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Cubist Tabletop

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A brilliantly executed and striking mid-century cubist still life that presents an arrangement of objects distilled into bold, geometric forms, painted in oil onto canvas.

At the centre, a single red rose rises sharply from a faceted brown vase, its angular green leaves echoing the crystalline structure of the surrounding elements. Beside it, a vivid blue jug rendered in interlocking planes stands with sculptural presence, while a small angular fruit or object rests upon a two-toned plate in the foreground.

The composition is a masterful exercise in cubist reduction, where natural forms are translated into prismatic shapes. The background is similarly fragmented into overlapping planes of muted lilac, teal, and yellow, lending the scene a sense of depth and dynamism while maintaining strict flatness.

The palette balances earthy browns and greys with vibrant accents of cobalt blue, emerald green, and a sharp pop of crimson. The brushstrokes are controlled and deliberate, applied in clean, even planes of colour without visible texture, emphasising structure over gesture.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited frame with an outer linen border and an inner cream window. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame does have some scuffing but is in good vintage condition overall.

Size: 73 x 43 cm (including frame)

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Ebullient

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An energetic and richly coloured abstract composition, executed in oil and dated 1972.

With its vivid patches of rich colour including yellow, red, blue, and green, this artwork is a testament to the confident and dynamic style of the artist.

The artist has worked boldly in his medium of oil, confidently executing expressive brushstrokes, and has used the impasto technique to create a wonderful textural quality. Each textured and forceful stroke is imbued with a palpable sense of movement and emotion, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in this abstract beauty.

This oil on canvas has been laid onto board and is housed in a silver frame with red undertones. The painting is in very good vintage condition, and the frame has general scuffs as well as losses at its corners (as shown).

Size: 41 x 45 cm (including frame)

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Hillside Farmstead

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A mid-century modernist landscape captures a tranquil and vast scene, with rolling hills leading to a cluster of farm buildings nestled beneath an expansive sky, executed in oil onto board.

A patchwork of green pastures, earthy fields, and tilled farmland stretches across the composition, punctuated by the warm terracotta and deep blue roofs of the distant barns.

Executed in a bold, simplified style, the artist has reduced forms to broad, geometric planes, lending the piece a harmonious yet abstract quality. The palette is a muted blend of earthy browns, olive greens, browns and blues, with subtle lavender accents in the distant trees.

The brushwork is confident and expressive, applied in broad, decisive strokes that capture the shapes and tonal shifts of the landscape without intricate detailing. This painterly approach lends the work a sense of immediacy and rhythm, evoking the fleeting impressions of a scene observed in shifting light.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary linen-lined frame with a gilded inner edge. There are some water marks visible along the left edge of the painting, as well as marks to the linen border of the frame, both consistent with age. Overall, the piece remains stable and displays beautifully.

Size: 60 x 70.5 cm (including frame)

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Lemons & Avocados

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A quietly sophisticated modernist still life painting that presents a simple yet striking arrangement of avocados and lemons resting upon a softly textured linen surface, executed in oil onto board and dated 1981.

The composition is understated but confident – the deep green of the avocados contrasts beautifully with the bright, citrus yellow of the lemons, creating a gentle rhythm across the surface.

Executed in a loose, painterly style, the brushstrokes are visible and intentional, lending a tactile quality to both fruit and cloth. The background is rendered in muted, layered tones of olive and slate green, applied in broad strokes that dissolve into abstraction, giving the foreground objects greater presence and weight.

The colour palette is restrained yet expressive – earthy avocados anchoring the composition, while the lemons provide a burst of light and warmth, subtly illuminating the off-white linen beneath them. There is a sense of quiet domestic elegance, a celebration of everyday forms through a modernist lens.

This oil on board is elegantly presented in a complementary gilt frame with an inner white border that highlights the composition beautifully. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, while the frame shows some age-related marks.

Size: 44.5 x 65.5 cm (including frame)

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Life by the Water

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A mid-century painting that depicts a quiet coastal village scene, capturing the everyday rhythms of life by the sea, and executed in oil onto canvas.

In the foreground, two adult figures and two children are shown walking towards the water’s edge, their simplified forms reduced to geometric blocks of colour. Between them, a broad expanse of fabric or net stretches out, leading the eye towards the distant horizon. A fishing boat sails calmly in the background, suggesting the livelihood and maritime traditions of the community.

Executed in a restrained mid-century modernist style, the work favours flat planes, abstraction, and strong compositional geometry over fine detail. The figures and houses are stylised, with angular silhouettes and minimal facial or bodily definition.

The palette is soft yet striking, dominated by cool shades of sky-blue, grey, and sea-green, contrasted with earthy tones of terracotta and beige on the rooftops and figures. The balance of muted colours evokes a sense of clarity and calm, reflective of coastal light.

The artist has used broad, textured brushstrokes, layering opaque planes of colour in a way that emphasises surface and form rather than naturalistic depth. Edges are clean yet slightly rough, reinforcing the handmade quality of the work.

This oil on canvas is presented in a complementary wood frame with an inner silver border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 59 x 70.5 cm (including frame)

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Linnaea Flowers

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This 1973 textile artwork is a beautifully handwoven tapestry that captures the gentle elegance of nature through stylised floral abstraction — a hallmark of Scandinavian textile design from the era.

Depicting a cluster of bell-shaped flowers, the composition features tall, arching green stems crowned with soft pink blossoms that seem to nod delicately, as if swaying in a quiet breeze. The flowers are rendered in subtle tonal variations of pink and rose, lending them depth and warmth, while the leaves at the base are woven in cool greens and blue-greens, grounding the composition with solidity and balance.

The background alternates between deep brown and navy vertical stripes, a striking yet understated contrast that gives rhythm and structure to the design. This interplay of earthy and dusky tones allows the pastel blooms to glow softly, adding a sense of serenity and intimacy to the piece.

Mounted on a natural linen backing, the tapestry exudes both simplicity and sophistication — a tactile celebration of handcraft and nature.

With its rhythmic pattern, gentle palette, and handmade texture, this 1973 work perfectly embodies the Scandinavian modern ethos: organic, contemplative, and quietly joyful.

This vintage tapestry remains in very good condition. It is mounted onto fabric lined board, and is ready to hang. The needlepoint is very slightly irregular, which is typical for handmade or traditionally textile pieces, adding to its authenticity and charm.

Size: 21 x 24 cm

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Memories by the Sea

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A serene figurative composition dated 1973 and painted in oil onto board by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

Depicted in this oil is a coastal scene with figures resting on a grassy hillside. The brushwork is loose and expressive, giving the piece a dreamlike, almost fleeting quality—as though it depicts a memory or a hazy summer afternoon.

In the foreground, four figures are painted in soft, warm tones of peach, cream, and ochre, their forms blending gently into the lush greens of the grass. Their postures suggest ease and leisure—some reclining, others seated upright—absorbing the warmth of the sun. The figures are not highly detailed but rather suggested through gestural strokes, allowing the viewer to feel their presence without being distracted by specifics.

Behind them, the landscape rolls into dark green hills and trees, leading the eye toward a stretch of calm blue sea and pale sky at the horizon. The colour palette balances cool greens and blues with warm highlights, evoking a harmonious, restful mood.

This oil on board is housed in a gilt and black frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some scuffs and losses.

Size: 38.5 x 44 cm (including frame)

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Pears & Jar

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A charming mid-century still life that captures a tabletop scene with a loosely grouped arrangement of fruit and a central jar, executed in oil onto board.

The composition features a rustic jar surrounded by pears and an apple, all set on a cool blue cloth that adds a rich contrast to the warmer tones of the produce.

Executed in a painterly style, the work embraces expressive, visible brushstrokes and a muted yet earthy palette dominated by yellows, greens, and blues. The artist has used quick, confident strokes and subtle layering to suggest form and light, giving the work a tactile, almost sculptural quality.

With its rich colour palette and energetic brushstrokes, the piece suggests movement and emotion, reminiscent of Paul Cézanne and other Post-Impressionist artists approach to still life, with objects slightly distorted yet carefully arranged to create harmony.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary distressed style white frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has minor scuffing but this is in keeping with its vintage style.

Size: 40 x 47.5 cm (including frame)

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Rural Terrain

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A very textured mid century modernist landscape composition, painted in oil onto board.

This painting is a landscape that captures the essence of a rural scene with an emphasis on earthy tones and expressive brushwork.

The foreground consists of a flat expanse of sandy or golden-yellow terrain, possibly a field or open land. A few trees with slender forms are positioned toward the left side of the composition, bending slightly as if swayed by the wind. In the middle ground, darker green hills stretch across the canvas, adding depth. The background features a bold and expansive sky, rendered in deep, intense blue tones.

The artist employs thick, textured brushstrokes, particularly evident in the sky and foreground. The impasto technique creates a dynamic and tactile quality, emphasizing movement and energy within the scene.

This landscape painting conveys the raw beauty of a natural setting, emphasizing the texture of the land and the vastness of the sky. The expressive use of color and brushwork suggests the artist’s emotional connection to the scene, capturing the interplay of light, movement, and the rugged beauty of the outdoors.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary slim wood frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 32 x 52 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with Green Apples

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A large and expressive mid-century modernist still life painting captures a simple yet effective arrangement of green apples resting on a loosely draped cloth, executed in oil onto board.

The composition exudes a sense of spontaneity, emphasising form and colour over precise realism. The apples are depicted in various shades of green and yellow, with broad, expressive brushstrokes giving them a sense of volume and natural imperfection.

The background features dark muted earthy tones, including deep blues, browns, and hints of red, creating contrast with the vibrancy of the fruit. The cloth, rendered in soft whites and beiges, provides a fluid, organic texture that balances the composition. The artist has used a gestural painting technique, with visible brushstrokes that enhance the dynamic energy of the piece.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary gilt frame with an inner white border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some paint losses as shown

Size: 49.5 x 85 cm (including frame)

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Sunlit Passageway

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A charming mid-century modernist painting that captures a quiet street scene bathed in soft Mediterranean light, executed in oil onto canvas.

A lone figure, dressed in muted tones and carrying a bundle on her head, walks along an empty terracotta-hued pathway that leads into a cluster of geometric buildings. The architecture – flat-roofed houses, arched entrances, and clean-lined terraces—suggests a southern European or North African village, rendered with a sense of calm order and stillness.

The artist has used a restrained palette of warm browns, sandy beiges, pale blues, and soft whites, punctuated by accents of terracotta red on window shutters and rooftops. Each surface is painted in flat planes of colour, with minimal blending, giving the work a faceted, almost mosaic-like quality. Shadows fall in structured blocks, enhancing the geometry of the scene.

Brushstrokes are confident and deliberate, favouring smooth, even applications of paint that maintain the clarity of form rather than expressive texture. There is a quiet rhythm to the composition – the repeating rooflines, the verticals of the distant buildings, and the solitary figure grounding the scene with a gentle narrative presence. The overall atmosphere is one of stillness, heat, and understated elegance – an ode to everyday life rendered through a modernist lens.

This oil on canvas is beautifully presented in a well-suited linen-lined wooden frame. The painting is in good vintage condition overall, with just a tiny area of paint loss on the right-hand side – on the second building in from the right by the windows. This small detail does not detract from the artwork’s overall charm.

Size: 44 x 52 cm (including frame)

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Sunlit Trail

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An expressive mid-century landscape painting that presents a serene forest scene where a winding path meanders into a shadowy grove of trees, executed in oil onto canvas.

The viewer’s eye is drawn down the textured pathway, flanked by grass patches and surrounded by trees rendered in deep green hues. A subtle interplay of light and shadow suggests a dappled afternoon sun filtering through the foliage.

Executed in a loose, expressive manner, the painting embraces abstraction without losing its representational roots. Gestural, confident brushstrokes dominate the canvas, especially in the foliage and pathway. The texture is richly layered, with heavy dabs of paint that suggest spontaneity and energy, while more subtle blending in some areas provides balance and depth.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited wood frame with a hessian lined border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has scuffing present.

Size: 42 x 37 cm (including frame)

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The Resting Muse

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A brilliantly executed mid-century modernist figurative painting that presents a stylised nude form rendered in soft, interlocking shapes, executed onto canvas by Swedish painter Bengt Lundin (1924-2005) whose works have been exhibited at the National Museum in Stockholm, as well as Modern Art Museum in Sweden.

The figure reclines in an abstracted interior space, her body defined by bold blocks of colour rather than distinct outlines. The composition is reduced to essential forms, yet the posture conveys a quiet sensuality and repose.

The artist has used a palette of muted browns, taupe, and creams, contrasted with deep blue and olive-green accents that evoke both depth and intimacy. The patterned background, suggestive of foliage or textile design, enhances the rhythmic harmony of the piece.

The brushstrokes are confident and broad, with areas of visible texture and raw canvas left exposed, lending an immediacy and honesty to the work. Each shape feels intentionally placed, balancing figuration and abstraction.

A celebration of form and tone, this painting captures the essence of modernist restraint – expressive, structured, and deeply human.

This oil on canvas is presented in a complementary slim wood frame. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.

Size: 70.5 x 52 cm (including frame)

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Variegated Tulips

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1970 – folk art tapestry

This vintage tapestry remains in very good condition. The needlepoint is very slightly irregular, which is typical for handmade or traditionally textile pieces, adding to its authenticity and charm.

Size: 21 x 24 cm

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Beneath the Pale Sky

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A brilliantly executed mid-century figurative composition, painted in oil onto canvas by the established Swedish artist Fabian Lundqvist (1913-1989), whose works have been represented in many public collections in Sweden.

The painting captures two elongated female figures standing in stark silhouette, each holding a basket above their heads. Their forms are rendered in an abstracted, minimalist manner, emphasising gesture over detail. The simplified architecture in the background grounds the figures in a flattened, geometric landscape that resembles desert dwellings.

Strongly influenced by modernist abstraction, the work embraces a reduction of form and a keen sense of balance.

The colour palette is restrained, revolving around earthy and warm tones of browns and blush. The subdued colours evoke a sense of nostalgia, while the interplay of tones adds depth to the scene.

The brushstrokes are soft and gentle, contributing to the smoothness of the surface and imbuing a soothing quality throughout the artwork.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary linen lined wood frame with an inner gilt window that suits that painting very well. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some age marks on its linen border.

Size: 50.5 x 58.5 cm (including frame)

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Blue Horizon

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A mid-century painting that presents a serene and minimalist abstraction of a coastal landscape, executed in oil onto board.

The composition is reduced to bold horizontal bands and planes of colour, evoking sea, sky, and shoreline through pure geometry.

The subject matter is suggested rather than depicted – soft gradations of blue recall the horizon line where sea meets sky, while the darker horizontal strip hints at a distant shoreline, and the pale lower section conveys the sandy openness of the beach.

The style is distinctly modernist, with a restrained geometric abstraction typical of mid-century sensibilities. The artist emphasises simplicity, balance, and a meditative stillness, favouring form and colour over literal detail.

The colours are cool and calming: pale sky blue and soft powder blue are contrasted with earthy browns, muted creams, and gentle yellows. These tones create both harmony and subtle tension across the composition.

The brushstrokes are controlled and smooth, with areas of solid flat colour applied in broad planes, giving the painting a crisp, clean quality. The artist’s hand is deliberately understated, prioritising structure and tonal contrasts over texture.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary and well made wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some very minor scuffing, commensurate with age.

Size: 36 x 53 cm (including frame)

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Cottages by the Lake

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A restful mid-century painting that captures a tranquil lakeside scene, where a cluster of cottages sits nestled against rolling hills. executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition is pared down to essential forms- angular rooftops, sloping fields, and a shimmering lake stretching into the distance. The artist has used a modernist sensibility, reducing natural detail into broad, expressive planes of colour that suggest rather than describe.

The palette is restrained and atmospheric, dominated by muted greens, soft browns, earthy browns, and cool greys, with touches of white and deep blue that lend balance and depth. The sky and water are rendered in layered tonal shifts, evoking the calm, expansive quality of the landscape.

Brushstrokes are broad, confident, and gestural, with visible texture that animates the surface and emphasises structure over fine detail. The rhythmic application of paint creates a sense of harmony between the natural and built forms, giving the work its distinctly modern mid-century character.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary silver painted wood frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some marks present.

Size: 39 x 76.5 cm (including frame)

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Drift and Thought

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A mid-century modernist painting that presents a tranquil seaside scene, executed in oil onto board.

The painting features two abstracted figures seated near a boat. The figure on the left, clad in a striking yellow coat, appears to be engaged in quiet reflection, while the darker-clothed figure in the foreground seems to be writing or sketching. A boat, rendered in bold strokes of blue and red, rests on the shore, adding a strong geometric contrast to the muted landscape.

Executed in a modernist style, the artist has skilfully simplified the forms into blocks of contrasting shades, and has used a restrained yet effective palette.

The vibrant yellow of the coat and the red of the boat capture our attention, as they stand out among the overall subdued shades that imbue the work with a soothing quality.

The brushstrokes are thick and expressive, applied with a sense of immediacy and texture that enhances the painting’s tactile quality.

The composition is carefully balanced, with the diagonal placement of the boat and figures guiding the viewer’s eye across the painting, creating a sense of depth.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary champagne frame with an inner linen border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 35 x 44 cm (including frame)

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Forest Pathway

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A mid-century landscape painting that presents a serene woodland scene, where a narrow path leads the viewer deeper into a forest of tall, slender trees, executed in oil onto board and dated 1944.

The verticality of the tree trunks dominates the composition, drawing the eye upward while also suggesting stillness and permanence. The perspective of the pathway, receding into the distance, adds a sense of depth and quiet invitation.

Executed in a semi-abstract, modernist style, the work features bold, block-like brushstrokes that break the forest into planes of colour. The palette is earthy and natural, with muted greens, ochres, browns, and russets interwoven with touches of blue-grey sky peeking through the canopy. The interplay of angular strokes and softened edges creates a rhythmic harmony, typical of mid-century interpretations of nature.

The brushwork is deliberate yet painterly – broad, layered strokes overlap to form textures of bark, foliage, and dappled light, giving the scene both structure and atmosphere. There is a lyrical quality in the way light and shadow fall across the pathway, suggesting both movement and calm reflection.

This oil on board is presented in a complementary wood frame with a natural woodgrain texture as well as an inner cream border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 70 x 49.5 cm (including frame)

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Fox Hound with Blue Collar

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A very well painted and engaging canine composition of a fox hound, painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel by British artist Matt Rix.

Set against a soft, muted background of rolling green hills and a pale grey-blue sky, the dog stands in profile, tail raised with alertness. Its body is lean and elegant, painted in cream tones with striking black patches, while the head is a warm chestnut brown. A simple blue collar around its neck adds a touch of personality and contrast.

The style is minimalist yet expressive — flat planes of color, clean lines, and little surface detail. This simplicity allows the dog’s form and posture to take center stage, giving it a quiet dignity and a timeless quality. The muted palette enhances its calm and collected atmosphere, while the dog’s upright stance suggests loyalty, attentiveness, and companionship.

This oil on board is housed in an off white frame with inner gilt detail. Both painting and frame are in excellent condition.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 36.5 x 46.5 cm (including frame)

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Fox Hound with Red Collar

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A very endearing canine composition of a fox hound , painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel by British artist Matt Rix.

The dog stands alert on rolling green hills beneath a muted grey sky, its body a graceful mix of cream, black, and chestnut brown patches. A bright red collar adds a vivid accent, drawing the eye to the dog’s poised neck and steady stance.

The background is pared back and understated, with soft tonal gradients in the sky and simple green slopes that allow the dog to command the viewer’s full attention. The dog’s upright tail and keen gaze convey both energy and elegance, a balance of loyalty and readiness.

This oil on board is housed in an off white frame with inner gilt detailing. Both painting and frame are in excellent condition.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 36.5 x 46.5 cm (including frame)

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Geometric Collage with 2 Circles

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A very unique original artwork by British artist Dave Boyd, constructed from discarded books (repurposed cloth covers, papers, cardboard, binding boards) mounted on a wooden panel in a solid wood float frame.

The composition consists of two muted circular forms, each placed centrally within the upper and lower halves of the piece. The circles—soft pinkish and earthy reddish tones—are made from swatches of book covers, creating a tactile contrast against the rich, golden-brown marbled background.

The background evokes a sense of aged parchment or worn leather, enhancing the artwork’s connection to its literary origins. The precise placement of the circles introduces a sense of symmetry and contemplation, while the visible grain and patina of the materials speak to time, reuse, and the quiet endurance of objects past.

Dave’s artistic practice focuses on the juxtaposition between the manmade and the natural and the human experience of geometric forms, surfaces and materials. Paintings and collages often embody a built or constructed aesthetic and are strongly influenced by architecture and the built environment, with the aim of suggesting visual encounters with structures and landscapes. Utilising and repurposing materials, with a focus on minimal composition, surface and colour, Dave’s work seek to utilise the subtle marks inherent in objects that have been used and handled over many years.

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Size: 31.5 x 25.5 cm (including frame)

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Greyhound

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A very endearing and engaging canine composition of a greyhound, painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel by British artist Matt Rix.

The dog, painted in a soft, pale grey with delicate shading, stands tall and poised against a simple, two-toned background: a warm brown upper section suggesting wood or wall paneling, and a golden-yellow floor beneath. The greyhound’s form is sleek and elongated, with its slender legs, curved back, and graceful tail giving the piece a sense of quiet dignity.

A dark red-brown collar adorns the dog’s neck, echoing the bold crimson-red frame that surrounds the artwork, tying the composition together with a strong accent of colour.

This oil on board is housed in a red painted wood frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent condition.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 34 x 39 cm (including frame)

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Moonrise

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A nostalgic and evocative mid-century modernist style composition, executed in oil onto canvas by the established Swedish artist Fabian Lundqvist (1913-1989), whose works have been represented in many public collections in Sweden.

Two shadowy figures stand quietly before a row of houses, their silhouettes sharply framed by the glow of a pale, full moon. The architectural forms are simplified into clean geometric shapes, giving the scene a sense of quiet solemnity and timelessness.

Rendered in a muted palette of browns and warm taupe, the painting has a sepia effect and captures the hush of twilight with restraint. The sky, a seamless wash of greyish-brown, is interrupted only by the soft white orb of the moon, whose presence adds a haunting serenity to the composition.

The brushwork is smooth and controlled, with subtle tonal gradients lending depth and volume to the buildings and sky. Minimal yet expressive, the artist’s technique emphasises atmosphere over detail, creating a contemplative and emotionally resonant scene.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited silver frame with an inner linen border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 50 x 57 cm (including frame)

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Old English Game Fowl in White

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A small and engaging animal composition, painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel, by British artist Matt Rix.

This painting depicts a stylized game bird, standing in profile with a strong and elegant stance. The bird’s plumage is rendered in warm earthy tones, including shades of cream, rust red, and deep brown, creating a visually striking contrast. Its head is sharply defined, with a black beak, a red eye patch, and a piercing gaze that gives it a sense of alertness.

The bird’s legs and talons are bright yellow and its tail feathers are elegantly fanned out in a light cream colour, adding a delicate touch to its otherwise bold appearance.

The background is minimalistic and textured, with a soft, muted beige sky fading into a dark, earthy brown ground, keeping the focus on the central figure.

The artwork is framed in a rustic black wooden frame, which complements the bird’s features and enhances its traditional, handcrafted feel. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 22 x 27 cm (including frame)

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Parasol Afternoon

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A charming and softly abstracted contemporary still life painting that captures a quiet outdoor moment beneath a wide parasol, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 2008.

A rounded umbrella dominates the left side of the composition, rendered in loose, hazy tones of cream, peach and lavender, its form outlined with gentle linear markings. To the right, a simple round table holds a jug and a teacup, their shapes stylised yet recognisable, evoking an unhurried afternoon scene.

Executed in a semi-abstract style, the painting blends figuration with atmospheric colour fields. The outlines are delicately sketched, allowing the objects to float between definition and suggestion, giving the work a poetic, dreamlike quality.

The artist has used a beautifully muted palette – soft apricots, washed blues, pale turquoise, blush pinks, and hints of sage and lavender. These colours melt into one another with a powdery, sun-bleached quality that suggests warmth and light.

The brushstrokes are textured yet gentle, with layered pigment that gives the canvas a tactile, almost fresco-like surface. The transitions between colours are blended in a way that feels effortless and airy, while fine linear markings define just enough structure to anchor the composition.

This oil on canvas is presented in a complementary gilt frame with an antique finish. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 49.5 x 58.5 cm (including frame)

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Pitcher & Candlestick

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A very well executed mid century modernist still life composition, painted in oil onto board.

This painting is a still life composition created in an impressionistic or post-impressionistic style, featuring a tabletop scene with a pitcher, fruit, a candlestick, and other everyday objects. The artist has used bold, expressive brushstrokes and a rich earthy colour palette, with warm browns, ochres, greens, and muted yellows.

The light source from the left side casts soft shadows on the tablecloth, enhancing the sense of depth and texture. The background features a wooden interior with vertical strokes, adding a sense of structure and warmth. The painterly quality of the piece suggests movement and emotion, reminiscent of Cézanne’s approach to still life, with objects slightly distorted yet carefully arranged to create harmony.

The thick application of paint and visible brushstrokes add to the tactile quality of the painting, making it feel both intimate and dynamic. The scene captures a moment of quiet simplicity, inviting the viewer to appreciate the beauty in everyday objects.

The painting is presented in a really lovely wood frame with an inner gilt border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 69 x 58 cm (including frame)

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Summer Reading

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A serene mid-century scene depicting two women seated beneath dappled trees on a sunlit lawn, absorbed in quiet leisure, executed in oil onto canvas.

The figures They sit on mint-green folding chairs, one reading while the other holds a small object in her hands – perhaps a flower or letter – suggesting a gentle intimacy and stillness in the moment. Beyond them, pastel-hued cottages with pitched roofs and sunlit façades peek through the trees, evoking the charm of a summer afternoon in a peaceful village garden.

The colour palette is rich – cool sage, olive, and moss greens intersect with muted stone greys and soft sky blues, creating a harmonious balance between earth and air. The sky is painted in a smooth gradient of pale blue, acting as a calm contrast to the dynamic, textured land below. Each stroke is deliberate and expressive, laid down with visible directionality, giving the impression of wind pushing across the hillsides.

Executed in a modernist-impressionist manner characteristic of mid-century Scandinavian painting, the artist has used broad, confident brushstrokes and a light, airy palette. The treatment of form is simplified yet expressive, focusing on the harmony of colour and light rather than detail.

The composition is suffused with soft greens, pale blues, buttery yellows, and lavender shadows, creating a tranquil, sun-dappled atmosphere. The brushwork is loose and painterly, with visible strokes that suggest movement in the leaves and shimmering sunlight across the grass.

This oil on canvas is presented in a complementary wood frame with an inner and outer gilt window. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63.5 x 78 cm (including frame)

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Sunlit Courtyard

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A vibrant and intimate mid century modernist courtyard scene, painted in oil onto board and dated 1968.

In this painting, we see laundry strung on lines between white-walled buildings. The composition is bathed in warm, natural sunlight, casting strong shadows that enhance the architectural forms.

The painting evokes a quiet moment of everyday life, filled with the gentle rhythm of domestic routine and sunlight. It feels personal and nostalgic, emphasising the beauty in the ordinary.

This artwork celebrates the charm of a simple, sunlit courtyard and the human presence felt through drying clothes — a slice of life turned poetic through expressive colour and form.

This oil on board is presented in a gold-trimmed inner frame with a neutral linen border and wood outer border, giving it a classic and slightly rustic presentation. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 28 x 45.5 cm (including frame)

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The Parade

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A vibrant modernist figurative composition that captures a jubilant procession winding through a lively town scene, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1969 in reverse.

A long line of figures, dressed in bright whites with touches of vivid red and orange, marches in rhythmic formation, creating a strong sense of movement and communal festivity. The crowd appears to weave through a landscape dotted with clustered houses and trees, with the architecture rendered in warm ochres and earthy reds against a soft blue-grey sky.

Painted in an expressive style, the work features thick, energetic brushstrokes that lend a tactile, almost sculptural quality to the surface. The artist applies paint in vigorous swirls and dashes, allowing the colours to intermingle directly on the canvas. Warm golds, muted greens, and slate blues dominate the palette, balanced by flashes of white that illuminate the procession like a ribbon threading through the landscape.

The overall impression is one of joyful chaos and human togetherness, captured with spontaneity and painterly confidence.

This oil on canvas is presented in a complementary wide profile frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 38.5 x 43 cm (including frame)

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