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Abstract Pair

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A striking pair of mid-century modernist abstract compositions, executed in oil onto canvas and sold as a set.

The artworks showcase a dynamic interplay of geometric forms in a vibrant, structured arrangement. The works are set against a bold yellow background, with carefully placed circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles in vivid primary and secondary colours. The compositions create a sense of balance and movement, reflecting the influence of Bauhaus and Constructivist principles.

The colour palette is rich and vivid, adding a lively and energetic quality to the works.

The brushstrokes appear smooth and deliberate, indicative of a precise and clean application of paint, with a focus on sharp edges and defined shapes rather than gestural or expressive marks.

These oil on canvas paintings are housed in complementary gilt frames. The painting on the left has a small loss at the top edge of the canvas as shown in close up. The painting on the right has a very small loss along the top edge of canvas as shown, but this is only noticeable upon closer inspection. Otherwise, both paintings are in very good vintage condition.

Size of each artwork: 74 x 64 cm (including frame)

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Blue Chairs

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A minimalist and inviting composition that presents a tranquil seaside setting, painted in oil onto board and dated 1982.

Two empty blue chairs punctuate the composition, and are subtly placed on a sandy shore. The horizon line delicately separates the soft pink sky from the muted blue ocean, evoking a dreamlike stillness. Executed in a minimalist and semi-abstract style, the composition emphasises simplicity, and conveys a sense of quiet anticipation and nostalgia, as if capturing the remnants of a conversation or an intimate moment left behind.

The artist has used a restrained palette dominated by pastel tones—muted pinks, warm beige, and soft blues. The gentle contrast between these hues enhances the overall sense of calm and harmony, with the blue chairs standing out as focal points against the subdued background.

The brushwork is delicate and layered, blending colours to create an impressionistic haze that blurs the boundaries between sky, sea, and sand, and reinforcing the ethereal mood of the scene.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has a small area of paint loss at its lower edge as shown.

Size: 56 x 66.5 cm (including frame)

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Coastal Splendour

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A mesmerising mid-century abstract coastal landscape where earth, sea, and sky converge in a harmonious splendour, painted in oil onto board.

Through sweeping brushstrokes and rich contrasting colours, the scene comes alive with vibrant energy.

In the foreground, hints of brown and green suggest rugged coastal terrain. Moving towards the middle ground, a boat emerges within the expanse of a striking plane of azure blue that resembles the sea. Finally, in the background, the sky stretches out in a captivating display of atmospheric hues, blending seamlessly with the distant horizon.

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

Size: 35 x 43 cm (including frame)

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Fading Tide

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A soothing and evocative mid-century abstract coastal landscape that captures the quiet beauty of a shoreline, painted in oil onto canvas and dated 1960.

The composition is divided into layered horizontal bands, suggesting the sea, sky, and land. The horizon line is subtly softened, creating a sense of depth and atmospheric perspective.

The artist has used a muted palette, comprising of cool blues and greys dominating the upper section to represent the sky and distant sea, while the middle ground features off-whites and sandy beiges, suggesting a shoreline. The foreground contrasts with deep browns and blacks, adding depth and grounding the composition.

The painting embraces an abstract, impressionistic approach with expressive and gestural brushwork. The emphasis is on texture and layering rather than fine details, allowing the viewer to interpret the landscape with a sense of emotion and mood rather than realistic details.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary silver frame with an inner linen lining. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some scuffing at its top left corner.

Size: 38 x 66 cm (including frame)

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Figures by the House

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An expressive mid-century modernist style figurative street scene composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

The painting depicts two male figures engaged in conversation by a street, surrounded by angular houses.

Modernist in its ethos with abstract qualities, the artist has skilfully deconstructed the composition down to blocks of contrasting colour, demonstrating a sense of depth to the painting.

The artist employs a restrained yet moody palette dominated by cool tones—muted blues, greys, and earthy neutrals—enhancing the atmospheric, almost melancholic mood of the scene.

The brushstrokes are expressive and textured, applied in a thick, impasto manner, lending the work a raw, tactile quality.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary silver frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has light scuffing.

Size: 47 x 55.5 cm (including frame)

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Figures with Hats

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A striking mid-century modernist figurative composition, executed in oil onto board.

The painting features 2 male figures wearing hats, depicted in an angular, stylized manner. The artist has used bold black outlines to emphasise the sharp forms and silhouettes of the figures, which are rendered in a uniquely restrained colour palette of yellows and greens.

The paining has been enhanced with a sand aggregate, giving the piece additional texture and depth, which further accentuates the earthy tones and adds character to the composition.

This oil on board is housed in a well-suited wood frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some marks and light wear as shown in close ups.

Size: 59.5 x 33 cm (including frame)

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Fish & Lemon

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A vibrant and confidently executed still life portrayal of a table setting, executed in oil onto canvas.

At the heart of the composition is a cream plate with a blue rim, holding two fish. Surrounding the plate is a vivid yellow lemon, as well as two bottles in varying shapes and colours. The background of the painting has been abstracted down to a blend of muted shades of pink and sage, allowing the bold and striking colours of the objects to stand out.

The textural quality of the painting is achieved through expressive and energetic brushstrokes as well as the layered application of paint, giving a sense of depth and movement.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary deep profile dark grey frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has very minor scuffs as shown in close ups, but this does not detract from its overall attractiveness.

Size: 49.5 x 59 cm (including frame)

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Flowers & Vessels

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A soothing mid-century modernist interior still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The painting captures a serene domestic setting with a carefully arranged composition of objects on a wooden table. At the centre, a faceted vase holds a bouquet of three large flowers – set against a muted backdrop with a softly draped curtain. Surrounding the vase, a selection of vessels in earthy and pastel tones add depth to the composition. A simple bowl containing yellow and orange fruits sits on the tabletop, accompanied by additional scattered fruit pieces in shades of green and yellow.

The painting exhibits a modernist approach with a structured composition, simplified geometric forms, and a restrained yet expressive use of perspective. A harmonious palette of muted, earthy tones dominates the scene, adding a soothing quality to the work.

The brushwork is deliberate and controlled, with soft, blended edges and an emphasis on form over fine detail. The surfaces of objects are rendered with a slightly textured yet smooth application of paint, lending a quiet, contemplative atmosphere to the composition. There is a clear attention to the structure of objects, with subtle tonal variations creating a sense of volume and solidity.

This oil on canvas is housed in a robust gilt wood frame with an inner cream border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some scuffing to edges, but this is in keeping with its vintage style.

Size: 68.5 x 55.5 cm (including frame)

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Forest Path

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An expressive and emotive contemporary landscape painting, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 2010.

The composition captures a lush, sunlit forest scene with a winding path leading into the distance. It is filled with dynamic trees, foliage, and dappled light filtering through the canopy, creating an immersive and energetic natural landscape.

Containing element of fauvism, the painting emphasises bold colour and expressive brushwork rather than strict realism. The scene conveys emotion and movement rather than precise detail.

The colour palette is rich and vibrant, imbuing the scene with a lively quality.

The brushwork is loose, gestural, and dynamic, with painterly strokes that add texture and energy to the canvas. The artist applies paint in a raw, expressive manner, layering colours and allowing them to blend in some areas while maintaining stark contrasts in others. The bold, unblended strokes contribute to the painting’s overall sense of spontaneity and intensity.

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

Size: 46 x 52 cm (including frame)

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Geometric Abstract in Cinammon

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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 grid consists of six distinct blocks in a mix of muted blues, whites, grays, and earthy reds, contrasting subtly against the warm, burnt sienna or rust-colored background. The grid arrangement is asymmetrical, giving the piece a sense of modernist abstraction while maintaining an organic, handmade feel.

The rough, textured background and carefully arranged geometric shapes suggest an aesthetic influenced by wabi-sabi, Bauhaus, or modernist minimalism, emphasizing simplicity, imperfection, and material presence. The painting has a calm, meditative quality, inviting contemplation of form, texture, and colour relationships.

The artwork is presented in wood frame that suits it very well. It has been constructed with professional grade adhesive and is shipped with robust fixings, ready to hang,

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.

Size: 25 X 30 cm (including frame)

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Matador in Yellow

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A striking mid-century painting that captures a dramatic bullfighting scene, painted in oil onto board.

The composition presents a matador in a bright yellow suit confronting a powerful black bull, waving a pink and red cape.

Executed in an expressive, semi-abstract style with bold, gestural brushstrokes, the forms are simplified and the painting emphasises movement and emotion over realism.

The palette is bold and limited, consisting mainly of black, pink, red, and yellow. The black of the bull contrasts sharply against the bright pink and red of the cape, while the matador’s yellow suit stands out against a dark background, creating a dramatic visual impact.

The thick, impasto brushstrokes add a raw, almost sculptural quality to the painting, reinforcing the energy of the scene.

This oil on board is set in a frame with a complementary silver frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 36.5 x 54 cm (including frame)

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Normandy Harbour

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A large, lively and energetic harbour scene composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1953 by Swedish artist Uno Vallman (1913-2004) whose works are included in the Swedish National Museum, the Swedish Modern Museum, and also in the collections of Lyndon Johnson, Jimmy Carter, and the Tessin Institute in Paris.

The painting captures the vibrant charm of Honfleur, a historic port town in Normandy, France. The composition depicts a lively harbour scene with a stylised green boat in the foreground, a fortified structure with red-roofed towers, and a collection of white buildings lining the coastline. Figures dressed in white stroll along the streets, and a bold tree frames the right side of the image, providing contrast to the cool blues of the sky and water.

Containing elements of fauvism and expressionism, this striking painting emphasises rich colours, decorative pattern, and a flattened perspective.

A palette of rich earth tones and cool blues defines the scene. The sky and water are rendered in a bright turquoise, creating a sense of depth, while the brown hues of the foreground add warmth. The bold use of red in the rooftops and small accents throughout the piece adds a dynamic contrast.

The has used confident, expressive brushstrokes that add texture and movement to the scene. The artist’s technique suggests spontaneity, with thick, gestural marks that convey both structure and fluidity.

This large oil on canvas is housed in a very robust distressed frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some paint losses, as shown.

Size: 66 x 76 cm (including frame)

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Passage of Time

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A striking and brilliantly executed mid-century modernist figurative composition, painted in oil onto board by the established Swedish female artist Brita Hansson (1918-1979).

The painting presents a dynamic group of abstracted human forms, seemingly in motion. The figures are elongated, rendered in deep reds, blues, greens, and earthy tones, set against a muted turquoise and grey background. The composition suggests a moment of interaction, perhaps a procession or gathering, evoking a sense of mystery.

The artist has used an expressive and gestural style, characterised by bold, angular forms and overlapping shapes. By masterfully layering contrasting shades through the use of short and swift brushstrokes, there is a sense of movement created through the loose, yet deliberate application of colour and line, reinforcing the theme of fluidity and transition.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary wide-profiled gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has minor scuffing but is in good condition overall.

Size: 43 x 54 cm (including frame)

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Pears and Bottle

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A small yet impactful contemporary Cornish still life painting, executed in oil onto panel and dated 2012.

The composition presents a bowl of pears, and a colourful bottle thoughtfully arranged on a white rectangular tabletop.

The artist has used a restrained colour palette dominated by muted greys, earthy yellows, blues, and a striking touch of warm red. These hues work harmoniously to create a balanced, contemplative atmosphere.

The brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with visible textures that lend depth and tactility to the surface. The softened edges and subtle tonal shifts suggest an interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the painting’s quiet and serene essence.

This oil on panel is housed in a complementary white frame. The painting is in excellent condition, and the frame has some light marks.

Size: 31 x 36 cm (including frame)

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Picking Flowers

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A large and very well executed mid century modernist figurative composition in oil, painted onto canvas by Swedish painter Hans Osswald (1919-1983), whose works have been exhibited at the National Museum in Stockholm, Malmö Museum as well as The Brooklyn Museum.

This painting features two abstracted figures depicted in a bold, minimalist, and colorful style. The focus is on shape, colour, and form rather than intricate details, creating a modern, stylized composition.

Two faceless figures stand close together, occupying the central focus of the composition. Their simplified forms are outlined subtly, emphasizing their relationship through their proximity and body language. The stark contrast between the vibrant figures and the abstract, fragmented background adds depth and visual interest.

The background consists of dynamic, curved shapes and layered colours, creating a sense of movement and energy. The abstract shapes seem to frame the figures, drawing attention to them while adding an expressive, playful quality.

The figures appear connected, perhaps siblings or close friends, standing in a moment of quiet companionship. The abstract background and faceless figures lend a sense of mystery, leaving us viewers to interpret the scene and relationship.

This painting is a bold, modern exploration of human connection through abstraction. The vibrant figures, juxtaposed with the dynamic background, evoke a sense of energy and intimacy. Its simplicity, bright colors, and lack of detail make it a striking and open-ended work, inviting viewers to engage with its emotional undertones and visual rhythm.

This large oil on canvas is framed in a simple, silver toned frame that complements its modern, minimalist aesthetic. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 82.5 x 62.5 cm (including frame)

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Sheep on Pasture

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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 features a black sheep standing on a grassy hill, with a softly textured sky in the background. The composition is simple and uncluttered, capturing the folk-art style with a focus on form and texture.

The sheep’s woolly body is large and rounded, painted in a deep black hue with subtle variations in shading to suggest texture and depth. Its head and legs are slender in contrast to its thick fleece, giving it a distinctive and charming presence. The sheep’s eye is small and expressive, conveying a calm, slightly watchful demeanour.

The background consists of a gentle green field beneath a soft greyish-blue sky, both painted with a slightly weathered, textured quality that adds to the rustic charm of the piece.

The painting is presented in a cream frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage 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: 29 x 24 cm (including frame)

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Spatial Deconstruction

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A compelling and brilliantly executed mid-century abstract composition, painted in oil on canvas and dated 1957 on the reverse.

Executed in a modernist abstract style, the composition presents a dynamic interplay of geometric shapes, evoking a deconstructed architectural space with clear Cubist influences. The artist has used a sophisticated palette of muted earth tones, including deep greens, ochres, creams, and soft pinks, all contrasted by bold black lines.

The brushwork is expressive and confidently applied, yet controlled, with a layered approach that enhances depth and texture. Some areas exhibit smooth tonal transitions, while others feature a more gestural application with subtle texture, emphasising movement and form.

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

Size: 72 x 85 cm (including frame)

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Tender Embrace

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An endearing mid-century modernist figurative oil composition by Swedish painter Hans Osswald (1919-1983), whose works have been exhibited at the National Museum in Stockholm, Malmö Museum as well as The Brooklyn Museum.

Semi-abstract in nature, the painting captures an intimate moment between two figures, likely a mother and child, rendered in a modernist style with expressive brushwork. The composition is defined by bold yet softened forms, with facial features left undefined, enhancing the emotional depth of the scene.

The artist has used a rich palette dominated by cool tones—shades of teal, blue, and green—contrasted by earthy black and brown, with vibrant accents of orange and yellow adding warmth and dynamism. The brushstrokes are thick and gestural, using impasto techniques to create texture and movement, giving the painting a tactile, almost sculptural quality.

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

Size: 72 x 57 cm (including frame)

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The Striped Mug

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A vibrant and striking still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition features an assortment of objects whose silhouettes are defined by black outlines, placed across a green surface. A wine bottle stands tall in between 2 white pitchers. An orange, painted with a zesty pop of colour takes centre stage, and is placed beside a striped jug that adds a playful touch.

The backdrop consists of bold blocks of pink and purple hues, their muted tones adding depth and an uplifting quality to the scene.

The artist’s choice of bold colours, as well as the thick application of paint resulting in a textual quality creates a lively, energetic atmosphere.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The painting has slight yellowing due to varnish, but this is in keeping with its style. It is in good vintage condition overall.

Size: 65 x 57 cm (including frame)

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Working Together

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A well executed mid century modernist composition painted in oil onto canvas, and dated 1952.

This artwork captures the essence of physical labour in a minimalist and impressionistic style. The muted palette, textured brushwork, and abstracted forms create a sense of timelessness and universality, focusing on the figures’ actions rather than specific details. It conveys a quiet dignity and respect for human effort in a natural setting.

The painting uses muted, earthy tones like beige, grey, olive green, and brown, with subtle highlights of blue (notably on one figure’s cap). The neutral colour scheme creates a calm and grounded atmosphere.

The painting is housed in a textured, light-coloured frame that complements the muted tones of the artwork. The painting is in very good vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing.

Size: 48 x 54 cm (including frame)

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Anne

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An expressionist and emotive contemporary figurative portrait, executed in oil.

The painting portrays a woman with short red hair in a slightly abstracted form. She is wearing a coral sleeveless dress, and is set against a bright blue background. The figure’s expression is neutral, with her gaze directed slightly away from the viewer, creating a sense of introspection or detachment. Areas of white have been applied across her body, which further highlight her silhouette.

Semi-abstract in nature, the artist has prioritised bold, simplified shapes over detailed realism. The proportions are intentionally exaggerated, adding a unique, whimsical quality to the subject.

The brushwork is visible and expressive, with bold, broad strokes that emphasise movement.

This oil on canvas that has been laid onto board is housed in a complementary wood frame, and is glazed (there is a layer of glass between the frame and the painting to ensure its longevity). Both the painting and frame are in excellent condition.

Size: 60 x 50 cm (including frame)

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Blue Jug & Pipe

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A brilliantly executed and characterful surrealist still life composition, executed in tempera on board, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

This oil on board is presented in a gilt frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing but is in good condition overall.

Size: 27 x 32 cm (including frame)

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Candlelit Chair

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An expressive and confidently executed mid-century still-life composition that features a wooden chair with a candleholder resting on its seat, painted in oil onto board.

The artist has used painterly, loose, and textured brushstrokes that give the composition depth and a tactile, raw feel.

A restrained muted and earthy colour palette dominated by shades of beige, brown, cream, and black, with subtle touches of soft pink tones have been used. This creates an atmosphere of warmth and simplicity.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary frame with multiple profiles. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has an area of paint loss at its lower left corner and at its right edge, as shown in the close ups.

Size: 47 x 42 cm (including frame)

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Chair & Vase

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An expressive and uplifting mid-century interior still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition presents a warmly lit domestic scene, featuring a wooden chair with a glass vase containing lush green foliage. The setting is defined by a terracotta-tiled floor and a softly blended background, suggesting a tranquil, sunlit corner of a home.

Reminiscent of Vincent Van Gogh’s expressive interior works, the painting embraces bold, energetic outlines and a vivid colour palette that leans into warm earth tones—bright oranges, yellow, and greens. The brushstrokes are dynamic and gestural, giving the composition a sense of movement and vitality. Much like Van Gogh’s chair paintings, this piece balances structure with an emotive, almost raw interpretation of space and form.

The brushstrokes are loose yet deliberate, lending the composition a sense of spontaneity and liveliness.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited distressed wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. There is some minor wear to the inner border of the frame but it is in very good condition otherwise.

Size: 76 x 65cm (including frame)

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Confusion

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A fun and edgy one-off original monoprint presented in a coloured frame, by British artist Olivia Bouzyk.

This monoprint is created from three different layers of colours with different paper stencils. The lighter green layer is more translucent, allowing for more subtle dialogues to engage the viewer on closer inspection.

Olivia works with contrasts in line, colour and form and a sense of harmony is achieved by balancing this series of juxtapositions.

This monoprint is housed in a vivid blue frame ( two edges are dark blue, and two are light blue) that further enhances the artwork within. There is a layer of glass protecting the artwork. Both frame and artwork are in excellent condition.

Size: 52 x 72 cm (including frame)

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Drifting in Blue

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A mid-century painting that captures a serene yet dynamic beach scene, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1967.

The composition depicts six figures wading and swimming in the ocean, appearing to be leisurely enjoying the gentle waves. A rhythmic movement of waves dominates the background, lending a sense of motion to the composition.

The artist has used a loose, expressive style reminiscent of mid-century modern impressionism, using bold and gestural brushstrokes as well as focusing on colour as opposed to realistic details.

The colour palette consists of cool blue shades as well as darker navy blue for the water and sky, juxtaposed with yellows from the figures, creating a vibrant yet harmonious contrast.

The brushwork is fluid and dynamic, with painterly strokes that capture the texture of the waves and the shimmer of sunlight reflecting on the water.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary frame with a hessian lined border. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 60 x 76 cm (including frame)

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Geometric Interplay

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An outstanding mid-century modernist style composition, executed in oil and dated 1954.

Characterised by its use of geometric abstraction, the painting is structured around overlapping geometric shapes—semi-circles, circles, triangles, and rectangles—creating a dynamic interplay of forms.

The dominant colours are cool tones like blues, greens, and teals, unified with warmer accents of muted orange and yellow. This palette creates a sense of calm and balance.

The brushwork is smooth with visible layering and blending of colours, as each shade transitions seamlessly from one shade to the next.

By deliberately leaving areas of the canvas unoccupied, the artist has skilfully utilised negative space to emphasise the geometric forms and draws attention to the boundaries between each element.

This oil on canvas has been laid onto board, and is housed in a complementary slim wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some scuffing.

Size: 70 x 54 cm (including frame)

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Grapes & Pears

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A brilliantly executed and characterful mid-century still life composition executed in tempera on boar and dated 1977, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

In this excellent composition, an arrangement of fruit including pears and grapes sit in a bright teal bowl beside an lemon and a bottle, with a background that suggests a framed window or artwork.

Inviting viewers to revel in the simple beauty of everyday objects, the artist masterfully captures the essence of realism through his meticulous brushwork and keen attention to detail.

The use of rich tempera hues lends depth and warmth to the scene. Every brushstroke is executed with precision, capturing the intricacies of each object, contributing to the overall illusion of depth and form.

This tempera on board is housed in a well-suited wood frame with an inner gilt window and a lovely inner green velvet border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition and the frame has very minor scuffs, but is in good condition overall.

Size: 40 x 44.5 cm (including frame)

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Improvisation

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An emotive and intriguing mid-century abstract painting that exudes a harmonious blend of muted tones and textures, painted in oil onto canvas and dated 1966.

Abstract in nature, the composition is non-representational as it presents an interplay of colour blocks. The artist appears to let the brushstrokes flow organically, creating a piece that suggests spontaneity and intuition.

The colour palette leans towards muted pastel hues, imbuing the work with a soothing quality. The brushstrokes vary in texture, some areas revealing thicker application, while others are more translucent. This layering gives depth and movement to the piece.

Overall, this abstract work invites the viewer to experience its calm, meditative quality, balanced with moments of intrigue and complexity.

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

Size: 42 x 47 cm (including frame)

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Mountain Sheep

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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 features a black sheep standing against a minimalistic rural backdrop, painted in a folk-art style. The sheep’s large, rounded body is covered in a thick, textured wool coat, giving it a slightly exaggerated, almost whimsical appearance. Its small head peeks out from the dense fleece, with a calm, neutral expression and light-coloured eyes that subtly contrast against its dark face.

The background is simple and muted, with a pale cream-colored sky featuring faint, wispy clouds, and a gently sloping greenish pasture beneath the sheep. The artist uses a restrained color palette, allowing the bold black form of the sheep to be the central focus.

The painting is framed in a rustic black wooden frame, complementing the dark wool of the sheep and enhancing the vintage, traditional feel of the artwork. The piece exudes a timeless, charming simplicity, celebrating rural life with a warm, understated elegance.

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: 25.5 x 22cm (including frame)

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