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19th Century Earl of Essex portrait on Glass
Located in Southall, GB
A genuine 19th Century Portraiture on Glass made by Glasspainters of Hertford and signed by the
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Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Art Glass

19th Century Earl of Essex portrait on Glass
19th Century Earl of Essex portrait on Glass
H 43.71 in W 33.47 in D 1.97 in
Portrait of a Man, Modern Oil Painting on Glass by Josip Horvat
By Josip Horvat
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Josip Horvat, Yugoslavian (1939 - 1981) Title: Portrait of a Man Year: 1967 Medium: Reverse
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1960s Folk Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Glass, Oil

Behind the glass by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on canvas 27x35 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
Born in 1944 in the canton of Fribourg, Gilbert Pauli currently lives in Geneva, where he devotes himself to painting and sculpture, a passion he developed from his childhood. His fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

One More Glass by Chantal KAKAL COLSON - Oil on Wood - 58x71 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Chantal Kakal Colson was a 20th-century artist renowned for her contributions to the art world. According to Artprice, at least five of her works have been recorded at public auction...
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20th Century Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of a Woman with Glasses - Drawing in Pen on Paper
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of a Woman with Glasses - Drawing in Pen on Paper Stylized drawing by unknown artist
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pen

Portrait of Anita Garibaldi - Oil Paint - Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on glass. Rare portrait of Anita Garibaldi, wife of Giuseppe Garibaldi. Realized in the late
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Late 19th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic "Two Sisters On the Terrace" Print after Pierre-August Renoir
Located in Plainview, NY
Renoir always remained dedicated to figure painting and portraits. His early female nudes were heavily
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Late 20th Century Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Portrait Painting on Porcelain Plaque of a Child C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Portrait Painting on Porcelain Plaque of a Child C1890 Measures- 6.25''H x 4.5"W x .25"D
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Antique Late 19th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spherical frame for 2 portrait translucent fire enamel on guilloché Salimbeni.
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Spherical frame for 2 hinged photographs in 925/1000 sterling silver goldplated with translucent fire enamel on guilloché. Modern contemporary style. Sphere diameter cm. 7.5. Weight ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Regency Profile Portraits on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Enhance your collection with these vintage Regency profile portraits on paper. Featuring finely
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Early 20th Century American Regency Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Boho Original Watercolor Portrait on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
This expressive vintage watercolor portrait on paper captures a bold, introspective gaze through
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Vintage 1980s American Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Vintage Boho Original Pastels Portrait on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover the beauty of bohemian art with this vintage original pastels portrait on paper. The soft
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Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Glass, Paper

Vintage Boho Signed Original Oil Portrait on Board
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho original oil painting on board. A chic futuristic portrait in brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Glass

Vintage Boho Original Oil Portrait Painting on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of bohemian flair to your space with this Vintage Boho Original Oil On Paper Portrait
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Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Boho Original Pastel Nude Portrait on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your collection with this vintage boho original pastel nude portrait on paper. The soft
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Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paste, Glass, Wood, Paper

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Art Glass, Wood, Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on white metal support holes on back to hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on white metal support holes on back to hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on white metal support holes on back to hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

Beautiful Portrait Artistic Mosaic on White Metal Support Holes on Back to Hang
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Glass

20th Century Portrait of man with Glasses by listed Polish Artist Oil on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of Mr. Epstein by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *See notes signed below oil on canvas
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Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Boho Abstract Portrait Oil on Paper of Man
Located in west palm beach, FL
With a nod to the bohemian spirit and timeless elegance of vintage artistry, this abstract portrait
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Mid-20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Metal

Sergio Garcia Original Self Portrait Mixed Media on Paper
Located in Countryside, IL
Sergio Garcia Original Self Portrait Mixed Media on Paper This artwork measures: 17.75 wide x 1.5
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Vintage Boho Portrait of a Man Oil Pastel on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A vintage boho portrait of a man rendered in oil pastel on canvas would likely combine elements of
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Late 20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Vintage Abstract Mixed Media Portrait on Paper Drawing Signed Toledo
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embodying the rich tapestry of American creativity, this vintage abstract portrait on paper is a
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Late 20th Century North American Bohemian Drawings

Materials

Metal

Late 18th Century Miniature Portrait on Vellum of a Red Haired Woman
Located in Kenilworth, IL
spandrel under UV glass. The portrait bears the initials "L.W.R." France, 1793 (the year of the reign
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Antique 1790s Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Giltwood

Antique Naive Portrait of Budgies (Parakeet), Original Oil On Porcelain Painting
Located in Bristol, GB
in very good condition as it has been protected behind glass. The velvet frame is somewhat worn over
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Antique 19th Century British Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Porcelain, Velvet, Paint, Glass

Antique Painting of a Shepherd Dog - Portrait - by Zélia Klerx, Chalk on Paper
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique drawing dog portrait of a shepherd-like dog, chalk on paper. The drawing is very
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Antique 1890s Belgian Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Glass, Oak, Paper

Adam Bartlett, Petit Portrait, Original Portrait Painting, Affordable Art
By Adam Bartlett
Located in Deddington, GB
Adam Bartlett Petit Portrait Mixed Media on Glass 20.1cm x 25.2cm Sold unframed Free shipping
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21st Century and Contemporary Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Glass

Mid Century Framed Linoleum Cut on Paper, Portrait of a Man, around 1970
Located in Berlin, DE
era. The portrait, depicting a man, exudes a timeless charm and character. Created through the
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Vintage 1970s German Expressionist Prints

Materials

Cut Glass, Pine, Lacquer, Paper

Five Mid 20th C Fairground Oil on Board Mythical Folk Art Portraits of Kings
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A fabulous collection of original fairground or theatre art portraits of mythical kings in a
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Mid-20th Century English Carnival Art

Materials

Wool, Glass, Giltwood

Reverse Painting on Glass of George and Martha Washington by W. M. Prior
By William Matthew Prior
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th century reverse painted on glass portrait of George and Martha Washington by William Matthew
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Antique 1830s American Federal Paintings

Materials

Glass

Vintage Sacred Heart of Jesus Holographic Foil Portrait Framed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Transform Your Space with a Unique, Colorful Jesus Print! Experience the divine presence in a vibrant, modern way with our exclusive Jesus Print. Bursting with rich, vivid colors, t...
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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Shell, Glass, Paper

Untitled Nude Female Portrait Wood Block Print by Reibel Bertram, Framed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original untitled wood block engraving in black on off-white woven paper signed by Bertram Reibel (American, 1901-1993) Depicting a nude woman seated with her back to the viewer and ...
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Vintage 1960s Prints

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Set of Three Eglomise Reverse Painted Snuff Bottles with Female Portraits
Located in Van Nuys, CA
watercolor on the inside walls of the blank glass bottle manifesting a different image on each side. This
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1990s Chinese Bottles

Materials

Art Glass

Monochromatic Portrait of a Woman with Glasses in Ink, Late 20th Century
By Rip Matteson
Located in San Francisco, CA
This late 20th century ink on paper female portrait with glasses is by Oakland artist Rip Matteson
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Late 20th Century American Modern Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink

Antique Hand Colored Opalotype Portrait Photograph on Glass
Located in Seguin, TX
Antique circa 1880's opalotype portrait photograph. Photograph of beautiful young woman on opaque
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Photography

Materials

Brass

A Lovely Reverse Painted Portrait on Glass of An Edwardian Beauty
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Lovely Reverse Painted Portrait on Glass of An Edwardian Beauty A truly skillful piece, this
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Paintings

Materials

Glass

Elizabeth Locke Carved Venetian Glass Gold Horse Portrait Earrings
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A pair of profile portraits of horses are immortalized in striking fashion, carved Venetian glass
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, 18k Gold

Glass of Moselle, oil on panel
By Hermine Gartner
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Hermine Gartner Austrian, (1846-1905) Glass of Moselle Oil on panel, signed Image size: 7
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19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Self-Portrait with Yellow Glasses, Silkscreen on polished stainless steel
By Michelangelo Pistoletto
Located in Napoli, IT
Serigraph on steel numbered 197/200. A leading figure in the development of Arte Povera and Conceptualism, Michelangelo Pistoletto is best known for his 'mirror paintings', which he ...
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Late 20th Century Conceptual Portrait Prints

Materials

Stainless Steel

A Glass of Red, oil on board
By Otto Eichinger
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Otto Eichinger Austrian, (1922-2004) A Glass of Red Oil on board, signed Image size: 10 inches
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20th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Reflecting on Grenning Gallery" Post Modern oil painting, reflection on glass
By Carl Bretzke
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Reflecting on Grenning Gallery" is a post modern oil on linen painting. It depicts the reflection of Carl Bretzke on the window of Grenning Gallery. Frame Dimensions 17 x 14in Si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

'Glass Bead Princess, ' by George Oswalt, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
In this 36" x 36" oil painting on canvas, 'Glass Bead Princess,' by George Oswalt, a woman in
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait with Blue Drape
Located in Chicago, IL
With sparkling color and an unsophisticated treatment of perspective, this reverse glass portrait
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait of Beauty in Blue, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
With sparkling color and an unsophisticated treatment of perspective, this reverse glass portrait
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Picture Frame Sterling Silver The Sphere 4 portraits Green Enamel on guillochè
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
various layers of colored glass powder and cooked in small special ovens at a temperature between 700 and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Chinese Reverse Glass Painted Beauty with Crane and Peaches
Located in Chicago, IL
to create this portrait on glass, first painting the minute details of the facial features and
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Antique French Eglomise Reverse Portrait Painting on Glass
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French eglomise reverse portrait painting on glass Additional information: Materials
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Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Paintings

Materials

Glass

Reverse Painting on Glass, Portrait of a Woman, India, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
An églomisé portrait of an Indian woman holding a flower, black wood frame, mid-late 19th century
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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Paintings

Materials

Glass

Reverse Painting on Glass, Portrait of a Woman, India, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
An églomisé portrait of an Indian woman holding a bird, black wood frame, mid-late 19th century
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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Paintings

Materials

Glass

Reverse Painting on Glass, Portrait of a Mughul Prince, India, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
An églomisé portrait of an Indian Mughul prince holding a sword, black wood frame, mid-late 19th
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Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Paintings

Materials

Glass

Vintage Realist Original Portrait Painting on Board
Located in west palm beach, FL
A striking vintage original oil portrait on board. A handsome man in profile. Unsigned. Acquired
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Pair of Red Viennese Glass Portrait Vases on Stand with Floral Painted Decor
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Red Cranburry Viennese Glass Portrait Vases on Stand with Floral Painted Decor Stock
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Antique 19th Century Vases

Vintage Caricature Portrait, watercolor on paper, Italy, 1983
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
A caricature portrait of an unknown man, created in Trieste (Italy) in 1983 using black watercolor
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

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Portrait On Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of portrait on glass available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of portrait on glass — often made from glass, wood and bone — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of portrait on glass, we have 13 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of portrait on glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of portrait on glass bearing Victorian or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one piece of portrait on glass that is appealing in its simplicity, but sicis produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Portrait On Glass?

The average selling price for a piece of portrait on glass at 1stDibs is $2,350, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $37,417 for the highest priced.
Questions About Portrait On Glass
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A classical portrait is a work of art that depicts a person and attempts to show them in a natural way that captures how they really look. They differ from more modern portraits which often seek to show the person's emotional state and use various levels of abstraction to distort the subject's appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of portrait paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A pet portrait is a painting of one’s pet. These portraits make for great keepsakes. Find a wide variety of animal paintings, including horse paintings, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Portrait art is the representation of a particular person or persons.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    For a photo to be a portrait, it should say something about the person whom you are photographing or painting. It should portray a person without using words to describe them. Visit 1stDibs for a range of picture-perfect portraits and other photography.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Famous portrait artists include Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, Rembrandt van Rijn, Leonardo da Vinci, Andy Warhol, Gustav Klimt and Claude Monet.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Miniature portraits were first painted on a variety of mediums, some of the more popular being vellum, and card or cardboard. Paintings would typically be done in watercolor. Later painting in enamel on metal became a classic medium for painting miniature portraits. On 1stDibs, find an array of authentic miniature portraits.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Miniature portraits are made with a mix of powdered glass, metal oxides and oil which makes a paste. This paste is painted color by color onto a base. Each color layer is fired in a kiln, one at a time. You’ll find a variety of miniature portraits from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The subject of a portrait is a sitter.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A portrait cut diamond is an Indian originated diamond cut, also known as the lasque. In this design, the diamond is artistically cut in the form of a slab of numerous shapes. They have an intricately polished upper & lower surface, which add to the overall aesthetic of the ring. Shop vintage & unique portrait cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Small portraits are called limnings. Popular in the 16th and 17th centuries, limnings would be created with watercolors on prepared card, vellum, ivory or copper. The portraits were a great way to keep your loved one close, even when separated by distance. You’ll find a variety of limnings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A symbolic self portrait is an art that explores self-portraiture through the depiction of various objects that represent us. These objects are subjects of our own self concept, as they spring through our intimately woven visceral perceptions about ourselves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of portrait paintings as well as portrait photography today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Opinions differ on who painted the most realistic portraits. Among historical artists, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt van Rijn, John Singer Sargent, Jan van Eyck and Diego Velázquez are all contenders for the title. Many contemporary Photorealist and Hyperrealist portrait artists have also produced incredibly lifelike works. Among them are Taner Ceylan, Robert Longo, Chuck Close, Kelly Birkenruth and Daniela Werneck. Find a large selection of portrait paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Diego Rivera did 20 self-portraits during the course of his life. However, his wife, Frida Kahlo, produced one of the best-known depictions of the artist in her painting Diego and I, which depicts him with a third eye. You'll find a variety of Diego Rivera art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Chuck Close stated that he painted portraits as a way to overcome a cognitive disorder. Called prosopagnosia, or face blindness, the condition made it difficult for Close to differentiate and recognize faces. The American artist found that painting people's faces helped him to notice their fine details, allowing him to begin to notice differences. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Chuck Close art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The reason why Pablo Picasso's self-portraits changed over time is a matter of debate. On the one hand, the dramatic differences could represent the artist's changing views of himself as he aged. Some experts argue that when viewed within the context of his other works, the changes in the self-portraits reflect the development of his shifting style, which leaned more and more toward the abstract throughout the 20th century. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Pablo Picasso art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Annie Leibovitz is a portrait photographer who was propelled to fame as a photographer for Rolling Stone. Her photographs for some of the most iconic individuals and groups in pop culture would shape the look of the publication and cement her style in American art history. Shop a selection of Annie Leibovitz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Generally, a portrait depicts one subject, but group portraits exist.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    As a reference for his portraits, Opie used a well-known cartoon character. The British artist stated that his inspiration was Tintin, the beloved character created by Belgian cartoonist Hergé. You can see the influence of Hergé's art style in the understated, dot-like facial features of Opie's work. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Julian Opie art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The subject of a portrait is typically a person; the subject of a still life consists predominantly of inanimate objects.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Kehinde Wiley's most famous portrait is arguably of Barack Obama. In 2018, the American artist received a commission to paint the 44th President of the United States. Wiley’s depiction shows Obama surrounded by what are intentionally several types of flowers. The flowers represent Kenya, his father's birthplace; Hawaii, the president's own birthplace; and Chicago, where Obama lived and worked. Other well-known works by Wiley include Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps, Judith and Holofernes, A New Republic and Femme Piquée Par Un Serpent. Explore a variety of Kehinde Wiley art on 1stDibs.