens, browns and muted sky tones give the piece a quietly worn character that reads well at a glance. One of a kind, this painting will bring vintage charm to a collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 31 × 25 cm (12.2 × 9.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€102
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Elegant Landscape Oil Painting "Mountain Peak" Detailed Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape. The composition shows a mountain ridge and billowing clouds above a stand of evergreen trees, all painted in a soft, cool palette. Visible, confident brushwork creates a textured paint surface with layered strokes that catch the light. The worn gilt frame and subtle surface age add to its vintage presence in any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 50 × 42 cm (19.7 × 16.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€213
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Authentic Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Vintage Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century depicts a quiet pastoral scene with grazing cows, distant trees, and a reflective pool under a soft sky. The surface shows visible brushwork and a textured paint skin that catches light across the landscape. The gilt, carved frame complements the muted palette and suggests a lived-in presence on the wall. As a one-of-a-kind work, it invites a collector to enjoy its subtle details and painterly touch. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 32 × 27 cm (12.6 × 10.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€252
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Refined Still Life Oil Painting "Earthen Jug" Rustic Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century presents a warm still life of a pottery jug, woven bottle, a patterned bowl and a cluster of fruit arranged on a tabletop. The composition is rendered in rich earth tones with visible brushwork and a subtly textured paint surface that catches the light. The antique gilt frame and fine craquelure around the edges enhance its vintage presence. This one-of-a-kind work will add character and history to a thoughtful collector's interior. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 54 × 41 cm (21.3 × 16.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€204
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Rustic Landscape Oil Painting "Wooden Frame" Classic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is presented in a warm, dovetailed wooden surround. The visible section shows a small rural scene with boats and thatched structures rendered in muted greens and golds. You can see fine brushwork and a textured paint surface where light catches raised passages of pigment. This one-of-a-kind piece will sit comfortably in a curated collection that values intimate, vintage scenes. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 32 × 27 cm (12.6 × 10.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€164
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Detailed Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Refined Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a small winter scene set within a richly carved gilt frame. The visible portion shows figures skating on a frozen pond beside snow-dusted buildings and bare trees under a soft sky. You can see delicate brushwork and subtle impasto in the painted scene and a textured, aged paint surface on the ornate frame. This one-of-a-kind artwork has a warm, historic presence that would stand out in any collector’s display. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 33 × 28 cm (13.0 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€286
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Vintage Landscape Oil Painting "Country House" Timeless Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape composition. The scene shows sunlit trees and a cluster of simple houses rendered in lively greens, yellows, and soft blues. Visible impasto and varied brushwork create a richly textured paint surface that catches the light and gives the foliage a tactile presence. Hung in a warm wooden frame, this unique piece brings a vintage, handcrafted charm to any collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 43 × 33 cm (16.9 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€127
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Vintage Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Vase Flowers" Timeless Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century captures a vase of lilacs rendered in soft pastels and lively greens. The visible paint surface shows layered brushwork and gentle impasto in the flower heads, giving the blossoms a tactile texture. The composition sits against a subtle, light background and is presented in an ornate gilded frame that complements the palette. One of a kind and evocative, this work would add vintage charm to any collector's wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 65 × 57 cm (25.6 × 22.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€146
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Traditional Seascape Oil Painting "Sailing Boats" Detailed Italian Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and captures a lively harbor scene with sailboats and small steamers at rest. The visible palette favors soft grays, creams and warm ochres, with loose, confident strokes defining sails and water. You can see the thick, textured paint and visible brushwork across the sky and reflections, giving the surface a lively, tactile quality. This one-of-a-kind work will bring vintage maritime charm and painterly texture to a collector’s walls. Mid 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 :)
€301
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Detailed Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Vase Flowers" Elegant Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and presents a lively bouquet rendered in thick, tactile paint. The composition shows sunflowers and other blossoms with visible impasto and layered brushwork that creates a textured surface. Soft, muted background tones let the blues, reds, and yellows of the flowers stand forward without distraction. One of a kind, this charming floral still life will bring warmth and vintage character to a collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 27 × 33 cm (10.6 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€181
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Vintage Landscape Oil Painting "River View" Classic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and presents a gentle riverscape beneath a sky of softly modeled clouds. The scene shows a calm river bordered by wooded hills and rocky outcrops, rendered in muted greens and blues. You can see the artist’s tactile brushwork and raised paint in the cloud passages, giving the surface a subtle texture. One of a kind, this work brings a serene, vintage presence to any collection. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 67 × 50 cm (26.4 × 19.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€621
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Traditional Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Detailed Dutch Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a small pastoral landscape with trees, cottages and a winding stream beneath a cloud-filled sky. The scene is shown within an ornate, heavily carved gilt frame whose rich gold tones and patterned borders are clearly visible. Close inspection reveals subtle brushwork and a textured paint surface in the sky and foliage that give depth to the tiny composition. This one-of-a-kind work would make a charming focal point for a collector seeking an intimate, vintage landscape. Mid 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 :)
€621
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Detailed Seascape Oil Painting "Stormy Sea" Timeless French Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a windswept seascape with soft, layered clouds above a lively, textured shoreline. Visible brushwork and a slightly impastoed paint surface give the waves and sky a tactile, lived-in quality. The composition shows small figures or posts in the surf and distant sailboats on the horizon, all rendered in warm greens and yellows. One of a kind, this work brings a quietly atmospheric presence to any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 53 × 43 cm (20.9 × 16.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€289
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Rustic Cityscape Oil Painting "Stone Bridge" Traditional Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a quiet canal scene with a stone bridge, riverside buildings and leafy trees. The visible craquelure and warm, aged tones confirm its age while the surface shows varied brushwork and subtle texture across the water and foliage. The composition feels intimate and would sit well in a collector’s period interiors. As a one-of-a-kind original, it offers the tactile presence and character only an original oil can provide. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 70 × 50 cm (27.6 × 19.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€251
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Vintage Landscape Oil Painting "Forest Path" Rustic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and captures a shaded woodland path bathed in deep greens and dappled light. The visible surface shows layered brushwork and subtle texture across the trees, foliage, and sunlit undergrowth. A small bench sits among the trees, painted with the same attentive strokes that give the scene a lived-in feel. This one-of-a-kind work will add a quietly evocative focal point to any collector’s room. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 51 × 44 cm (20.1 × 17.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€278
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Refined Cityscape Oil Painting "Patterned Panel" Original Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and depicts a lakeside manor framed by mature trees. The scene shows a pale stone building with steep red roofs, reflected softly in the water below. You can see the canvas texture and delicate brushwork in the layered sky and foliage, giving the surface a tactile, lived-in quality. This one-of-a-kind work would add vintage charm to a collection seeking a quietly detailed landscape. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 23 × 28 cm (9.1 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€194
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Elegant Animals Oil Painting "Pair Of Ducks" Detailed Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a peaceful waterside scene with ducks and geese among reeds and trees. The surface shows visible brushwork and layered paint that give the foliage and birds a lively texture. Warm autumnal colors and a soft, misty sky are clearly visible, set within a green fabric-lined gold frame. One of a kind, this vintage piece will add character and warmth to a collector’s wall. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 23 × 17 cm (9.1 × 6.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€169
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Detailed Landscape Oil Painting "Old Tree" Classic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape. The scene shows trees in green and autumn tones beside a reflective pond with swans and a distant windmill, all rendered in clear, visible strokes. The paint surface shows lively brushwork and slight texture where the artist layered color. Hung in its aged frame, this piece would add vintage charm to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 20 × 16 cm (7.9 × 6.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€147
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Rustic Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Vase" Refined Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a small still life of roses in warm, earthy tones. The composition shows layered petals and leaves rendered with visible, confident brushstrokes that build a textured paint surface. A dark, aged frame surrounds the work and complements the rich reds, yellows, and browns. One of a kind, this intimate vintage piece will add warmth and character to a collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 37 × 32 cm (14.6 × 12.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€171
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Traditional Landscape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Rustic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Late 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape. The composition shows layered skies and distant trees with a band of water and reflected color near the lower third. Visible impasto and varied brushwork create a textured paint surface that catches light across the canvas. The aged, worn frame complements the painting’s visible strokes and patina, making it ready for a collector’s wall. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 46 × 39 cm (18.1 × 15.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€201
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Timeless Landscape Oil Painting "Winding River" Expressive German Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century shows a winding river threading through layered hills and a stand of trees in the foreground. Rich blues, greens and muted purples blend across the canvas to suggest depth, while lighter tones mark distant ridgelines under a pale sky. You can see the textured paint surface and expressive brushwork that give the landscape a tactile, lived-in quality. This one-of-a-kind piece will add a quiet, atmospheric presence to a collector’s room. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 80 × 60 cm (31.5 × 23.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€201
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Refined Still Life Oil Painting "Blue Vase" Classic Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a still life of blue-and-white vases, bowls and a small fruit dish set on a carved wooden cabinet. The composition shows softly rendered clouds behind the ceramics and a warm golden palette across the canvas. You can see the artist’s brushwork in the textured paint surface and in the layered highlights on the pottery. This one-of-a-kind work would add timeless charm to a collector’s interior display. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 60 × 50 cm (23.6 × 19.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€241
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Traditional Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Sunflower Vase" Vintage Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a bouquet of bright sunflowers in a pale blue vase against a soft pink background. The composition shows several full blooms and green leaves with a few fallen petals on the table below, all rendered in lively, visible brushstrokes. You can see the paint’s texture across the canvas where thick strokes build the petals and leaves, giving the surface a tactile presence. This one-of-a-kind work will bring cheerful color and vintage character to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 46 × 36 cm (18.1 × 14.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€121
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Traditional Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Red Gladiolus" Belgique Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century presents a vivid bouquet of red flowers arranged in two vases against a soft, muted background. The composition shows layers of red blooms and green stems with small yellow accents, all rendered with visible brushwork that gives the paint surface a lively texture. The warm palette and the worn red inner border within the gilt frame are clearly visible and add character. This one-of-a-kind work would be a striking addition to a collector’s vintage assortment. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 96 × 72 cm (37.8 × 28.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€282
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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.