20th Century Paintings
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Elegant Harbor Scene Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Vintage Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a lively harbor scene with boats clustered along the quay and houses rising behind. The palette is soft yet varied, with visible brushwork that gives texture to the water and roofs. Thick and confident paint strokes create a tactile surface that reads well both up close and from a distance. As a one-of-a-kind work, it brings a touch of vintage seaside charm to any collector's walls. Mid 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 :)
€402
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Expressive Landscape Oil Painting "Wooden Frame" Handcrafted Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and is presented here from the back, showing its wooden stretcher and tacked canvas. The worn wood and old paper labels are clearly visible, suggesting age and a well-traveled history. Close inspection reveals subtle brushwork impressions and texture at the painted surface edges where the canvas meets the frame. As a one-of-a-kind piece, this original oil carries the tactile surface and character collectors value. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 25 × 20 cm (9.8 × 7.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€194
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Expressive Landscape Print "Gilded Frame" Refined Small Artwork
Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 28 × 22 cm (11.0 × 8.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€142
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Traditional Harbor Scene Oil Painting "Sailing Boat" Refined Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a tranquil riverscape with a single sailboat quietly drifting toward a distant horizon. Warm, muted greens and ochres shape the sky and water while slender trees and low shrubbery define the riverbanks. The surface shows visible brushwork and gentle impasto that add tactile texture to the sails and foliage. One of a kind, this vintage scene will bring a calm, nostalgic presence to any collector's walls. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 54 × 45 cm (21.3 × 17.7 inches) and weighs 0 kg (0.0 lbs). The frame shown in the photos is included.
€79
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Detailed Cityscape Oil Painting "Paint Frame" Refined Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Late 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for the collector seeking vivid color and presence. The image shows bold blue and ochre blocks applied in thick impasto, with visible ridged strokes and layered patches of paint. You can see the textured paint surface and small areas where the brush and palette knife have left distinct marks. Hung in a simple frame, it would add a tactile, energetic accent to any collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 29 × 25 cm (11.4 × 9.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€238
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Elegant Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Green Hill" Expressive Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for collectors. The visible portion shows layered washes of green and muted gray with a soft arc of warm tone at the top. The paint surface reveals subtle brushwork and a slightly textured finish where strokes and glazing are evident. A dark signature or marking near the lower field adds character without distracting from the calm horizontal bands. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 25 × 33 cm (9.8 × 13.0 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 "Painted Panel" Handcrafted Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a warm ochre field with a darker, textured area near the top and a visible artist mark at the lower edge. The surface shows subtle brushwork and a slightly varied paint texture where strokes catch the light. You can see the canvas weave beneath the layers, giving the color depth and presence. One of a kind, this piece would add a quietly rich, tactile accent to a collector’s room. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 41 × 35 cm (16.1 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€331
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Expressive Landscape Oil Painting "Riverside Trees" Refined Large Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a tranquil riverbank scene with trees reflected in calm water and a winding path along the shore. The composition shows layered foliage in autumnal greens and browns, with visible brushwork and subtle texture across the paint surface. The artist’s strokes create depth in the treetops and soft reflections on the water, all rendered with an assured, tactile touch. This one-of-a-kind landscape will bring vintage character to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 81 × 51 cm (31.9 × 20.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€258
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Expressive Landscape Oil Painting "Wooden Frame" Timeless Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is presented here from the back, showing its wooden stretcher and aged panel. The worn wooden frame and backing display old nail fixes, paint smudges, and a few penciled numbers, all visible signs of age. You can see areas of varied paint texture and surface wear on the reverse, suggesting layered handling over time. This one-of-a-kind work carries the honest traces of use that collectors appreciate. Mid 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 :)
€239
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Refined Landscape Oil Painting "Solitary Woman" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century captures a quiet wooded path with a lone figure walking toward a distant light. The scene shows layered, earthy tones and visible brushwork that builds texture across the trees and ground. The paint surface shows age and tactile brush marks that give the landscape depth and presence. This one-of-a-kind work will bring historic charm and subtle atmosphere to a collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 38.5 × 28 cm (15.2 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€249
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Original Harbor Scene Oil Painting "Docked Boats" Timeless Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a quiet coastal village with boats moored at a stone quay and houses stacked along the water’s edge. Visible brushstrokes and a varied paint surface create a tactile sense of sky, water, and textured architecture. The color palette shows soft blues for the sea and mountains with warm ochres and reds on the buildings. One of a kind, this charming scene will add vintage character to a collector’s walls. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 46 × 35 cm (18.1 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€227
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Expressive Seascape Oil Painting "Sailing Boat" Rustic Spanish Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century shows sailing boats on a choppy sea beneath a bright, cloud-streaked sky. The scene is depicted with visible brushwork and a textured paint surface that brings life to the waves and sails. The composition and rich colors sit within a layered, aged frame that complements the work. This one-of-a-kind painting is a charming addition for collectors who appreciate original maritime scenes. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 34 × 28 cm (13.4 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€286
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Timeless Seascape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Vintage Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for collectors. The visible composition shows a coastal scene with a small sailboat on dark water beneath a cloudy sky, painted in confident, visible brushstrokes. Thick, textured paint is clear in the impasto highlights and the layered sky, giving the surface tactile depth. A richly gilded, carved frame with decorative scrollwork complements the painting and highlights its vintage presence. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 20 × 17 cm (7.9 × 6.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€239
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Expressive Landscape Oil Painting "Flower Garden" Rustic Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Late 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape work. The canvas shows dense, colorful foliage, a small stream or path and a bank of trees rendered in short, energetic strokes. Visible impasto and varied brushwork give the paint surface a textured, tactile quality that catches the light. Framed and ready for display, it will bring vibrant, hand-made character to a collector's room. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 33 × 24 cm (13.0 × 9.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€203
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Detailed Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Thick Paint" Traditional Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a close-up view of warm cream, tan and brown tones laid down in bold, sweeping strokes. The photograph clearly shows thick impasto and visible brushwork with ridged texture and layered paint across the surface. The earthy palette and energetic marks read as an intimate study of paint itself rather than a polished scene. As a one-of-a-kind work, it will add tactile presence and warmth to any collector’s selection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 23 × 20 cm (9.1 × 7.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€109
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Timeless Cityscape Oil Painting "Decorative Frame" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and shows a riverside town with a prominent church tower, rows of buildings, and flower-filled foreground beds. The image reveals layered paint and a slightly textured canvas surface, with visible brushwork that gives the scene a tactile, lived-in feel. The gilded wooden frame is carved and shows age, complementing the painting’s warm tones. As a one-of-a-kind work, it would add vintage charm to a collector’s wall. Mid 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 :)
€218
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Rustic Flowery Still Life Oil Painting "Worn Backboard" Refined Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Late 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for collectors. The composition shows a dense, geometric arrangement of interlocking shapes rendered in a warm, earthy palette of browns, creams, and muted reds. You can see evident brushwork and a richly textured paint surface where layers overlap and strokes create subtle ridges. Its tactile surface and bold, rhythmic patterning make it a striking addition to a modern or vintage collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 7 × 9 cm (2.8 × 3.5 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€98
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Refined Landscape Oil Painting "Walking Figure" Classic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century shows a small rural scene with a path, trees, a distant house and a solitary figure, all presented in rich greens and earth tones. The canvas surface reveals visible brushwork and impasto in places, giving the landscape lively texture. The worn gilded frame and tiny paint losses add to the piece’s vintage charm. This one-of-a-kind painting would be a distinctive addition for a collector seeking a compact, genuine work from the period. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 12 × 12 cm (4.7 × 4.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€76
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Refined Cityscape Oil Painting "River Lock" Vintage Large Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century captures a quiet riverside lock with a bridge, nearby buildings, trees and a figure working a winch. The visible surface shows aged varnish and subtle impasto in places, with brushwork that creates foliage and water texture. The colors retain a gentle, muted palette that suits a lived-in collection. This one-of-a-kind scene offers a distinctive vintage presence for a collector seeking an original period work. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 76 × 56 cm (29.9 × 22.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€321
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Authentic Animals Oil Painting "White Ducks" Expressive Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century shows a tranquil pond scene with white ducks swimming beneath leafy trees. The composition is rendered in loose, readable strokes that build visible texture across the water, reeds and tree trunks. Greens, browns and soft blues create a calm, natural palette that reads well at a distance or up close. One of a kind, this vintage work brings tactile brushwork and a quietly pastoral presence to any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 28 × 37 cm (11.0 × 14.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€178
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Expressive Landscape Oil Painting "Red Boats" Authentic Art
This authentic, hand‑painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century captures a quiet riverside scene with boats, a pavilion-like structure and houses set among tall trees. The palette is muted and earthy, with soft clouds overhead and autumnal foliage rendered in layered tones. You can see the artist’s brushwork and textured paint surface where strokes build up the trees and water. This one-of-a-kind work has the intimate presence of a genuine period landscape for a collector seeking an original piece. 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 :)
€298
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Elegant Harbor Scene Oil Painting "Coastal Village" Handcrafted Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a coastal scene with small boats on the water, figures on the shore, and a cluster of buildings on a headland. The muted palette of greens and blues and the visible, textured brushwork give the sky and sea a weathered, lived-in surface. A warm, aged gilt frame surrounds the composition, emphasizing its vintage character. This one-of-a-kind work will appeal to collectors seeking an original mid-century seascape with clear painterly texture. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 44 × 33 cm (17.3 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€297
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Classic Still Life Oil Painting "Wooden Frame" Detailed Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a classic still-life of fruit in a bowl. The composition shows grapes, oranges and other fruit rendered in warm hues against a softly textured background. Visible brushwork and a lightly textured paint surface give the fruit a tactile, lived-in quality. This one-of-a-kind work retains its original, layered colors and aged charm for collectors. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 36.5 × 33 cm (14.4 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€312
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Rustic Cityscape Oil Painting "Market Stalls" Refined Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a lively, one-of-a-kind street scene. The image shows a market or café terrace in the foreground with tents, tables and seated figures, while a green hill, trees and a large brick arch or tower rise behind. Visible, confident brushwork and layered paint give the trees and grass a textured, impasto feel across the surface. Framed and ready for a collector, this unique work captures a bustling moment with spirited color and visible painterly marks. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 46.5 × 36 cm (18.3 × 14.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€189
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Handcrafted Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Pink Bouquet" Classic Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a lush bouquet of pink blossoms set against a muted, textured background. The composition shows layered petals and broad green leaves arranged in a simple vase, all rendered with visible, confident brushwork. The paint surface carries a tactile texture where thicker strokes build the flowers and leaves, giving the piece a lively, handmade presence. One of a kind and ready to enrich a collector’s wall, it combines vintage charm with direct, painterly appeal. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 43.5 × 36 cm (17.1 × 14.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€184
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Traditional Landscape Oil Painting "Rowboat Mooring" Elegant Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for collectors. The scene shows a calm river with a small wooden boat in the foreground, reeds at the water’s edge and distant windmills and red-roofed houses under a soft blue sky. Visible painterly brushwork and a gently textured paint surface give the water and reeds lively, tactile detail. The worn, ornate carved frame further highlights the piece’s vintage character and originality. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 39 × 33 cm (15.4 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€153
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Elegant Landscape Oil Painting "Thatched Cottage" Handcrafted Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century depicts a quiet rural scene with cottages, trees, a small boat and two figures near the water. The visible surface shows aged varnish and subtle craquelure, with lively brushwork that builds texture in the foliage and sky. The composition reads as a one-of-a-kind work, offered as an individual piece for collectors. Its warm gilt frame and painted surface present a tangible sense of time and craft. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 40 × 49 cm (15.7 × 19.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€307
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Vintage Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Snowy Bridge" Authentic French Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting captures a snowy village scene from the Early 20th Century. The composition shows a river running toward a small arched bridge with buildings and a domed tower behind, all under a brooding, clouded sky. Thick, visible brushwork and subtle surface texture give the snow and water a tactile, lived-in feel. One of a kind, this work brings quiet, wintry atmosphere to a collector's walls. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 55 × 63 cm (21.7 × 24.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€196
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Original Landscape Oil Painting "Meandering River" Vintage Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind landscape. The scene shows a quiet river winding through grassy banks with a line of tall trees in the middle distance. Visible brushwork creates soft, layered foliage and a gently textured paint surface across sky and water. Warm, muted greens and blues give the work a peaceful, collected-room presence. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 54 × 64 cm (21.3 × 25.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€172
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Vintage Figurative Oil Painting "Seated Woman" Authentic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and depicts a simple domestic scene with a seated woman in traditional dress beside a birdcage and a child at a small table. The warm, muted palette and visible craquelure show the painting’s age, while the brushwork and textured paint surface remain clear on close inspection. The composition reads as a candid moment, painted with confident, economical strokes that give form to the figures and objects. This one-of-a-kind original would add vintage character to a collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 48 × 35 cm (18.9 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€201
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Handcrafted Landscape Oil Painting "Lonely Walker" Detailed Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and captures a sunlit rural scene with a stream, fields, distant buildings, and a large tree at left. The surface shows visible brushwork and impasto in the foliage and sky, giving the scene lively texture and movement. Colors range from cool blues in the sky to warm yellows and greens across the fields, rendered in confident, painterly strokes. As a one-of-a-kind work, it will add vintage character and a sense of place to any collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 59 × 49 cm (23.2 × 19.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€237
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Refined Figurative Oil Painting "Mounted Figurines" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind work for serious collectors. The composition shows small figural riders on horses set against a dark background, painted with visible brushwork and layered texture on the paint surface. The dark field and muted palette make the small, colorful costumes stand out, and you can see the artist’s strokes in the animals and figures. Hung in a simple wooden surround, the piece has the worn, lived-in surface collectors appreciate. Early 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 :)
€164
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Classic Portrait Oil Painting "Older Man" Handcrafted French Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a portrait of an older man rendered in muted, earthy tones. The face and shoulders are clearly visible with careful layering of paint that gives subtle texture across the canvas surface. Close inspection reveals lively brushwork in the highlights and a restrained, slightly worn ground around the edges. As a one-of-a-kind work, it would add character and history to a collector’s walls. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 29 × 36 cm (11.4 × 14.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€172
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Original Landscape Oil Painting "Thatched Windmill" Timeless Dutch Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and depicts a quiet rural scene with a windmill, buildings and a field of yellow blooms. The image shows layered paint with visible brushwork and a gently worn, textured surface that catches the light. Subtle craquelure and areas of thin glaze lend an honest, aged character to the piece. One of a kind and ready to enrich a collector's vintage landscape holdings. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 41 × 30 cm (16.1 × 11.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€189
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Authentic Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Snow Village" Vintage Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and depicts a quiet snowy village scene with figures, bare trees, and rooftops. The muted palette and visible brushstrokes create a soft, wintry atmosphere across the canvas. You can see texture in the paint surface where the brushwork builds up the snow and tree limbs. This one-of-a-kind work carries the lived-in character of an original period painting ready for a collector. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 52.5 × 35 cm (20.7 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€89
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Authentic Figurative Oil Painting "Dome City" Refined Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is clearly one of a kind. The scene shows stylized buildings with gold domes, small figures, birds and floral motifs rendered in soft, muted tones. You can see the textured paint surface and visible brushwork across the composition, especially in the domes and background. The worn, patinated frame and the subtle layering of pigment give this piece a lived-in, collectible presence. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 41 × 35 cm (16.1 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€183
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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.