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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With a red dog
Sasha Katinauskiene
Painting - 70 x 40 x 3 cm Painting - 27.6 x 15.7 x 1.2 inch
€1,000 €900
From the cycle Winter ll
Zivile Rudzikaite Matuzoniene
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
€1,290
From the cycle Winter lll
Zivile Rudzikaite Matuzoniene
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
€1,140
From the cycle Winter Vll
Zivile Rudzikaite Matuzoniene
Painting - 110 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 43.3 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
€1,290
Nuances de gris
Valérie Zimmermann (Anna Mya Zimmer)
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€2,450
5 "Coca Cola" Bottles III
Artash Hakobyan
Painting - 60 x 90 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch
€1,800
The walking stone
Benoît Mauduech
Painting - 110 x 200 x 3 cm Painting - 43.3 x 78.7 x 1.2 inch
€6,100
La fuerza de la fragilidad
Sandra Renzi
Painting - 80 x 100 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch
€4,000
This is for you 1
Sergey Bondarev
Painting - 100 x 90 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 35.4 x 0.8 inch
€14,900
Signora cattiva
Sergey Bondarev
Painting - 205 x 110 x 2 cm Painting - 80.7 x 43.3 x 0.8 inch
€24,000
Fondazione Prada 2
Sergey Bondarev
Painting - 40 x 50 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 19.7 x 0.8 inch
€3,500
Prominences of the outgoing summer
Victor Sheleg
Painting - 100 x 150 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 59.1 x 1 inch
€15,500
La Douceur de Vivre
Valérie Zimmermann (Anna Mya Zimmer)
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€2,450
La petite fille de Jérusalem
Eveline Weil
Painting - 60 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€1,950
Floral Diptych original oil paintings, Fuchsia Diptych
Kathleen Ney
Painting - 35.6 x 55.9 x 1.3 cm Painting - 14 x 22 x 0.5 inch
€1,322
The decision
Ricardo Fabián Bertona
Painting - 60 x 50 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 1.6 inch
€1,458
Brume aux champs
Cathie Berthon
Painting - 100 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
€1,800
Doux soleil d'automne
Brigitte Di Scala
Painting - 70 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 27.6 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
€1,800
L'Endormie
Valérie Zimmermann (Anna Mya Zimmer)
Painting - 80 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
€2,350
By the side of the river
Ricardo Fabián Bertona
Painting - 80 x 120 x 1 cm Painting - 31.5 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch
€2,005
Reflections in my way
Ricardo Fabián Bertona
Painting - 80 x 120 x 1 cm Painting - 31.5 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch
€2,279
The room of dreams
Ricardo Fabián Bertona
Painting - 110 x 110 x 1 cm Painting - 43.3 x 43.3 x 0.4 inch
€4,922
I need your friendship so much
Dasha Pogodina
Painting - 115 x 95 x 2 cm Painting - 45.3 x 37.4 x 0.8 inch
€3,200
I have the horse. Am I a knight?
Dasha Pogodina
Painting - 115 x 95 x 2 cm Painting - 45.3 x 37.4 x 0.8 inch
€3,200
Relaxing with a glass wine
Stanislav Lazarov
Painting - 40 x 70 x 2 cm Painting - 15.7 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch
€580
The Baseball Player
Milburn-Foster
Painting - 100 x 81 x 1.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.9 x 0.6 inch
€6,800
Dawning Contours
Zakhar Shevchuk
Painting - 81 x 110 x 0.3 cm Painting - 31.9 x 43.3 x 0.1 inch
€2,400
White Square Nude
Zakhar Shevchuk
Painting - 110 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 43.3 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch
€2,200
Seated Nude in Profile
Zakhar Shevchuk
Painting - 73 x 53 x 0.5 cm Painting - 28.7 x 20.9 x 0.2 inch
€1,050
Blue Chroma
Jose Ricardo Contreras Gonzalez
Painting - 30 x 25 x 0.3 cm Painting - 11.8 x 9.8 x 0.1 inch
€638
Blushing Muse in Scarlet Gloves
Kristina Mallen
Painting - 90 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 35.4 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
€2,500
Madame with two moles
Kristina Mallen
Painting - 31 x 23 x 1 cm Painting - 12.2 x 9.1 x 0.4 inch
€500
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Love and Flowers - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Africa, Women
Taiwo Odejinmi
Painting - 91.4 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 24 x 1 inch
€2,233
Impossible behaviour - 9
Galya Popova
Fine Art Drawings - 90 x 70 x 0.2 cm Fine Art Drawings - 35.4 x 27.6 x 0.1 inch
€1,600
