It has long been noted that man’s interest in creating Art is one of our key differences from other species. It teaches us, guides us and inspires us in equal measure and there are few homes in this world which don’t have some form of Art on display. Although artwork is often influenced by fashions, the skill and messages contained are usually timeless. Today the Art market is as vibrant as ever, not only for contemporary pieces and those from the post 1950s, but also for Antique and Vintage paintings as well. We are possibly far less judgemental than ever before being just as happy to display an interesting print as a finished master. Of course for their skill and depth old oil paintings remain popular whether depicting a landscape, portrait or still life, and add an air of maturity wherever they are hung. For the less formal space watercolours are great for their spontaneity and lightness and prints are perfect to add your individual personality.
At Loveantiques we have a fine selection of Antique and Vintage paintings all from reputable dealers who understand what makes an artwork special.
Elder Books & Collectables
1818 The Holy Bible 3 x Volume Set Full Burgundy Leather Bindings Illustrated
£ 600
1818 The Holy Bible 3 x Volume Set Full Burgundy Leather Bindings Illustrated
£ 600
Elder Books & Collectables
Elder Books & Collectables
1915 Signed Rudyard Kipling a Song of the English W Heath Robinson Plates
£ 275
1915 Signed Rudyard Kipling a Song of the English W Heath Robinson Plates
£ 275
Elder Books & Collectables
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Pigeon Watercolour Painting 1935 Jubilee Winner
£ 1,200
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L.s.lowry Exhibition
£ 25
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Bego Bego Catalogue
£ 15
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Contemporary Art
£ 15
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Tracey Mcnee Catalogue
£ 15
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Richard Mitzman
£ 35
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Susan Jayne Hocking
£ 20
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Charles Willmott
£ 20
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A Brush with Nature
£ 10
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Charles Williams Paintings
£ 15
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Tate Galley Catalogue
£ 15
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Danhillier Cards
£ 15
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Art Dubai Exhibition
£ 15
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Michael Mattern
£ 20
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The Art of Dr.seuss
£ 50
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Oakham Contemporary
£ 45
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The Pigeons of Albert Square and a Duck
POA
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Contemporary British Sculpture
£ 65
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Militant Exhibition Catalogue
£ 45
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Tile Wall Art by J. Belarti of Harlequin Musician
£ 270
£ 125
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Stealing Beauty - British Design
£ 135
Elder Books & Collectables
1950's The Startling Detective Scarce Collection of True Crime Magazines X 12
£ 170
1950's The Startling Detective Scarce Collection of True Crime Magazines X 12
£ 170
Elder Books & Collectables
£ 1,750
Elder Books & Collectables
1901 Quality Street A Comedy in Four Acts by J M Barrie Hugh Thomson 22 X Plates
£ 80
1901 Quality Street A Comedy in Four Acts by J M Barrie Hugh Thomson 22 X Plates
£ 80
Elder Books & Collectables
Elder Books & Collectables
1950's The Daring Detective Scarce Collection of True Crime Magazines X 15
£ 200
1950's The Daring Detective Scarce Collection of True Crime Magazines X 15
£ 200
Elder Books & Collectables
Anthea's Attic
Antique Georgian Landscape Oil Painting Study of Figures, Dog and Sheep Attributed to H Alken (2 of 2)
£ 950
Antique Georgian Landscape Oil Painting Study of Figures, Dog and Sheep Attributed to H Alken (2 of 2)
£ 950
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Anthea's Attic
Antique Georgian Landscape Oil Painting Study of Figures, Horse and Pig Attributed to H Alken (1 of 2)
£ 950
Antique Georgian Landscape Oil Painting Study of Figures, Horse and Pig Attributed to H Alken (1 of 2)
£ 950
Anthea's Attic
£ 895
Antique Convex Glass Print, Continental, Framed Art, Impressionist, Victorian
£ 895
London Fine Ltd
Founders Antiques
Antique Victorian Bamboo Easel Stand
£ 225
£ 185
Elder Books & Collectables
1895 Peacock Edition of Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen & Hugh Thomson
£ 2,250
1895 Peacock Edition of Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen & Hugh Thomson
£ 2,250
Elder Books & Collectables
Robert Belcher Antiques
Hand Coloured engraving"The Durham Ox, Dated 1802 Painted by John Boultbee
£ 1,150
Hand Coloured engraving"The Durham Ox, Dated 1802 Painted by John Boultbee
£ 1,150
Robert Belcher Antiques
Elder Books & Collectables
1890's The Complete Works of Mark Twain Rare 22 X Volume Set Illustrated
£ 3,500
1890's The Complete Works of Mark Twain Rare 22 X Volume Set Illustrated
£ 3,500
Elder Books & Collectables
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Chinese Root Carving of Old Man on Heavy Base
£ 285
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Frank Martin Pencil Drawing of Famous Actress Ina Claire
£ 595
Frank Martin Pencil Drawing of Famous Actress Ina Claire
£ 595
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
18th Century Oil Painting Lady Holding Rose Follower Of François-hubert Drouais
£ 8,500
18th Century Oil Painting Lady Holding Rose Follower Of François-hubert Drouais
£ 8,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
£ 18,000
How can I tell if my Artwork is valuable?
As we all know certain artworks can be very valuable depending on the artist who created it. While most of us don’t pretend to have an original Monet hung on the wall, it is surprising how much even decorative paintings can be worth. While art valuations can take a lifetime to master and showing your piece to a specialist advisable, there are still ways to do some initial assessment yourself. The first thing of course is to check for a signature or details recorded on the back. It is easy to conduct research if so but even if the piece is unmarked then specialists will often be able to attribute your piece to a particular artist or school just by looking. The work of unknown amateur artists tends to be based on its aesthetic appeal and skill employed. As decorative pieces they are usually only worth a few hundred pounds at most. The financial value really only goes up when the piece can be attributed to professional artists who were influential in their day.
It is of course worth checking that your artwork is an original and not a copy (although limited edition prints can still be quite valuable). Copies will only be of decorative value. There are lots of resources on the internet which can help you begin to attribute and value your piece, but the research may take time.
Where can I buy Vintage Art Online?
There are more places than ever online to buy Vintage Art but it is important to ensure you are buying from a reputable place as copies, mis-representations and forgeries are sadly common. It is also important to consider the cost of postage if buying online and especially from overseas. Because artwork can be easily damaged some carriers will not offer compensation and with careful packing the price of shipping may be prohibitive. At LoveAntiques our reputable art dealers will usually arrange postage or delivery for you and will be able to offer assurances about attribution as well.
How do I sell antique art?
Just like buying art, there are many places to sell it as well. Auction houses are a common route for most people as the Auction House will take over the responsibility of describing the piece accurately and ensuring the right collectors view it. You can also offer it to our dealers at LoveAntiques who may be interested in it for their stock. It is worth being realistic about the value when selling. Since art is very much about personal taste and setting there is rarely a firm price for any collectable. If choosing to sell yourself then it is important to be accurate about the condition and any suspected attribution.
Is vintage art popular?
Vintage art from the 1950s onwards is extremely popular right now. The look and techniques seem to appeal to our modern aesthetic, more so than the older more traditional pieces which were more popular some years ago. Currently we enjoy unusual, humorous and thoughtful pieces which make bold statements on our understated walls and interiors. Because these pieces are still relatively recent there are proportionally more around than older works, so values for bland pieces remain low while interesting or iconic pieces are high. Also their age makes research on vintage art far more fruitful and enjoyable than much older pieces.