It has long been noted that man’s interest in creating Art is one of our key differences from other species. It teaches us, guides us and inspires us in equal measure and there are few homes in this world which don’t have some form of Art on display. Although artwork is often influenced by fashions, the skill and messages contained are usually timeless. Today the Art market is as vibrant as ever, not only for contemporary pieces and those from the post 1950s, but also for Antique and Vintage paintings as well. We are possibly far less judgemental than ever before being just as happy to display an interesting print as a finished master. Of course for their skill and depth old oil paintings remain popular whether depicting a landscape, portrait or still life, and add an air of maturity wherever they are hung. For the less formal space watercolours are great for their spontaneity and lightness and prints are perfect to add your individual personality.
At Loveantiques we have a fine selection of Antique and Vintage paintings all from reputable dealers who understand what makes an artwork special.
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'Keeping Warm' Original 20th Century Post-impressionist Watercolour Portrait Painting
£ 189
'Keeping Warm' Original 20th Century Post-impressionist Watercolour Portrait Painting
£ 189
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Salisbury Antiques Centre
Watercolour by Claude Harrison
£ 800
£ 489
James Stephen Gresley (1829-1908) Fine 19th Century Circular Oil Portrait Painting
£ 489
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21st Century Gallery
Original Watercolour 'Reclining Nude' by James Gorman (1931-2005) Signed & Dated 77 - Provenance; The Artists Studio
£ 80
Original Watercolour 'Reclining Nude' by James Gorman (1931-2005) Signed & Dated 77 - Provenance; The Artists Studio
£ 80
21st Century Gallery
Lefays Fine Arts
Irene Klestova (1908-1989) Still Life of Roses Oil on Board
£ 1,495
21st Century Gallery
2 Original Pen & Ink Drawings by Anthony Benjamin (1931-2002). Both Works Are Studio Stamped on the Reverse c.1965
£ 140
2 Original Pen & Ink Drawings by Anthony Benjamin (1931-2002). Both Works Are Studio Stamped on the Reverse c.1965
£ 140
21st Century Gallery
CS & T Ornate Objects & Furniture
Large Tapestry Style Velvet Picture in Large Wooden Frame
£ 895
Large Tapestry Style Velvet Picture in Large Wooden Frame
£ 895
CS & T Ornate Objects & Furniture
£ 465
William Rand Antiques
Oil Painting of Kittens by Bessie Bamber 1923
£ 800
Anthea's Attic
Antique Pre-raphaelite Style Oil Painting Portrait Study of a Gentleman Reading to a Damsel
£ 750
Antique Pre-raphaelite Style Oil Painting Portrait Study of a Gentleman Reading to a Damsel
£ 750
Anthea's Attic
Lambert & Co.
Framed Gouache Study by Alan Lambirth RBA
£ 375
£ 850
Large Magnificent 17th Century Style Still Life of Fruit & Flowers Oil Painting
£ 850
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£ 339
Very Fine Original Vintage Still Life Floral Study Oil on Panel Painting
£ 339
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£ 299
Superb 18th Century Style Dutch Canal Maritime Oil on Panel Painting Gilt Frame
£ 299
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£ 299
Superb 18th Century Style Dutch Canal Landscape Oil on Panel Painting Gilt Frame
£ 299
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£ 379
Elegant Exhibition Quality 20th Century Ballerina Oil Portrait Painting
£ 379
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Artsonline.org.uk
S.S Albatross, London - 19th Century Maritime Merchant Steam Ship Watercolour Painting
£ 449
S.S Albatross, London - 19th Century Maritime Merchant Steam Ship Watercolour Painting
£ 449
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£ 385
£ 225
£ 175
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
French School Oil Portrait by Joseph Mathias Negelen (1792-1870)
£ 895
French School Oil Portrait by Joseph Mathias Negelen (1792-1870)
£ 895
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
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Beautiful Mid Century Impasto Country Farmland Landscape Painting
£ 290
£ 1,490
Very Large Impressive Oil Portrait Painting of Distinguished Society Gentleman
£ 1,490
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant
Oil Painting HMS Vanguard Battleship by George Cummings
£ 2,500
Oil Painting HMS Vanguard Battleship by George Cummings
£ 2,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant
Cheshire Antiques Consultant
Impressionist Oil Painting Ballerina by Igor Talwinski
£ 2,500
Prometheus Antiques
Oil Painting Portrait of Napoleon
£ 395
£ 489
Large Gilt Framed Vintage Antique British Autumn Landscape Oil Painting
£ 489
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21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Paper 'Roof Tops and a Hot Sky, Greece' by Ian Black (1929-2017) Signed - Provenance; The Artists Studio c.1980
£ 550
Original Oil on Paper 'Roof Tops and a Hot Sky, Greece' by Ian Black (1929-2017) Signed - Provenance; The Artists Studio c.1980
£ 550
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Board 'Coastal Scene' by Doreen Heaton (1930-2014) Provenance; The Artist c.1975
£ 275
Original Oil on Board 'Coastal Scene' by Doreen Heaton (1930-2014) Provenance; The Artist c.1975
£ 275
21st Century Gallery
Elder Books & Collectables
1780 Pair of Rare Botanical Engravings by Giorgio Bonelli Framed + Hand Coloured
£ 400
1780 Pair of Rare Botanical Engravings by Giorgio Bonelli Framed + Hand Coloured
£ 400
Elder Books & Collectables
21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Board 'Fishing Boat' by Doreen Heaton (1930-2014). Framed. c.1975
£ 225
Original Oil on Board 'Fishing Boat' by Doreen Heaton (1930-2014). Framed. c.1975
£ 225
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Tempera Painting on Panel 'The Workshop' by Colleen Farr. b.1930. Signed and Framed. c.1970
£ 225
Original Tempera Painting on Panel 'The Workshop' by Colleen Farr. b.1930. Signed and Framed. c.1970
£ 225
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Board 'Travelling up the Estuary' by Doreen Heaton (1930-2014). Framed. c.1975
£ 200
Original Oil on Board 'Travelling up the Estuary' by Doreen Heaton (1930-2014). Framed. c.1975
£ 200
21st Century Gallery
Adam Wylie Antiques
Oil Painting by David Cedric Morris - Dieppe Harbour
£ 595
Henley Street Antiques
Original Oil Painting - Battle of Waterloo
£ 500
Elder Books & Collectables
The Costumes of Yorkshire Pair of Hand Coloured Aquatints Dated 1814 Framed
£ 130
The Costumes of Yorkshire Pair of Hand Coloured Aquatints Dated 1814 Framed
£ 130
Elder Books & Collectables
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Set of Colour 1960s Pin Ups
£ 265
£ 390
Follower: Sir Edwin Landseer RA (1802-1873) Original Charcoal & Gouache Painting
£ 390
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Henley Street Antiques
Late 1800s Chinese Qing Dynasty Painting
£ 250
Graham Reed Fine Art
Hubert Freeth Watercolour - The Lying in State of Sir Winston Churchill
£ 1,250
Hubert Freeth Watercolour - The Lying in State of Sir Winston Churchill
£ 1,250
Graham Reed Fine Art
How can I tell if my Artwork is valuable?
As we all know certain artworks can be very valuable depending on the artist who created it. While most of us don’t pretend to have an original Monet hung on the wall, it is surprising how much even decorative paintings can be worth. While art valuations can take a lifetime to master and showing your piece to a specialist advisable, there are still ways to do some initial assessment yourself. The first thing of course is to check for a signature or details recorded on the back. It is easy to conduct research if so but even if the piece is unmarked then specialists will often be able to attribute your piece to a particular artist or school just by looking. The work of unknown amateur artists tends to be based on its aesthetic appeal and skill employed. As decorative pieces they are usually only worth a few hundred pounds at most. The financial value really only goes up when the piece can be attributed to professional artists who were influential in their day.
It is of course worth checking that your artwork is an original and not a copy (although limited edition prints can still be quite valuable). Copies will only be of decorative value. There are lots of resources on the internet which can help you begin to attribute and value your piece, but the research may take time.
Where can I buy Vintage Art Online?
There are more places than ever online to buy Vintage Art but it is important to ensure you are buying from a reputable place as copies, mis-representations and forgeries are sadly common. It is also important to consider the cost of postage if buying online and especially from overseas. Because artwork can be easily damaged some carriers will not offer compensation and with careful packing the price of shipping may be prohibitive. At LoveAntiques our reputable art dealers will usually arrange postage or delivery for you and will be able to offer assurances about attribution as well.
How do I sell antique art?
Just like buying art, there are many places to sell it as well. Auction houses are a common route for most people as the Auction House will take over the responsibility of describing the piece accurately and ensuring the right collectors view it. You can also offer it to our dealers at LoveAntiques who may be interested in it for their stock. It is worth being realistic about the value when selling. Since art is very much about personal taste and setting there is rarely a firm price for any collectable. If choosing to sell yourself then it is important to be accurate about the condition and any suspected attribution.
Is vintage art popular?
Vintage art from the 1950s onwards is extremely popular right now. The look and techniques seem to appeal to our modern aesthetic, more so than the older more traditional pieces which were more popular some years ago. Currently we enjoy unusual, humorous and thoughtful pieces which make bold statements on our understated walls and interiors. Because these pieces are still relatively recent there are proportionally more around than older works, so values for bland pieces remain low while interesting or iconic pieces are high. Also their age makes research on vintage art far more fruitful and enjoyable than much older pieces.