The human fascination with Art is one of the defining traits that sets us apart from other species. Art teaches, guides, and inspires—making it an essential part of how we express ourselves. In fact, it’s rare to find a home without some form of artwork on display.
While art trends may come and go, the craftsmanship and emotion found in Antique and Vintage paintings remain timeless. Today’s art market is thriving—not just for contemporary pieces, but also for classic oil paintings, historic watercolours, and collectible prints.
At LoveAntiques, we celebrate this enduring appeal by offering a curated selection of Antique and Vintage paintings. Whether you're drawn to the depth of a 19th-century landscape, the elegance of a portrait, or the charm of a spontaneous watercolour, our collection has something to suit every taste and space.
We work exclusively with trusted and reputable antique dealers, ensuring that every piece tells a story and meets the highest standards of authenticity and quality.
Explore our collection today to buy Antique and Vintage paintings online—and find artwork that speaks to you.
£ 875
Treasured Timepieces
Collectible Vintage 1960s Paperbark Brooch / Pendant - Signed G Metcalfe
£ 32
Collectible Vintage 1960s Paperbark Brooch / Pendant - Signed G Metcalfe
£ 32
Treasured Timepieces
JMR Antiques Ltd
19th Century English Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Girl with Dog
£ 2,995
JMR Antiques Ltd
19th Century Continental Oil on Canvas Still Life Painting
£ 495
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Gilly Gobinet - Watercolour - Water Lillies
£ 600
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Gilly Gobinet - Watercolour - Boat To Shore
£ 500
Ardgowanart
Summer at the Beach
£ 2,750
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Gilly Gobinet - Pelican - Watercolour on Paper Signed
£ 500
£ 595
Antique Reverse Painting, English, Landscape Art, Picture, Framed, Victorian
£ 595
London Fine Ltd
Ardgowanart
Evening Sunset, The Harbour St Ives
£ 1,450
Ardgowanart
The Harbour St Ives
£ 1,450
Robert Pagden Antiques
Late 18th Century Mezzotint Picture
£ 45
Robert Pagden Antiques
18th Century Mezzotint Picture
£ 45
Robert Pagden Antiques
18th Century Mezzotint Portrait
£ 145
William Rand Antiques
Dutch Still Life Oil Painting Signed LM
£ 225
The Red House Antiques
Impressive 9ct Gold Cameo on Hardstone Pendant Necklace
£ 995
£ 1,495
John Fitz Marshall RBA (British 1859-1932) Still Life Apples and Mouse Oil on Canvas
£ 1,495
Lefays
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sculpture of Guan Yin
£ 360
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Jeanfilip - Highly Decorative Sized Framed Mixed Media and Collage - Entitled 'nel Sacco'
£ 2,500
Jeanfilip - Highly Decorative Sized Framed Mixed Media and Collage - Entitled 'nel Sacco'
£ 2,500
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Elder Books & Collectables
1950 The Memoirs of Casanova 6 X Volume Set Translated by Arthur Machen + D/w's
£ 180
1950 The Memoirs of Casanova 6 X Volume Set Translated by Arthur Machen + D/w's
£ 180
Elder Books & Collectables
The Red House Antiques
Fine Portrait Miniature of Young Boy in Brass Frame
£ 145
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Susan L Shirley - Fabulous Set of Four Limited Edition Lithographs Signed
£ 700
Susan L Shirley - Fabulous Set of Four Limited Edition Lithographs Signed
£ 700
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Elmgarden Antiques
Carved Model of a Mongolian Pack Horse
£ 1,300
Philip Allison Antiques and Decorative Arts
Buck Teeter American Cowboy Artist
£ 950
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
19th Century Artist Lay Figure
£ 1,030
The Red House Antiques
Victorian Novelty Striker of Man in Toilet C1890
£ 135
Jeff Sims Antiques
Lovely Victorian Silver Serving Fork
£ 85
£ 875
Georgian Antiques
Gilt Framed Watercolour of Saltcoates by Chris Meadows
£ 450
Marylebone Antiques
Antique Signed & Framed Oil Painting
£ 775
Elmgarden Antiques
Oil Painting, Country Morning by J Gouard
£ 775
Treasured Timepieces
1930s Green Terrier Single Deck Playing Card-holder - Bakelite/early Plastic
£ 23
1930s Green Terrier Single Deck Playing Card-holder - Bakelite/early Plastic
£ 23
Treasured Timepieces
Kernow Furniture
Large Vintage Hand Woven Tapestry Wall Hanging
£ 195
Kernow Furniture
Dorothy Margaret Wade Still Life Watercolour
£ 375
William Rand Antiques
Edwardian Oil Painting Portrait of Young Girl
£ 375
Georgian Antiques
Gilt Framed Original Oil Painting of The East Mill Stirling by James Christie Prowett
£ 390
Gilt Framed Original Oil Painting of The East Mill Stirling by James Christie Prowett
£ 390
Georgian Antiques
Prometheus Antiques
Pair of Victorian Silhouettes
£ 295
Prometheus Antiques
Still Life Oil Painting of Peaches
£ 295
Prometheus Antiques
Large Farmyard Scene Oil Painting by Arthur Charles Dodd
£ 895
Prometheus Antiques
Large Venetian Scene Oil Painting
£ 695
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.