Early 18th Century Figurative Paintings

Early 18th-Century Italian Venetian Portrait Painting on Glass This wonderful early 18th-century portrait of a lady holding a small dog is a classic example of reverse glass painting...

This atmospheric 18th century oil depicts Venus the Roman goddess of love and her winged son Cupid. Unsigned. Beautifully presented in a Dutch style frame. On panel. Image size: 21 x...

Portrait of a Nobleman, English School Oil Painting, Early 18th Century English School, early 18th century oil on canvas, unframed Canvas: 38.5 x 33 inches Provenance: private col...

The Madonna, Christ Child and St. John Italian Old Master, circa 1700's period oil painting on canvas, unframed Canvas: 28.5 x 24 inches conditon: overall very good for its age, a fe...

A remarkable 18th-century Cuzco School painting of Saint Isidore (c.1070-1130), a Spanish agricultural labourer venerated as the patron saint of farmers and of Madrid. He was canonis...

Circle of Jean Baptiste Vanmour (French, 1671–1737) Portraits of a Moorish Prince and Princess c. 1700 Pair of oil paintings on canvas, unsigned framed in carved gilt wood frames D...

Portrait of a Lady English School, 18th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 31 x 25 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: good and sound condition

Workshop of Sebastiano Ricci (Belluno 1659 - Venice 1734) - Adoration of the Shepherds. 55 x 43 cm (without frame) - 77 x 62 cm (with frame). Oil on canvas, in an ornate carved an...

Portrait of a Noble Lady French School, early 1700's period oil painting on copper, unframed copper: 5 x 3 inches condition: very good, minor paint fading and deteriation. provenanc...

French School, circa 1720's circle of Nicolas Lancret (1690-1743) oil painting on canvas 15 x 23 inches provenance: private collection, UK Fine depic...

The Military Encampment Circle of Carel van Falens (1683-1733, Flemish) oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 8 x 10.5 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: very good and so...

Magnificent Italian painting from the first half of the 18th century. This oil on canvas artwork depicts the biblical episode of Moses driving the shepherds from the well of Midian. ...

Como pueden apreciar, la obra no va firmada Se presenta enmarcada la obra con un marco del siglo xix en madera estucada y policromada (el marco presenta algún leve descolche) El es...

Como pueden apreciar, la obra no va firmada Se presenta enmarcada la obra con un marco del siglo xix en madera estucada y policromada (el marco presenta algún leve descolche) El es...

This atmospheric 18th-century Dutch School genre scene by the artist Elchanon Leonardus Verveer (1826-1900) depicts a lady sitting before a fireplace, warming her hands by the glow o...

Italian painter (18th century) - The Fruit Seller. 70.5 x 58.5 cm (without frame) - 88.5 x 75.5 cm (with frame). Oil on canvas, in a carved wood frame (not signed). The painting d...

Portrait of a Noble Lady French, circa 1730-1750 period Circle of Philippe Mercier (French, 1689-1760) unsigned oil on canvas, framed framed: 38 x 30 inches canvas: 36 x 28 inches P...

This stunning 18th-century Flemish religious scene portrays the entombment of Christ, capturing the solemn moment his lifeless body is carried into the tomb by devoted followers. Cha...

An accomplished 18th century devotional portrait of Jesus Christ, gazing upwards, with a crown of thorns. The religious portrait has been beautifully presented in a giltwood frame wi...

Italian Madonna, early 18th Century, probably Genovese. Beautiful color palette. Not signed.

Nicolas de LARGILLIERRE (Paris 1656 - 1746) Portrait of Louis-Urbain Le Peletier, Marquis de Rosanbo, Master of Requests (1662-1730) Oil on canvas H. 75 cm; L. 60 cm Unsigned Proven...

18th Century French Rococò Painting An oil on panel painting attributed to the great French artist of the eighth century, Jean Ra...

Moses Striking Water from the Rock; Circle of Pietro Dandini, Italian 1646-1712 Italian School, late 17th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 3...

Artist/ School: Italian Old Master, 18th century Title: Angel and Saints appearing to figures, one dressed in a white ruff collar. Medium: oil on canvas...

A fine and delicately painted genre scene depicting three musicians in convivial company, two playing a fiddle and the other a lute, set within the warm interior of a tavern or inn. ...

This evocative 18th-century religious painting depicts the Holy Family enveloped in a radiant golden light. Executed in the tradition of the Italian masters, it demonstrates a master...

The Madonna, with a crown upon her head, holds the baby Jesus as both return the viewer's gaze. Unsigned. On canvas on stretchers.

Roman painter (18th century) - Landscape with Wayfarers. 43.5 x 34.5 cm (without frame) - 58.5 x 49.5 cm (with frame). Oil on canvas, in carved and gilded wooden frame (not signed)...

La pintura representa a la Virgen María por su iconografía tradicional. Viste un manto azul verdoso que cubre su cabeza y hombros, y una túnica rosada con detalles en tonos claros. S...

Artist/ School: English School, circa 1740's Title: Portrait of a Lady, traditionally identified as 'Anne of Chesterfield'. Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed Size: painting: ...

This 18th century devotional painting depicts the biblical scene of Christ's agony in the Garden of Gethsemane, with three disciples sleeping in the foreground whilst Jesus prays alo...

An early eighteenth-century, Italian baroque figural oil showing a group of cherubs or Amorini grouped together before red velvet drapes, one reclining on a wooden cross and wearing ...

Marco Ricci (Belluno 1676 - Venice 1730) - Idyllic Landscape with River and Mill. 44 x 60 cm (without frame) - 57 x 74 cm (with frame). Oil on canvas, in carved and gilded wooden f...

Carel VAN FALENS (Attributed to) Antwerp, 1683 – Paris, 1733 Oil on canvas 12.7 x 20.3 cm (17.8 x 25.4 cm with frame) Trace of signature in the center above the horse's head "V F." (...

Two Arcadic Landscapes are a couple of original oil paintings by a follower of the Flemish artist, Jan Frans Van Bloemen (1662-1749). These old master's original paintings represen...

Signed and dated to the lower left. Presented in a swept gilt frame with acanthus ornamentation. On canvas. Image size: 42 x 52cm.

Enoch Seeman Canvas Size: 30 x 25" (76 x 62cm) Outside Frame Size: 37 x 32" (92 x 80cm) 1694-1744 He was born in Danzig, now Gdansk, Poland, around 1694. His father, also Enoch...

Pair of large painting oil on canvas with the Wedding Feast of Bacchus and Ariadne scene . Italy 18' century . Amazing landscape background and roman Temple with classical archite...

A lively eighteenth-century genre scene, in which two men support their companion, who stumbles back against them in intoxicated revelry. Presented in a vintage gilt-effect frame. Un...

This atmospheric pastoral landscape depicts a drover guiding cattle and goats through a gentle stream beside a dramatic rock face. The painting presents an idealised, sun-drenched vi...

A fine 18th century ink and wash drawing by an unknown hand depicting Parthamasiris, King of Armenia in a scene from Ancient Rome, likely a monument or relief sculpture. In 113 CE, ...

Philippe de CHAMPAIGNE (1602-1674), follower of (possibly a pupil) Madonna with child Oil on canvas Dimensions: 70x55 cm (with frame: 88x72 cm). In good condition, relined, professi...

This exquisite painting, resembling a precious jewel, serves as an exceptional illustration of the devotional cabinet paintings created by Giuseppe Maria Crespi, a highly original Bolognese artist during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Crespi's distinctiveness extended beyond his unique style and technique to the subjects he chose to portray. While his portraits and genre paintings often displayed a light-hearted and even irreverent tone, his treatment of religious themes resonated with deep emotion, even in its most inventive forms. This recently uncovered work by Crespi is a typical representation, invoking the tender connection between mother and child, and the Child's destiny, all within a compact and intimate format. Executed on a small scale, the painting showcases Crespi's remarkable sensitivity and mastery of paint, especially evident in the expressive brushwork of the drapery. The restrained and focused composition of the Holy Family allows for contemplation of the figures. Mary cradles the Christ child gently, seemingly presenting him to the viewer, her gaze knowing as the infant holds a diminutive cross, symbolizing his future crucifixion. Joseph appears in the background, emerging from the left side of the frame, gazing upward with folded hands in prayer. Individual motifs from this painting reappear in other works by Crespi, suggesting a synthesis of familiar elements into a vibrant composition. The artist's revisitation of designs throughout his career is evident, and this painting on copper likely belongs to a later period, reflecting stylistic ties to other works and Crespi's increased production of smaller devotional pieces. Distinguished by its cool palette, bold coloration, and the expressive force of the artist's hand, this Holy Family painting...

A charming 18th-century interior scene by the Flemish artist Jan Baptist Lambrechts (1680-1731) depicting a husband and wife with their servant. Beautifully presented in an ornate pa...

A charming 18th-century interior scene by the Flemish artist Jan Baptist Lambrechts (1680-1731) depicting an affluent husband and wife duo with their servant busy behind them. Beauti...

A lively late 18th-century genre scene in which a woman sits at a fruit stall as another lady browses the plethora of produce on offer. Beside her, a small girl sits playing with her...

A striking devotional work depicting St. Francis of Assisi in ecstasy, executed in oil. The figure wears the brown Franciscan habit with corded belt, immediately identifying him as F...

David Teniers the Younger (1610-1690) Follower of A Peasant Removing a Plaster: The Sense of Touch signed T on the table oil on panel panel size 7,20 x 5,55 inches (18,3 x 14,4 cm)...

Escuela colonial mejicana; siglo XVIII. “San Antonio con el Niño”. Óleo sobre tabla. Medidas: 28 x 21 cm. Gran pieza para coleccionistas de arte religioso de calidad San Antonio de P...

US buyers pay no import tariffs on this item. This exquisite and exceedingly rare early 18th-century Russian Staurotek icon depicts The Crucifixion of Christ with an assemblage of s...

A lively rural scene unfolds with a woman selling cabbages by the roadside on the left, whilst on the right, a traveller on horseback asks another man for directions. Unsigned. On ca...

Gaspare Diziani (Belluno, Italy, 1689 - Venice, Italy, 1767) Title: Venus with Cupid Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: without frame 50 x 98 cm - with frame 64 x 112 cm Not signed Gi...

Artist/ School: Dutch School, early 1700's. Title: Elegant Court Figures at a Musical Soiree. Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed. Size: painting: 40 x 49.5 inches Provenanc...

Matteo Bonechi (Florence, Italy, 1669 - Florence, Italy, 1756) Title: Presentation of Jesus Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: without frame 75 x 49 cm – with frame 89.5 x 65 cm Shaped, carved and gilded wooden box frame Not signed Expertise by Sandro Bellesi, Professor and art historian Fairs: The International Biennial of Antiques in Florence 2022 (BIAF, Biennale Internazionale dell’Antiquariato di Firenze) Publications: Bozzetti, modelletti, sketches: dalla collezione di Giorgio Baratti (From the Giorgio Baratti Collection) curated by Anna Orlando, Agnese Marengo and Annalisa Scarpa, Genova, 2022, pp. 20, 21. The present painting is a very interesting testimony of the creative process of Matteo Bonechi, one of the leading artists on the Tuscan art scene in the early 18th century. The canvas in question is in fact the last preparatory model made by Bonechi before he executed an altarpiece for the church of San Filippo Neri in Cortona in 1716. The scene presented here is that of the Presentation of Jesus, when, forty days after his birth, the child is ransomed through an offering in the temple and placed in the hands of Simeon, who prophesies his future: the coming of the Messiah...

A remarkable 18th century devotional painting depicting the Holy Family, Mary on the left in flowing white and blue robes, Joseph on the right holding a staff, and the young Christ c...

A charming 17th century Dutch genre painting depicting two figures conversing beside a town well, a quintessential subject from the Golden Age. The composition captures a woman in a ...

A charming 18th-century Dutch genre scene depicting an intimate family moment: a mother and her elder daughter gently guiding the youngest as she takes her first tentative steps. The...

An important 18th century Italian Old Master tempera on copper panel Baroque painting, "The Road to Emmaus", circa 1700. The painting represents the early resurrection biblical story...

Matteo Bonechi (Florence, Italy, 1669 - 1756) Title: Marine Triumph Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: without frame 65 x 80 cm - with frame 85 x 100 cm Not signed Expertise by Profe...

Artist: Antonio Mercurio Amorosi (Comunanza, Italy, 1660 - 1738) Title: Portrait of a little girl with cat Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: without frame 42 x 31.5 cm – with frame 5...