20th Century Paintings
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Traditional Landscape Oil Painting "Golden Frame" Original Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and presents a sunlit rural harvest scene rendered in warm, natural tones. The composition shows figures working in fields with distant trees and haystacks, all clearly visible beneath a softly clouded sky. The paint surface reveals lively brushwork and subtle texture where strokes build the foliage and grain. One of a kind, this painting carries the tangible presence of the artist’s hand for a collector seeking an intimate vintage landscape. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 27 × 17 cm (10.6 × 6.7 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€231
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Timeless Landscape Oil Painting "Golden Frame" Authentic Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and presents a peaceful rural scene visible in the image. The composition shows a tree-lined lane by a small body of water with figures near the shore and a cottage tucked at the edge of the trees. You can see subtle brushwork and a gently textured paint surface in the foliage and sky that catch the light. This one-of-a-kind work offers a warm, lived-in character that will sit beautifully in a collector’s home. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 28 × 18 cm (11.0 × 7.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€231
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Vintage Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Pot" Expressive Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century presents a vibrant floral still life in a shallow vase, with reds, whites and greens set against a blue and orange background. Thick, impasto brushwork and a textured paint surface are clearly visible across the petals and leaves. The composition sits within a carved gilt frame and reads as a single, one-of-a-kind artwork. It would bring warm color and tactile presence to a collector’s wall. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 28 × 28 cm (11.0 × 11.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€286
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Elegant Landscape Oil Painting "Winding River" Authentic Small Art
This authentic, hand‑painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century depicts a rolling landscape with a winding stream, distant hills and a stand of trees, all shown in muted greens and blues. The surface shows visible brushwork and a textured paint build that catches light across the sky and land. The piece is presented in a woven-look outer mat and a narrow inner liner, giving a quiet, classic display. One of a kind, it would add a peaceful, lived-in charm to a collector’s selection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 26 × 21 cm (10.2 × 8.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€174
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Elegant Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Vase" Vintage Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and shows a still life of yellow blooms in a brown vase against a deep, dark background. The flowers and leaves are rendered with visible, textured brushwork and a rich build of paint that catches the light. The dark field around the arrangement emphasizes the warm tones and the surface shows age-appropriate craquelure and patina. This one-of-a-kind work offers a quiet, collectible presence for any vintage painting collection. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 18 × 23 cm (7.1 × 9.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€201
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Vintage Landscape Oil Painting "Thatched Cottage" Traditional Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century depicts a rustic cottage scene with trees, a path, a figure near the doorway, and chickens in the yard. The visible surface shows fine craquelure and layered brushwork that builds texture in the sky, foliage, and roof tiles. The warm, muted palette and soft edges give the scene a lived-in, pastoral charm that would suit a traditional collection. As a one-of-a-kind original, it brings tangible age and painterly presence to any room. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 60 × 49 cm (23.6 × 19.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€298
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Detailed Landscape Oil Painting "Country Windmill" Refined Large Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and offers a one-of-a-kind pastoral scene. Visible are trees along a riverbank, a small boat in the foreground and a windmill across the water under a sky of soft clouds. The paint surface shows lively brushwork and textured impasto, especially in the foliage and water reflections. This unique piece will bring vintage charm and tactile presence to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 81 × 60 cm (31.9 × 23.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€172
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Handcrafted Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Bouquet" Expressive Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century shows a vase of chrysanthemum-like blooms rendered in soft, muted tones. The composition presents layered petals in reds, creams, purples and yellows against a warm, slightly mottled background. You can see visible brushwork and textured paint on the canvas that give the flowers a tactile, lived-in surface. This one-of-a-kind work would bring vintage charm to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 26 × 37 cm (10.2 × 14.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€251
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Original Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Purple Bouquet" Detailed Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century shows a vase filled with dense purple blossoms set against a deep, warm background. The thick, visible brushstrokes build the flower clusters and give the surface a lively, textured presence. Colors range from rich violet to softer lilac, with touches of brown in the vase beneath. One of a kind, this piece will add vintage charm and tactile interest to a collector's wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 19 × 24 cm (7.5 × 9.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€201
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Traditional Cityscape Oil Painting "Wooden Boats" Refined Spanish Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and depicts a sunlit canal scene with boats and worn buildings. The composition shows two gondolas in the foreground and a narrow waterway flanked by pale, textured façades and terracotta roofs. The artist’s visible brushwork and layered paint create lively surface texture in the sky, water, and masonry. One of a kind, this vintage work brings warm, tactile presence to a collector’s coastal or cityscape collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 55 × 46 cm (21.7 × 18.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€166
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Timeless Still Life Oil Painting "Madonna Child" Original Large Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a devotional scene rendered in warm, muted tones. The composition shows a seated mother and child flanked by two standing angels, all painted with visible, confident brushwork that creates subtle texture across the paint surface. The colors and layered strokes give a tactile sense of depth and age without any printed reproduction marks. This one-of-a-kind work would make a distinctive addition to a collector’s vintage religious art selection. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 80 × 82 cm (31.5 × 32.3 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€307
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Expressive Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Yellow Flower" Original Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a dense cluster of flowers rendered in warm reds, pinks and bright yellows. The image shows visible, lively brushstrokes and a textured paint surface that gives the petals a tactile presence. The work is presented within a layered, aged frame and linen liner that complements the canvas. This one-of-a-kind piece will bring a rich, vintage charm to any collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 25 × 30 cm (9.8 × 11.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€207
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Authentic Landscape Oil Painting "Old Castle" Expressive Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century depicts a cluster of steep slate roofs, spires and a riverside building rendered in soft, muted tones. The scene is painted on canvas with visible brushwork across the sky and roof surfaces, giving a gentle textured patina to the paint. Colors are layered simply yet clearly, showing small architectural details like arched windows and an arched gate. One of a kind, this vintage work offers a quiet, collectible presence for a home or gallery. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 46 × 56 cm (18.1 × 22.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€132
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Refined Still Life Oil Painting "Silver Pitcher" Traditional Italian Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind still life. Bright yellow drapery and ripe fruit surround a white pitcher, all set against a deep green background. Visible, energetic brushwork builds rich texture across the surface, with layered strokes that catch the light. The painted signature at the lower corner and the aged patina give this piece clear vintage character for a collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 73 × 63 cm (28.7 × 24.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€721
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Original Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Snowy Cottage" Expressive Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind scene ready for a collector’s wall. The composition shows a snowy landscape with tall leafless trees, a small dark barn or shed, and a flock of sheep led along a snow-covered path. You can see the subtle texture of the paint and delicate brushwork in the tree branches and snow where the canvas surface catches the light. The warm wooden frame complements the muted winter palette and reinforces the piece’s vintage presence. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 68.5 × 48 cm (27.0 × 18.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€187
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Elegant Landscape Oil Painting "Sunlit Trees" Vintage Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century captures a quiet woodland clearing with tall trees and a sunlit meadow. The surface shows visible, tactile brushwork and rich layers of paint that catch the light. Deep greens and warm golds are applied in confident, textured strokes that create a sense of depth and atmosphere. One of a kind, this piece will bring vintage charm and painterly presence to any collector’s wall. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 50 × 39 cm (19.7 × 15.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€236
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Authentic Landscape Oil Painting "Gilded Frame" Classic Spanish Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century shows a tranquil landscape with distant mountains, a shoreline, and two twisting trees in the foreground. Visible brushwork and layered paint create swirling skies and textured foliage that catch the light. The scene includes small figures by the water and delicate highlights on leaves and trunks, all rendered with confident strokes. This one-of-a-kind work has a warm, aged palette and a richly worked paint surface that will stand out in any 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 :)
€171
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Detailed Landscape Oil Painting "Two Figures" Refined Small Art
This authentic, hand‑painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century shows a sunlit countryside path with two small figures, trees, distant hills and a hint of water under a soft, clouded sky. The surface reveals visible brushwork and layered paint texture, especially in the foliage and sky. The gilt, carved frame complements the warm tones and the canvas shows the artist's hand rather than a print. This one‑of‑a‑kind work makes a charming addition to a collector's set of vintage landscapes. 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 :)
€183
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Detailed Seascape Oil Painting "Ornate Frame" Authentic Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century captures a lakeside village with distant mountains, sailboats, and a warm shoreline dwelling. The visible surface shows layered paint and delicate brushwork in the sky and water, with subtle texture where the artist built up clouds and reflections. Rich, aged tones remain in both the scene and the ornate carved frame, which bears natural craquelure and wear. One of a kind, this appealing vintage scene will bring a quiet, historic charm to a collector’s display. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 41 × 31 cm (16.1 × 12.2 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€161
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Vintage Portrait Oil Painting "Bearded Man" Rustic Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century depicts an elderly bearded man in a deep red robe and dark cap, rendered against a dark green background. The portrait shows visible, confident brushwork and a textured paint surface, especially in the beard and facial planes. The warm, aged gilt frame with carved ornament complements the rich tones and shows natural wear. This one-of-a-kind work will add character to a serious collector’s cabinet or gallery wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 56 × 65 cm (22.0 × 25.6 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€371
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Classic Portrait Oil Painting "Woman Head" Elegant Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a close-up portrait rendered in warm reds and earthy tones. The composition shows a bowed head with a red hood and visible, expressive brushstrokes across the face and background. Thick paint and textured surfaces are evident, especially in the hair and hood where the impasto highlights movement. As a one-of-a-kind work, it will add a striking, tactile presence to a collector’s ensemble. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 32 × 24 cm (12.6 × 9.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€142
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Detailed Seascape Oil Painting "Sailing Boat" Handcrafted Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and depicts a small sailboat on a calm, grey sea under a clouded sky. The scene is painted with visible, confident brushstrokes that build texture across the water and sky, and the dark tones give the piece a quiet, atmospheric presence. The work is presented in an ornate gilt frame with carved scroll details that echo the painting’s subtle highlights. As a one-of-a-kind original, it will add a distinctive vintage character to any collection. Early 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 :)
€121
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Timeless Portrait Oil Painting "Womans Profile" Rustic Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Early 20th Century and presents a close-up portrait of a downward-turned head in warm, muted tones. The sitter’s dark hair and pale highlight are visible above a softly modeled face, with a vivid orange garment providing a bold contrast. The paint surface shows fine craquelure and subtle, visible brushwork that gives the image a lived-in texture. One of a kind and quietly expressive, this piece would add period character to a thoughtful collection. Early 20th Century. The painting measures 29 × 39 cm (11.4 × 15.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€201
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Original Portrait Oil Painting "Young Woman" Traditional Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Early 20th Century and presents a quietly observed female profile rendered with warm, earthy tones. The image shows a young woman with brown hair and a pale face, painted directly on a wood or panel ground. Visible, confident brushwork and layered paint give the surface a tactile texture that catches the light. As a one-of-a-kind piece, it offers collectors a direct, lived-in presence that would sit naturally in a vintage portrait collection. 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 :)
€152
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Classic Cityscape Oil Painting "Coastal Path" Vintage Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and captures a sunlit coastal village street with palm trees, a few figures, and distant sea and buildings. The scene is rendered in bright, natural colors with visible brushwork and a textured paint surface that adds lively depth to the road and foliage. The composition shows a woman walking toward the viewer, colorful flowers along the path, and simple village architecture under a soft blue sky. This one-of-a-kind work is ready to bring vintage charm and painterly presence to a collector's wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 40 × 51 cm (15.7 × 20.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€249
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Timeless Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Vase" Detailed Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates to the Mid 20th Century and presents a richly colored bouquet in a vase against a warm ochre ground. The composition shows roses, blue and yellow blooms and green leaves rendered with visible, confident brushwork and a slightly textured paint surface. The piece is set within a carved gilt frame that complements the vintage palette. One of a kind, it will add classic charm to a collector’s wall. Mid 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 :)
€204
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Vintage Floral Still Life Oil Painting "Flower Vase" Expressive Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and presents a richly colored bouquet in a blue vase. Visible are layered petals in warm reds, yellows and creams set against a muted background, with fine highlights suggesting careful brushwork. The paint surface shows subtle texture where the flowers and leaves are built up, adding depth to the composition. One of a kind and charming, it will bring vintage character to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 33 × 38 cm (13.0 × 15.0 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 "Sunlit Pathway" Traditional Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a leafy, sunlit avenue rendered in rich greens and warm golden highlights. The scene is built with visible, textured brushwork that creates a layered, almost tactile surface across the foliage and path. Colors and short, expressive strokes suggest depth and dappled light without precise detail, making the view feel immediate and lived-in. As a one-of-a-kind work, it brings vintage charm and painterly presence to any collector's walls. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 52 × 46 cm (20.5 × 18.1 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€422
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Timeless Landscape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Handcrafted Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and presents a lively village scene with trees, buildings and a winding path beside a pond. Visible thick, expressive brushwork and layered paint create a lively texture across the sky, foliage and water. The gilt frame and velvet sightline enhance the warm tones and invite close viewing of the painted surface. This one-of-a-kind work is a singular piece for collectors who appreciate tactile, mid-century landscape painting. Mid 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 :)
€398
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Rustic Animals Oil Painting "Grazing Horses" Classic 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 composition shows several horses set against rolling, colorful hills under a bright sky, painted in vivid, warm tones. Visible impasto and lively brushwork create a textured paint surface that catches the light and emphasizes the artist’s strokes. Framed and ready for display, this piece brings energetic movement and vintage character to any collection. 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 :)
€143
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Elegant Landscape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century presents a lively, textured landscape of layered hills and flowering shrubs rendered in bright greens, reds, yellows and pinks. The artist’s visible brushwork and impasto give the paint surface a tactile, expressive quality that catches the light. Framed and signed at the lower left, the composition shows rocky foreground details and rhythmic bands of color climbing the slopes. This one-of-a-kind work will add vintage charm and painterly energy to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 33 × 25 cm (13.0 × 9.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€171
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Rustic Landscape Oil Painting "Framed Painting" Expressive Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century depicts a calm waterscape with distant treeline, near shore grasses, and two upright poles reflected in the water. The muted sky and soft greens are rendered with visible brushwork and subtle paint texture across the surface. The signed composition sits within a deep, aged gilt frame and retains a one-of-a-kind presence. It will bring a quietly nostalgic touch to a collector’s vintage painting selection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 46 × 33 cm (18.1 × 13.0 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€232
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Authentic Portrait Oil Painting "Young Woman" Elegant Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting dates from the Mid 20th Century and is a one-of-a-kind portrait of a young woman. The composition shows her head and shoulders against a muted, neutral background, with a softly modeled face and downcast eyes. Visible brushwork and layered paint create a textured surface, especially in the hair and collar where impasto and loose strokes are evident. This intimate, finely observed piece would add a singular vintage presence to any collection. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 27 × 20 cm (10.6 × 7.9 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€151
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Vintage Cityscape Oil Painting "Arched Gate" Rustic Italian Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting captures a sunlit street and building facade with a distant green hill under a clear blue sky, clearly rendered in loose, visible strokes. The scene reads as Mid 20th Century and shows a small figure seated to the right beside an arched doorway and detailed balcony railings. Thick brushwork and layered paint create a tactile surface and subtle texture across the architecture and ground. One of a kind, this original work would bring vintage charm and painterly warmth to a collector’s display. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 26 × 35 cm (10.2 × 13.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€121
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Traditional Winter Landscape Oil Painting "Snowy Cabin" Vintage Small Art
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Late 20th Century captures a quiet winter scene with a snow-covered road, tall trees, a small red-roofed cottage, and two figures on a log in the foreground. The visible brushwork and textured paint surface bring lively movement to the snow and leafless branches. Warm autumnal tones of the distant woods contrast with the cool blues of the sky, creating a pleasing balance for a collector. This one-of-a-kind work offers a charming, tangible presence for any intimate collection. Late 20th Century. The painting measures 24 × 30 cm (9.4 × 11.8 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€86
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Classic Seascape Oil Painting "Rock Cliff" Rustic Small Artwork
This authentic, hand-painted, original Oil Painting from the Mid 20th Century shows a rugged cliff and a lone tree set against a clear blue sky. The scene is rendered with lively, textured brushwork and visible impasto on the rock face. Earthy greens and muted browns create a sense of natural depth across the hillside. This one-of-a-kind work will bring a tactile, vintage presence to a collector’s wall. Mid 20th Century. The painting measures 27 × 34 cm (10.6 × 13.4 inches). If a frame is shown in the pictures, the frame is always included with the artwork :)
€96
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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.