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A lively and expressive mid-century still life composition, executed in watercolour and gouache onto paper.
The painting depicts an interior setting featuring an array of objects including some pitches, bottles, and a white tablecloth spread out across a slanting table.
The artist displays his mastery in the medium of watercolour, skilfully building up layers of contrasting colours to add depth and complexity to the work, as well as to create subtle shifts in colour and tonal value. Brushstrokes are evident in this work, adding an expressive quality and visual interest to the painting.
This watercolour and gouache on paper is housed in a slim cream wood frame with a mount card, and is glazed (there is a layer of glass between the frame and the painting to ensure its longevity). The painting is in very good vintage condition. There is slight age toning to the card mount but both frame and mount are in good condition overall.
Size: 51 x 43cm (including frame)
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A large and very well executed mid century modernist composition of a kitchen interior scene, painted in oil onto board.
In this setting of a bakery, 3 bakers are positioned at their respective stations – with one kneading dough by the table, one by the wood fired oven, and another depicted gathering some ingredients in the foreground of the painting.
The artist has thoughtfully layered contrasting shades, leaving a unique orange undertone visible, as well as hints orange outlines to highlight the silhouettes of the respective forms.
The artwork has been executed in such an invigorating and confident manner – with urgent, bold and expressive brushstrokes sweeping across the canvas, wonderfully capturing the bustling atmosphere in the kitchen.
This oil on board is housed in a complementary wooden frame. Overall, both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 70 x 89 cm (including frame)
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A lively and expressive figurative painting, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1990.
The composition is centered around three gentlemen seated at a table. Two of them have their gazes faced at the viewer, and we get a glimpse of the side profile of the gentleman on the left.
The artist has taken a bold approach to its representational style, using a rich and lively colour palette as well as swift and dynamic brushstrokes to demonstrate depth as well as to enliven the scene.
Furthermore, the artist has also skilfully used white negative space to his advantage – as the use of gestural brushstrokes and lively colours against the white negative space of the canvas gives the painting a sense of space and also draws our attention to the expressive quality of the paint.
This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary dark grey frame with an inner gilt window. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some light wear, but the appearance is still very good.
Size: 55.5 x 66 cm (including frame)
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An expressive and brilliantly executed mid-century still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.
The painting presents an interior scene that centers around a vase of tulips and a bowl of apricots resting on a table with a striped tablecloth.
The setting takes place in a well-detailed room filled with pastel colours, that lends the painting a sense of lightheartedness.
Painted in an expressionist manner, the artist’s brushstrokes are swift and unrestrained, lending an energetic and spontaneous quality to the piece. The loose style of painting emphasises the immediacy of the moment captured. Each object is delineated with a unique blue outline, enhancing their distinct forms and inviting the viewer to explore their detail.
This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some scuffs but this suits its vintage distressed style.
Size: 64 x 73 cm (including frame)
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A lively and visually striking still life composition, executed in oil on canvas.
Depicting a group of objects including a pair of flower vases and apples set against an outstanding cobalt blue backdrop, this painting explores the expressive qualities of brushstrokes and colour.
The colour scheme of this composition is bold and bright; and the artist has swiftly and confidently executed multi-directional straight lined brushstrokes to fill in all areas of the canvas, adding a sense of dynamism to the work.
This painting on canvas is in excellent vintage condition. It is currently unframed but should you wish to have assistance with framing, feel free to contact us at info@discerningpalette.com.
Size: 65 x 58 cm (including frame)
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This oil on canvas is housed in stunning patterned and distressed frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 75 x 79 cm (including frame)
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A homely and inviting modernist-style oil painting, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1959.
The composition captures a unique perspective of an open window with a view of colourful buildings outside. In the foreground, we get a glimpse of a chair facing the open window. It is empty and is almost inviting the viewer to take a seat and engage with the scene outside.
The painting’s overall composition lends an expressive and comforting quality, and encourages viewers to take a moment to pause and reflect on their lives, and contemplate the beauty of the outside world.
This oil on canvas is housed in a beautiful wood frame with an inner gilt window that pairs wonderfully with the painting. The painting has small scattered areas of paint loss, and the frame is in very good vintage condition.
Size: 60 x 60 cm (including frame)
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A vibrant and homely modernist still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1957.
A group of objects including fruit, a pitcher, a cup, and other items have been laid across a surface, set against a patterned backdrop. The objects have been thoughtfully arranged, and there is a sense of harmony and balance within the picture.
Painted in an expressive manner, distinct and swift brushstrokes, bold outlines as well as a rich and striking colour palette make up this wonderful composition, imbuing the work with a sense of energy and liveliness.
This oil on canvas is housed in its original mid century wood frame with an inner linen window. There is some age toning to the linen window, otherwise the painting is in very good vintage condition.
Size: 52.5 x 61 cm (including frame)
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A bold and striking painted mid-century geometric abstract figurative composition, executed in oil.
This painting depicts a figure dressed in blue, lying sideways as he lounges on a sofa.
Containing elements of geometric abstraction, the artist has skilfully deconstructed this everyday scene down to blocks of geometric shapes as well as contrasting rich colours to create a sense of depth and space.
The silhouette of the figure as well as the sofa have been defined by black outlines as well as expressive brushstrokes, which further emphasises each individual form and elevates the painting’s overall uniqueness.
This oil on card is presented in a card mount and slim wood frame, and is glazed (there is a layer of glass between the frame and the painting to ensure its longevity). The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some scuffing present. Please note that there is some glare present in the photograph due to the glass.
Size: 30 x 55.5 cm (including frame)
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A vibrant and richly textured mid-century still-life painting, executed in oil onto board.
The composition presents a bouquet of orange flowers, placed atop a table and against a blue backdrop.
The combination of a rich colour pallet as well as expressive and textured brushstrokes imbues the painting with energy. Through the skillful use of the impasto technique, thick, creamy layers of oil paint have been applied generously by the artist, giving this painting a real tactility.
This oil on board is housed in a bronzed frame with a decorative edge. The frame has some wear to the corners and a moulding loss to the upper edge, which has been painted over in gold, as shown. The painting is in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 45 x 42 cm (including frame)
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A soothing and beautifully textured mid-century interior still life composition, executed in oil onto board.
The composition features a carefully arranged tabletop setting of a jug of flowers, a book, as well as a violin. The objects are set against a grey and purple backdrop, that similarly pick up the colours of the table.
The artist has skilfully used expressive and textured brushstrokes, enhancing the three-dimensional qualities of the objects and adding character and dynamism to the overall composition.
This oil on board is housed in a complementary deep-profiled frame that suits the painting very well. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has a loss to the upper right corner, as shown, and some widening to the corner joins.
Size: 54 x 63 cm (including frame)
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A large modernist style painting depicting a delightful and intriguing interior setting of an artist’s studio, executed in oil onto canvas.
This well-detailed composition presents a studio where an artist seated on a green chair is back-facing the viewer, and is engaged in painting a portrait on a canvas placed atop an easel. A myriad of details can be found that includes a couple of paintings hung on the walls as well as placed on the floor, a bust sitting atop a pedestal, as well as a brown table filled with objects.
Executed with expressive brushstrokes, the muted colours of the painting imbue a comforting sense of warmth.
This oil on canvas is housed in a very well suited wooden frame with linen border. The frame has some very minor wear, but overall both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 82 x 62 cm (including frame)
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An expressive and brilliantly executed mid-century still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1955.
The painting presents an interior scene that centres around a round wooden table with a wine bottle, a vase with a bouquet of flowers, and a teapot. The setting takes place in a warm orange-toned room with sage-green walls.
The artist’s brushstrokes are swift, expressive, and unrestrained, lending an energetic and spontaneous quality to the piece. The loose style of painting emphasizes the immediacy of the moment captured. The limited use and choice of colours evoke a homely feel tinged with a sense of nostalgia, inviting viewers to appreciate and reminisce about the simple pleasures of life and being at home.
This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary deep profile gilt & wood frame with an inner linen lining. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.
Size: 51 x 79 cm (including frame)
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A charming and inviting modernist-style composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1969.
The painting presents a scene by a window, overlooking a winter landscape. The artist’s masterful brushstrokes beautifully capture the intricate patterns of delicate white lace curtains that gently drape down the large window. Resting on the window sill are a few small objects including a cat, a cup, as well as some flower pots, each contributing to the composition’s charm. Beyond it, a mix of brown barren trees as well as tall trees adorned with green leaves are growing proudly, providing a vibrant contrast against the white snow-filled grounds.
The short, dab-like and expressive brushstrokes lend a transient and dynamic quality to the painting, as if capturing a fleeting moment in time. This technique enhances the scene’s ethereal atmosphere, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the beauty of the scenery.
This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and there is light scuffing to frame edges.
Size: 44.5 x 49.5 cm (including frame)
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A delightful mid 20th century still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.
The composition presents an interior setting, where a brown jug, red peppers, onions and a butter knife are laid on a wooden board, and placed in front of a window that overlooks a balcony balustrade.
Distinct and rhythmic multi-directional brushstrokes fill the canvas, adding an expressive feel but also highlighting the objects’ three-dimensional qualities. A selection of contrasting rich and lively muted earthy colours including shades of orange, green and yellow have been used, deeply complementing one another.
This oil on canvas is housed in a linen lined frame with an inner gilt window. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 55 x 51 cm (including frame)
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A large and brilliantly executed mid century cubist figure composition, painted in oil onto canvas.
Reminiscent of cubist works by Pablo Picasso, this painting also features fragmentation and abstraction. By breaking the figure and the interior scene down into distinct areas, the artist shows us different view points at the same time and within the same space which suggests their three dimensional form. Yet there is also an emphasis on the two-dimensional flatness of the canvas instead of creating the illusion of depth.
The painting is housed in a textured champagne and gilt frame. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.
Size: 73 x 56.5 cm (including frame)
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A very well executed and playful modernist composition, painted in in oil onto canvas.
The painting has a very charming ‘Naïve’ quality to it – it is simple, minimalist and unaffected. The artist sticks to a restrained colour palette, setting 4 lemons and 2 white vessels against a background in subtle array of browns, pinks, and blues and greys. The painting is well balanced, has a depth of tones, and is a real pleasure to look it.
This oil on board is housed in a complementary slim gilt frame. The painting is in very good vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing to its corners, and is otherwise in very good condition.
Size: 40 x 49 cm (including frame)
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An emotive and visually striking mid-century figurative composition, executed in oil on canvas.
The painting features an interior setting, where a female figure is seated by a table and beside an open window with a view outside. With her face resting on her hand, she is not facing the viewer (us) and appears to be deep in thought.
The artist has used a very rich and earthy colour palette, as well as bold expressive brushstrokes. The combination of these colours and strokes conveys a sense of emotional intensity, and may suggest a deep emotional experience or a connection to the artist’s inner world.
This oil on canvas is housed in a well-suited gilt frame. There is scattered craquelure throughout the painting, as well as some areas of paint loss to the upper edge and lower left as shown, and also two horizontal crease lines as shown. The frame has areas of minor wear.
Size: 80 x 69 cm (including frame)
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An exquisite and confidently executed mid century still life composition, painted in oil onto canvas.
Place atop a table and set against a blue chair and a well-coloured backdrop sit a range of objects that include a flower pot with white flowers in bloom, and an orange.
Working with a modernist ethos in mind, the artist has intentionally chosen not to focus on realistic details, and instead explores the use of colours, brushstrokes and form to create a sense of depth and space in this painting.
Blocks of contrasting colours in lively shades fill the canvas, and together with the expressive and swift brushstrokes that have been executed in a scribble-like manner, the painting has vibrant and energetic quality to it.
This large oil on canvas is housed in its original mid century frame that pairs perfectly with the painting. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 72 x 64 cm (including frame)
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A pleasant and well-executed mid 20th century still life oil composition, depicting a flower pot placed on a window sill, with a glimpse into the surroundings outside.
Upon looking at the painting, our eyes are immediately drawn to the flower vase, as its bolder colours are in contrast to the light and gentle pastel shades of the remaining forms.
Through the use of swift and straight brushstrokes, the artist displays his painterly skills by utilising bold outlines as well as qualities of the shading technique and smooth gradation of colour to not only give rise to the various forms in the composition, but also to give the illusion of depth and dimensionality.
This oil on canvas is housed in a gilt frame with lovely red undertones. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 52.5 x 44.5 cm (including frame)
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An expressive and beautifully textured modernist style figurative composition, executed in oil onto board.
The painting captures a shared moment between 2 children, who are seated beside one another. The absence of their facial details invites us to focus on the artist’s emotional use of rich colour and brushstrokes.
The use of the impasto technique adds a striking texture to the painting, creating a three-dimensional effect that draws us in. The impasto technique involves applying thick layers of paint with visible brushstrokes, adding depth and vibrancy to the piece.
The background complements the subjects perfectly, featuring a mix of warm and inviting colours. Shades of orange, green, and yellow intermingle to create a harmonious blend that exudes a sense of joy and energy..
This oil on board is housed in a really lovely gilt frame. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.
Size: 50 x 61 cm (including frame)
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A charming and expressive mid-century modernist still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.
Depicting an interior setting, the composition revolves around a pot of flourishing foxgloves. Nestled beside the flower pot, a green apple rests on a vibrant orange plate, providing a pleasing contrast to the delicate blooms. The background features geometric blocks of turquoise, yellow, and blue, forming a backdrop that adds depth and intrigue to the scene.
Through the use of an array of uplifting colours, as well as gentle and precise brushstrokes, the painting invites viewers to appreciate the beauty of everyday objects.
This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary gilt frame with an inner linen window. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.
Size: 65.5 x 36 cm (including frame)
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A quaint and intimate scene of a figure in an interior setting, painted in oil onto canvas board.
In the centre of the composition we see a seated figure, working on a piece of red fabric. Surrounding her are all her homely objects – a piano behind her, plants, and painting on the wall. We get a sense this space is lived in and well loved.
The artist has worked in an expressive manner, using loose and distinct brushstrokes to compose the scene. There is an illustrative quality to the painting, giving us some insight into the artist’s method of working.
This oil on canvas board is housed in a very unique frame that has been painted in a range of light colours. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 53.5 x 58 cm (including frame)
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An alluring modernist figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.
A lady depicted by a bedside is positioned in the center of the canvas, drawing the viewer’s attention to her captivating presence. She is well-dressed, adorned in pearls, and is wearing a black hat that matches her black dress. The woman’s elegant posture and composed demeanor exude a sense of confidence and refinement.
The painting captures a moment of quiet elegance and has a timeless quality, brought forth through the use of delicate gentle brushstrokes, as well as soft muted shades including subtle yellow tones that infuse the artwork with warmth and a touch of understated vibrancy.
This oil on canvas is housed in a dark gilt frame that pairs wonderfully with the painting. There is some light scuffing to the frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 33.5 x 42 cm (including frame)
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A wonderfully executed and expressive modernist composition of an artist’s studio, painted in oil and dated 1938.
The left side of the painting features an open window, allowing sunlight to pour into the room. The light rays fill the space, creating a captivating play of light and shadow. Standing prominently in the center of the painting is a tall easel supporting a blank canvas. The canvas, untouched by any brushstrokes, invites viewers to ponder the artistic journey about to unfold. To the right, a glimpse of a desk can be seen, hinting at the artist’s working environment.
The use of rich colours combined with painterly brushstrokes creates an uplifting quality to the piece.
This oil on canvas laid onto board is unframed. There is some wear to the outer corners, but this would be hidden by a frame. Overall the painting is in very good vintage condition. The painting can be displayed as is, leaning against a shelf or propped up on an easel. It would also look lovely if housed in a simple frame. If you would like help with framing, you are welcome to contact us.
Size: 50 x 61.5 cm (including frame)
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A cosy corner of a homely interior setting, painted in oil in a fairly mellow palette. A candle sits atop a sideboard, with a landscape painting handing above. A further portrait painting and a circular object hang on the wall next to it. To the left, a curtain seems to lead into a corridor or separate room, adding an element of mystery to the painting. There is a nice balance to the composition, with each object depicted seeming to own its space. The palette that the artist used is fairly restrained, with similar colours repeated throughout the composition.
The painting is housed in a white and silver frame with a linen lined border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffs and a small age mark to the left edge, but overall it is in good condition.
Size: 48 x 56cm (including frame)
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A well-executed and impactful mid 20th century semi-abstract blue oil portrait, depicting a lady seated cross-legged and holding a white bowl.
The style of the painting is typically modernist in ethos, with the artist focusing on colour contrast and bold outlines to create this outstanding portrait.
A restrained palette comprising shades from blue to grey fill the painting; and distinct blocks of these contrasting colours have been used to make out this composition.
Swift and painterly brushstrokes have been executed in an almost forceful manner, creating thick layers of paint (impasto) that add a striking textured effect and a sense of three dimensionality to the work overall.
This oil on canvas is housed in a simple wood frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 48 x 40 cm (including frame)
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A large visually-striking and well-balanced mid 20th century abstract still life composition, executed in oil.
The artwork depicts a setting of blue table filled with an array of bottles and jars of different shapes and sizes, set against a bold red backdrop.
The artist has intentionally chosen not to paint a realistic portrayal of the objects; and instead, has abstracted their forms down by skillfully layering and pairing contrasting shades on top and beside one another,
Swift and expressive brushstrokes have been confidently executed in a rhythmic manner, imbuing the work with dynamism.
This oil on canvas is housed in a silver frame with brown undertones, which pairs perfectly with the artwork itself. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.
Size: 56 x 87 cm (including frame)
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The composition centres around a female figure dressed in fashionable attire, standing in front of a gilt mirror, trying on a hat. Getting a glimpse of her reflection in the mirror, we can see her wearing a scarf that wraps elegantly around her neck as well as a stylish hat that rests atop her head, adding a touch of glamour to her overall appearance. The painting offers a unique perspective on the subject’s physical presence as we can a view of both her front and back.
Painted in a post-impressionist style, the artist has used blocks of rich and saturated non-naturalistic colours to create a visually striking and vibrant composition.
This oil on board is housed in its original mid-century gilt frame with an inner linen lining with a wide inner painted border. Both the frame and painting are in good vintage condition.
Size: 69.5 x 53 cm (including frame)
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A large, richly coloured mid century nude study oil, painted in 1949. There is a palpable sense of ‘ease’ to the nude figure, who sits relaxed in her chair – her face and body are relaxed, with no ounce of stiffness present. Her surroundings too are homely and warm – a flower pot sits by the window with the curtain drawn open, letting the natural light in.
The artist has painted skilfully and confidently, using a rich, saturated colour palette to paint this expressive study, and has included areas of impasto (where the painted thickly such that it stands proud from the surface) to add texture and depth.
The painting is housed in its original mid century dark bronze wood frame. Both painting and frame are in good vintage condition.
Size: 73 x 63 cm (including frame)
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