Maurice Empi was born in Saint-Étienne in the Loire Valley in France in 1932. In 1949, he enrolled in the Ecole Technique Supérieur de Art et Publicité in Montparnasse, Paris. His professor and friend, Marcel Basler, also an artist, convinced him to abandon his studies in advertising and graphic design to dedicate his life to art. He's never looked back. Empi’s first private exhibition was held in Paris in 1953 and his reputation quickly propelled his work overseas to Stockholm in 1955, London in 1959 and Nagoya and Tokyo in 1971. His works are decidedly collectible and increasing in value as he approaches his mid-80s. Empi's works have been sold at major auction houses worldwide and held in many civic and private collections. His painting themes feature views of Paris and Venice, horse racing, sailing regattas, musicians and their orchestras and French cafés.
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The Parade Ring at the Races, Gouache and Pastel, Signed, 1970s
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'The Parade Ring at the Races', gouache and pastel on art paper, by Maurice Empi (circa 1970s). The Parade Ring, otherwise known as the paddock, is the pla...
Paper, Pastel, Gouache
$4,500
Mid-20th Century Abstract Oil Painting titled "Breton Harbor, Massachussets"
By Maurice EMPI
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
Breton Harbor by Maurice Empi is a striking mid-century harbor scene that captures the energy, rhythm, and atmosphere of a bustling coastal port through a bold expressionist lens. Pa...
Canvas, Oil
$1,275
H 33 in W 27 in D 2 in
Vintage American Modernist Signed Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
This mid-century abstract composition employs a dynamic interplay of geometric planes and gestural brushwork, rendered in a vibrant yet balanced palette of pastel pinks, acid yellow...
Canvas, Oil
$995
H 32 in W 37 in D 2 in
Vintage American Modernist Signed Abstract Expressionist Figural Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract expressionist figural painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed.
Canvas, Oil
"Beautiful Mantra" Abstract Geometric Grid in Pastel Colors
By Kevin Snipes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Beautiful Manta" is an original piece by Kevin Snipes made from ink, gouache, pastel, and acrylic on paper. This piece measures 8.25”h x 6”w and is signed en verso. Kevin Snipes (h...
Paper, Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Pastel
$2,650
H 40 in W 30 in
Before the Rain, Abstract Landscape Painting, Oil on Canvas, 40x30
By Betty Efferson
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Before the Rain I & II are a pair of paintings that flow into each other featuring dreary waters, lush lily pads, and lively koi. While the colors are a bit on the gloomy side,...
Canvas, Oil
$675
H 8 in W 15 in D 2 in
Antique American School Abstract Expressionist Nature-scape Gilt Framed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early American school modernist abstract landscape. Oil on canvas. Nicely framed.
Canvas, Oil
Trees Park Slope
By Harriet Holden Nash
Located in Buffalo, NY
Harriet was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and lived with her husband in Park Slope for over 35 years. She attended the Brooklyn Museum School at...
Canvas, Oil
$1,768
H 18.51 in W 13.39 in D 0.89 in
Framed Art Nouveau Period Painting A Greek Love Affair Theseus And Ariadne
By Antoine Calbet
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Follower of Antoine Calbet. French ( b.1860 - d.1944 ). Theseus and Ariadne, Circa 1890 - 1910. Mixed Media. Watercolour, Gouache & Pastel Image size 16.5 inches x 11.2 inches ( ...
Paper, Pastel, Watercolor, Gouache
$975
H 48 in W 40 in D 2 in
Large Signed Vintage American Modernist Abstract Southwest Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist abstract oil painting. Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed verso. Image size, 32H by 38L.
Canvas, Oil
$2,800
H 40 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
Danger Contemporary Representational Art Landscape Canadian artist Moody
By Marie Rioux
Located in Houston, TX
Danger is Contemporary Representational Art of a Canadian Landscape with a twist of Abstract. Gallery Wrapped. “Whatever my particular aim is, ...
Oil, Cotton Canvas
Landscape With Blooming Trees Work On Paper
By Paul Emile Pissarro
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Landscape with Blooming Trees Paul-Emile Pissarro 1884-1972 French Paper size 9.5x12.5 under glass framed 12x16x1 signed, very good condition. The backi...
Paper, Pastel, Gouache
$10,750
H 48 in W 72 in D 1.5 in
Bright Colorful Contemporary Oil Painting Abstract Cityscape Female Artist
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unique, contemporary, colorful, city scape oil painting. Title: descent This one of a kind sky-view abstract city painting incorporates both gentle pastels and sharp, dark blues and...
Canvas, Oil
$2,250
H 18 in W 20 in
'Venice', French Impressionist, Paris, École des Beaux-Arts, Venetian Vedute
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower left, 'Bonnaure' for Alain Bonnaure (French, born 1941) and painted circa 1995. When he was a young artist, Alain Bonnaure's work was purchased by the renowned French p...
Pastel, Gouache, Laid Paper
The Final Stretch
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'The Final Stretch', pastel on weighted art paper, by Maurice Empi (circa 1980s). One can almost feel the excitement of the horse race from this exuberant and colourful work of art. ...
Paper, Pastel
The Orchestra
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'The Orchestra', oil on canvas, by Maurice Empi (1990). Empi's paintings are colourful, uplifting and even inspiring. This one is no exception. A French ...
Canvas, Oil
Bouquet de Fleurs
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'Bouquet de Fleurs', oil on canvas, by Maurice Empi (circa 1970s). A stunning still life with pitcher nourishing a virtual rainbow of coloured flower...
Canvas, Oil
Spinnakers Out - La Trinité Regatta
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'Spinnakers out at La Trinité Regatta', gouache on paper, by Maurice Empi (circa 1970s). A horn signals the 15 minute countdown to the start of the regatta. The moments that lead up ...
Paper, Gouache
A Day at the Races
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'A Day at the Races', oil on canvas (1991), by Maurice Empi (1933 - ). One can almost feel the excitement of the horse race from this exuberant and c...
Canvas, Oil
Deauville Racecourse
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'Deauville Racecourse', oil on canvas (circa 1960s), by Maurice Empi (b. 1933). A recurring theme in Empi's work comes from his love of the horse races - the colours, the crowds and ...
Canvas, Oil
Longchamp Racecourse Paris
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'Longchamp Racecourse Paris', oil on canvas (circa 1960s), by Maurice Empi (1933 - ). A recurring theme in Empi's work comes from his love of the horse races - the colours, the ...
Canvas, Oil
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H 22.84 in W 26.19 in
'Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace' by Maurice Empi, London c. 1960s
By Maurice EMPI
Located in London, GB
'Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace', oil on canvas (circa 1960s), by Maurice Empi (born 1933). Empi loved to paint views of Paris and Venice. Thi...
Canvas, Oil
Still Life with Fish
By Maurice EMPI
Located in Summit, NJ
Bright and happy still life with gorgeous colors. Magenta and blue colored fish, a white and gray ceramic platter, gorgeous green and blue tones, teal, orange, green, brown and a br...
Oil, Board