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Figurative Paintings

Figurative paintings hold a prominent place in contemporary art, blending traditional techniques with modern influences. Unlike abstract art, they depict recognizable subjects—portraits, landscapes, and everyday scenes—while incorporating innovative stylistic elements. Many contemporary figurative artists push the boundaries of this genre, exploring current themes and diverse techniques. Notable painters such as Eric Fischl, Elizabeth Peyton, Liu Xiaodong, and Jenny Saville bring new dimensions to figurative painting through narrative depth and expressive approaches.

Modern figurative artworks showcase a wide range of styles and mediums, from oil paintings to mixed-media canvases. Some artists embrace a hyperrealistic approach, capturing intricate details with photographic precision, while others favor a looser, more expressive aesthetic influenced by pop art, contemporary expressionism, and street art.

In interior design, figurative paintings are highly sought after for their emotional depth and storytelling power. Whether it's a striking portrait, an urban scene full of movement, or a reinterpreted landscape, these pieces add character and dimension to any space. More and more art collectors and enthusiasts are drawn to figurative contemporary art, captivated by its ability to establish a direct and powerful connection with the viewer.

The demand for figurative paintings continues to grow, fueled by major art fairs and influential galleries worldwide. Constantly evolving, this artistic style reflects societal changes and contemporary concerns while remaining deeply rooted in classical painting traditions. Investing in a figurative painting means acquiring a timeless and emotionally resonant piece, where every brushstroke tells a unique story.

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Painting, Blue 32, Anthony Dunphy

Blue 32

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 0.8 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Juicy, Anthony Dunphy

Juicy

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 0.8 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Bulls Eye, Anthony Dunphy

Bulls Eye

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 0.8 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Gorilla, Anthony Dunphy

Gorilla

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 0.8 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Open Gate, Anthony Dunphy

Open Gate

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 40.6 x 50.8 x 0.8 cm Painting - 16 x 20 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Monarch, Anthony Dunphy

Monarch

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 50.8 x 40.6 x 0.8 cm Painting - 20 x 16 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Balcony, Anthony Dunphy

Balcony

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 40.6 x 50.8 x 0.8 cm Painting - 16 x 20 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Harvest, Anthony Dunphy

Harvest

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 40.6 x 50.8 x 0.8 cm Painting - 16 x 20 x 0.3 inch

€767

Painting, Beach Car, Anthony Dunphy

Beach Car

Anthony Dunphy

Painting - 30.5 x 40.6 x 5.1 cm Painting - 12 x 16 x 2 inch

€775

Painting, Bird, Jorge Dávalos

Bird

Jorge Dávalos

Painting - 49 x 61 cm Painting - 19.3 x 24 inch

€1,100

Painting, GA32, Stefano Mazzolini

GA32

Stefano Mazzolini

Painting - 35 x 30 x 1 cm Painting - 13.8 x 11.8 x 0.4 inch

€400

Painting, Le roi dec, Stephane LMBD

Le roi dec

Stephane LMBD

Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch

€2,000

Painting, Grandpa, Stephane LMBD

Grandpa

Stephane LMBD

Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch

€2,000

Painting, Shyness, Bel Mur

Shyness

Bel Mur

Painting - 119.9 x 119.9 x 24.9 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 9.8 inch

€4,656

Painting, Bold, Zakhar Shevchuk

Bold

Zakhar Shevchuk

Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch

€1,300

Painting, Regard profond, Christy

Regard profond

Christy

Painting - 40 x 30 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 11.8 x 0.8 inch

€780

Painting, What?, Juffrouw Springtouw

What?

Juffrouw Springtouw

Painting - 50 x 40 x 2 cm Painting - 19.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

€950

Painting, Motherhood 2, Omonu Salisu

Motherhood 2

Omonu Salisu

Painting - 137.2 x 111.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 54 x 44 x 1 inch

€1,483

Painting, Black Beauty, Kum Cletus

Black Beauty

Kum Cletus

Painting - 100.1 x 80 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 1 inch

€2,272

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