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.
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Beatrix Potter 1st Trade Edition ' The Tailor of Gloucester'
£ 675
Beatrix Potter 1st Trade Edition ' The Tailor of Gloucester'
£ 675
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Thomas Sidney Cooper Cattle Sheep Landscape Painting
£ 12,950
Thomas Sidney Cooper Cattle Sheep Landscape Painting
£ 12,950
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Stalham Antique Gallery
Early 19th Century Needlework Sampler
£ 350
D & J Hunt Antiques Ltd
A Lovely Large & Wide Pine Adjustable Office Bookshelf to Wax/paint
£ 725
A Lovely Large & Wide Pine Adjustable Office Bookshelf to Wax/paint
£ 725
D & J Hunt Antiques Ltd
£ 1,795
London City Antiques
An Extra Large Oil on Canvas Painting Aft. Sir Edwin Henry Landseer, RA of Return from Hawking 177 X 263 X 12 cm
£ 28,500
An Extra Large Oil on Canvas Painting Aft. Sir Edwin Henry Landseer, RA of Return from Hawking 177 X 263 X 12 cm
£ 28,500
London City Antiques
D & J Hunt Antiques Ltd
A Sky Blue &black Heart Motif Antique / Old Pine 3 Seater Box Settle / Bench
£ 545
A Sky Blue &black Heart Motif Antique / Old Pine 3 Seater Box Settle / Bench
£ 545
D & J Hunt Antiques Ltd
21st Century Gallery
Original Pen and Ink Study of Dancers 'follies 1939' by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. Framed. Signed, Dated and Inscribed 39
£ 120
Original Pen and Ink Study of Dancers 'follies 1939' by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. Framed. Signed, Dated and Inscribed 39
£ 120
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Gouache Painting 'summer' by Irene Stocks B.1943. Framed and Initialled
£ 120
Original Gouache Painting 'summer' by Irene Stocks B.1943. Framed and Initialled
£ 120
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Board 'A Mediterranean Village' by Ian Black Rwa. 1929-2017. Framed. Signed and Dated 67 Verso
£ 325
Original Oil on Board 'A Mediterranean Village' by Ian Black Rwa. 1929-2017. Framed. Signed and Dated 67 Verso
£ 325
21st Century Gallery
£ 59
£ 59
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
Dutch Manner Marine Seascape Oil Painting On Canvas
£ 395
21st Century Gallery
Original Watercolour 'ballet School' by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. Framed. Signed and Inscribed
£ 90
Original Watercolour 'ballet School' by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. Framed. Signed and Inscribed
£ 90
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Watercolour 'ballet Dancer 1948' by Toby Horne Shepherd. Framed. Signed and Dated 48
£ 90
Original Watercolour 'ballet Dancer 1948' by Toby Horne Shepherd. Framed. Signed and Dated 48
£ 90
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Watercolour '2 Ballet Dancers' Sadlers Wells by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. Framed. C.1950
£ 90
Original Watercolour '2 Ballet Dancers' Sadlers Wells by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. Framed. C.1950
£ 90
21st Century Gallery
21st Century Gallery
Original Watercolour 'theatre Interior' by Toby Horne Shepherd. Framed. Initialled. C.1950
£ 90
Original Watercolour 'theatre Interior' by Toby Horne Shepherd. Framed. Initialled. C.1950
£ 90
21st Century Gallery
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Postwar Oil Painting Pekingese Dog Watching A Butterfly By Paul Desmond Fitzgerald
£ 4,500
Postwar Oil Painting Pekingese Dog Watching A Butterfly By Paul Desmond Fitzgerald
£ 4,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
20th Century Oil Painting Historic Great Wall Of China Jundu Mountains
£ 2,900
20th Century Oil Painting Historic Great Wall Of China Jundu Mountains
£ 2,900
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Victorian Oil Painting Longhorn Cattle West Scottish Highlands By Gustave De Briansk
£ 7,200
Victorian Oil Painting Longhorn Cattle West Scottish Highlands By Gustave De Briansk
£ 7,200
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Mid Century Watercolour Historic Midlothian Temple Village By Sir William George Gillies
£ 11,500
Mid Century Watercolour Historic Midlothian Temple Village By Sir William George Gillies
£ 11,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Antique Gouache Watercolour Ducks Flying Away By Thomas Blinks C1900
£ 5,600
Antique Gouache Watercolour Ducks Flying Away By Thomas Blinks C1900
£ 5,600
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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
£ 975
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L.s.lowry Exhibition
£ 25
artsncraftsfurniture
Bego Bego Catalogue
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Contemporary Art
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Tracey Mcnee Catalogue
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Richard Mitzman
£ 35
artsncraftsfurniture
Susan Jayne Hocking
£ 20
artsncraftsfurniture
Charles Willmott
£ 20
artsncraftsfurniture
A Brush with Nature
£ 10
artsncraftsfurniture
Charles Williams Paintings
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Tate Galley Catalogue
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Danhillier Cards
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Art Dubai Exhibition
£ 15
artsncraftsfurniture
Michael Mattern
£ 20
artsncraftsfurniture
The Art of Dr.seuss
£ 50
artsncraftsfurniture
Oakham Contemporary
£ 45
artsncraftsfurniture
The Pigeons of Albert Square and a Duck
POA
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.